The Cotswold Way : NATIONAL TRAIL Two-way trail guide - Chipping Campden to Bath

Stretching for 163 km (102 miles) from the market town of Chipping Campden to the World Heritage city of Bath, this classic two-week walk follows the western edge of the Cotswolds National Landscape, combining peaceful countryside with historic towns and villages. This guidebook is ideal for those new to long-distance walking as well as experienced hikers seeking a well-waymarked and rewarding trail. Along the way, you'll encounter highlights including Broadway Tower, Winchcombe, Painswick Valley and the dramatic descent into Bath, with far-reaching views across the Severn Vale and rich pastoral landscapes throughout. The guide divides the route into 14 manageable stages with clear descriptions for walking north to south, plus abbreviated directions for those heading south to north. A separate pocket-sized map booklet features detailed 1:25,000 Ordnance Survey maps for reliable navigation. Each stage includes distance, estimated walking time, ascent and descent information, plus a terrain overview. Additional features include downloadable GPX files, a facilities planner highlighting services and public transport, and full accommodation listings for villages and towns along the route—including Cheltenham, Gloucester and Stroud.