31 Mar Trek26 Cotswolds
Take a challenge and raise money for the Alzheimer’s Society
Saturday, 11th July
Start / finish: Postlip Farm, Winchcombe, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL54 5BB
Take on the incredible Trek26 Cotswolds challenge and walk 13 or 26 miles. Explore the rural landscape of the Cotswolds as you trek through ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and historic Cotswold stone villages.
Every step is lifechanging.
Trek for loved ones and bring help and hope to everyone living with dementia. Explore the rural landscape of the Cotswolds as you trek through ancient woodlands, wildflower meadows and historic Cotswold stone villages.
Both routes start at Postlip Farm and begin on footpaths to reach Langley Hill, before descending into the village of Gretton. The routes will take you under the bridges of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway and through the picturesque village of Gotherington. You’ll undergo a steep woodland climb before reaching Cleeve Common in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The 13 mile route has a short section on the Common, along the Cotswolds Way. Here the 13 mile route will return to the finish, whilst the 26 mile route continues onto the steep section of Cleeve Common, reaching the highest point in the Cotswolds at 330m, with wonderful views over Cheltenham and the Malvern Hills. Continuing through the precious habitats of the Common, the route joins a section of the Winchcombe Way before heading south towards Sevenhampton. The route passes through the grounds of Sudeley Castle, before joining the Cotswolds Way to the finish.
The 13 mile route has a short section on the Common, along the Cotswolds Way. Here the 13 mile route will return to the finish, whilst the 26 mile route continues onto the steep section of Cleeve Common, reaching the highest point in the Cotswolds at 330m, with wonderful views over Cheltenham and the Malvern Hills. Continuing through the precious habitats of the Common, the route joins a section of the Winchcombe Way before heading south towards Sevenhampton. The route passes through the grounds of Sudeley Castle, before joining the Cotswolds Way to the finish.
- Follow a fully supported route including regular rest stops with snacks, drinks and toilets.
- Free breakfast, lunch and hot drinks included.
- Medical support and back walkers along the route.
- Receive a medal and a free glass of fizz to celebrate crossing the finish line!
For more information, please visit the Alzheimer’s Society “Trek26” website