😍Cotswolds Part 1: Hike From Castle Combe The prettiest village in England 16km

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We have decided to do this event via train and bus/taxi. £56 total transportation costs for the day. The Coach transport option was cancelled due to logistical reasons.

Total Transport time is 1.5 hours each way approx. Train is 1 hour and allow 25-30 minutes for bus/taxi ride to the village.

This Event is posted on multiple websites and 3 different meetup groups So we will have more faces joining this event from other meetup groups.

Text WhatsApp 07590 919391 to make your seat reservation. Seat availability is limited because this exact same event is posted on 2 different websites and 3 different meetup groups.

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Event Description:

Scenic Easy Hike from Castle Combe Village - Circular Loop walk. Cotswolds.

Often referred to as the 'prettiest village in England,' Castle Combe's timeless beauty made it an ideal location for Downton Abbey's village scenes. The Market Cross and St. Andrew's Church are just a couple of the charming spots to explore. You will have 1 hour to explore the village of Castle Combe before we start the hike. 1 hour is plenty of time to explore the prettiest village in England. Because it's a very small village. Then we start a circular Hike through the Cotswolds countryside.

Come along for a stunning countryside adventure as we hike from the picture-perfect village of Castle Combe to the historic beauty the countryside of the Cotswolds.

This route combines natural splendour, gentle hills, and centuries of fascinating history—perfect for hikers who love both the outdoors and heritage.

With its quaint stone cottages, a 14th-century market cross, and the peaceful Bybrook River, Castle Combe feels like stepping back in time. The village dates back to Roman times and became a hub for the medieval wool trade. You’ll also see St. Andrew’s Church, home to one of the oldest working medieval clocks in England.

After exploring Castle Combe, we’ll head out on a scenic hike through the Cotswolds countryside.

Starting from the historic Castle Combe which has 107 listed buildings, no street lights and no new buildings after 1600. It is much used for filming, such as War Horse, Stardust and Doctor Dolittle.
After a wander through this beautiful storybook village the walk properly began at the Castle Inn and the entrance to the Manor House. Passing through the golf course and crossing Fosse Way, making a slight detour to view the Lugbury Longbarrow. Then onwards towards Nettleton, before swinging back south to Ford.
The White Hart at Ford is a good pit stop, though it was very busy so we couldn’t have any food.
Then back northwards following the Bybrook river valley back round to Castle Combe.
There are two pubs in Castle Combe, Castle Inn and another White Hart, plus The Old Stables tearoom, also an honesty cake and tea shop on the high street.

Details:

Meeting Point:

Paddington Station 8.15 am

Hike Length: About 10 miles Approx. Equal to 16 km Approx.

Duration: 5 hours moving time. plus an additional 1-2 hours for breaks and lunch breaks. By 5 pm we should be back at the village to take the bus or taxi back to the nearest Train Station.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
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Departure from London:

We depart from London Paddington Station catching the 9.00 am train to Chippenham Station. Arriving at Chippenham at 10.06 am then we catch the bus or shared taxi to Castle Combe village where our circular hike begins.

You will have 1 hour to explore the village before we begin our circular 10 mile hike.

The hike begins at Castle Combe village and ends at the exact same village. It's a circular hike.

Total Transport time is 1.5 hours each way approx. Train is 1 hour and 25 minutes for bus/taxi ride.

This is a photographer’s paradise!

Lunch:

As we trek through this beautiful landscape, we’ll pause for a moment to enjoy a packed lunch—a great time to take in the peaceful surroundings and picturesque countryside views.

A pub lunch is an option at around 4:30 or 5.00 PM but not guaranteed. So definitely bring your packed lunches and snacks.

Exploration Time:

During the hike we will stop at some of the villages and allow you some time to explore the villages especially at Castle Combe.

Don’t forget your camera—the views here are nothing short of spectacular!

Return to London:

We will be back in London before 8.00 PM.

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