Explore the Cotswolds and Severn Vale… At Your Leisure

When you feel the need to get away from the fast pace of every day life, there is nowhere better than the Cotswolds and Severn Vale for a relaxing walk, river trip cycle or horse ride amidst some of the finest countryside in England. If its scenery you are after, Cleeve Common offers some of the most spectacular views of the Cotswolds, Severn Vale and as far as Wales. From the rolling Cotswold Hills speckled with honey coloured buildings to the peaceful valleys of the rivers Severn and Avon where the traditional black & white architecture is a delight, this beautiful rural area is the perfect location for your leisurely group trip.

Boating
1. Pride of Avon, Tewkesbury
Enjoy a trip on the river from Tewkesbury to Twyning and either stop off for food or lunch on board. Pre-book the Pride of Avon for your group, alternatively there is a ferry which runs throughout the summer months. Evening supper cruises are also available for groups of 10+ and can be tailored to your precise requirements.
Tel: 01684 294088
Web: www.telstarcruisers.co.uk (link opens in new window)
Open: Apr-Sept
Special Incentives: Coach driver free with a meal
Price: Ferry under £3, pre-booked trip prices on request
Maximum Group Number: 66

Walking & Cycling
Official Cotswolds and Severn Vale Walking and Cycling packs are available for purchase through the information line. The ‘Made for Walking’ pack contains information, directions and suggestions for 10 of the most beautiful circular walks in the area. The scenery of the Cotswolds and Severn Vale can be enjoyed through these walks aimed at all abilities. The ‘Cycling Companion’ contains 6 marvellous circular cycle routes in the area, along with suggested places of interest and food / drink stops.

Guided Walks – if you prefer to be shown the sights you can choose from a large variety of guided walks. Town heritage trails, battle trails as well as a whole programme of countryside walks are available in the area.

Long Distance Walks – The area is rife in beautiful longer distance routes for the keen walker: The Severn, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, Wychavon, Windrush, Warden’s, Wysis and Three Choirs routes all travel through the area.

Golfing
There are many golf courses throughout the area:
Cleeve Hill Golf Course Tel: 01242 672025 www.cleevehill.com
Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel Tel: 01684 296200
Tewkesbury Park Hotel Tel: 01684 295405
Brickhampton Court Tel: 01452 859444 www.brickhampton.co.uk (link opens in new window)
Sherdons Golf Centre Tel: 01684 274782 www.sherdonsgolf.co.uk (link opens in new window)
Rodway Hill Tel: 01452 384222

Horse Riding & Fishing
For horse riding & fishing enthusiasts there are many opportunities in the surrounding rural area. Contact the information line for more details.

Coach Parking
Tewkesbury - Gloucester Road - Pay & Display
Winchcombe - Back Lane, Free

Eating Out
There are many good places to eat out around the Cotswolds and Severn Vale which are walker friendly. Please contact the information line for details.

Suggested Tour
1 Start your leisurely break in Tewkesbury by taking a boat trip
• Either lunch on board or in Twyning (coach collection in Twyning)
• The rest of your tour could be based around your group’s likes – either
golfing, horse riding or a cycle tour of this beautiful area.

Please refer to a road map

For further information contact the Tourist Information Centre: 01684 295027
Email: groupinfo@tewkesburybc.gov.uk