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Brimscombe, Golden Valley & Thames & Severn Canal

Golden Valley

Golden Valley

Highlights of this walk

  • canal towpath and river bank
  • pools, canal, lakes and streams
  • broad Cotswold views
  • historic industry
The valley of the River Frome to the east of Brimscombe is known as Golden Valley, an attractive vale in the Cotswolds. This walk includes impressive views, historic industry, attractive woods, pools and streams and the towpath of the Thames and Severn Canal. A delightful sample of the beauties of the Cotswolds.

Safety and Difficulty

Approximate distance 11 miles. No part of the walk is difficult, but it can be muddy in parts so walking boots are recommended wear. Some people may find the walk long, though it can be shortened by cutting out the Chalford and Oakridge loop and returning along the canal bank.

To use this guide

Review START Page (this one), check ROUTE and Map, check NOTES for points of interest, go and enjoy yourself!

Road Directions

Follow the A419 east from Stroud for about 2 miles in the direction of Cirencester. At Brimscombe turn off left into a lay-by/service road and a small row of shops, where there are some parking spaces.


Or, from Cirencester, take to A419 towards Stroud and follow the main road past most of Brimscombe, then turn off right into the lay-by/service road.

Car Parking

There is no official Car Park, but the layby and service road for the shops alongside the A419 at Brimscome provides a number of spaces.