Bourton-On-The-Water is a region in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterized by rolling hills, the meandering River Windrush, and traditional Cotswold stone architecture. The landscape provides diverse terrain, from flat valley sections around the village to more challenging hilly areas, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, jogging, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. Greystones Farm Nature Reserve, with its ancient meadows and walking trails, further contributes to the area's appeal for outdoor pursuits.
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4.5
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4.8
(33)
113
hikers
8.24km
02:12
90m
90m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(202)
713
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(31)
178
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
(22)
89
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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18
runners
7.36km
00:49
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

43
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
runners
11.0km
01:10
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.9
(17)
74
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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27
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
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22
riders
13.5km
00:52
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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17
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2.0
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105
riders
68.0km
03:05
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
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30
riders
56.8km
02:50
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

28
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21.1km
00:59
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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27
riders
47.2km
02:27
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
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43
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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14
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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riders
32.9km
02:25
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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4
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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3
riders
40.8km
02:46
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Bourton-On-The-Water offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features over 200 routes, with more than 9,000 visitors contributing to an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars on komoot. These activities allow exploration of the River Windrush, Cotswold stone architecture, and rolling hills.
Yes, Bourton-On-The-Water offers numerous easy hiking trails suitable for beginners and those seeking relaxed walks. Many paths follow the River Windrush or explore Greystones Farm Nature Reserve. For specific recommendations, consult the Easy hikes around Bourton-On-The-Water guide.
The area provides a network of scenic cycling routes for both road and touring cyclists. Options include the 'View from Bourton Hill – Bourton-on-the-Water loop' for panoramic views. Routes often connect to nearby villages like Lower and Upper Slaughter, featuring picturesque river stretches. Guides such as Road Cycling Routes around Bourton-On-The-Water and Cycling around Bourton-On-The-Water provide detailed information.
Bourton-On-The-Water is known for its family-friendly outdoor options. Greystones Farm Nature Reserve, on the edge of the village, offers peaceful wildflower meadows and walking trails like the Wildlife Walk and Time-Travel Trail. Many routes along the River Windrush are also suitable for families.
Yes, Bourton-On-The-Water is an intersection for several long-distance routes. Sections of the Monarch's Way and Heart of England Way pass through the area. The Diamond Way, a 62-mile (100-kilometer) trail, and the 14-mile (22.5-kilometer) Windrush Way also start near or pass through the village.
Trails in Bourton-On-The-Water showcase the River Windrush, which meanders through the village, crossed by low, arched stone bridges. The area is also characterized by rolling hills and traditional Cotswold stone architecture. Greystones Farm Nature Reserve offers ancient meadows and diverse wildlife.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around Bourton-On-The-Water, Running Trails around Bourton-On-The-Water, and Road Cycling Routes around Bourton-On-The-Water. There are also guides for easy hikes, touring cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking.
Greystones Farm Nature Reserve is located on the edge of Bourton-On-The-Water and features ancient meadows and a river area. It is a habitat for diverse wildlife and offers peaceful walking trails like the Wildlife Walk and Time-Travel Trail. The site also contains Salmonsbury Camp, a Neolithic and Iron Age Scheduled Monument.
Bourton-On-The-Water is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 9,000 visitors having recorded tours in the region. The routes have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars. There are 224 routes available across various sports.
The official visitor information website for Bourton-On-The-Water is BourtonInfo.com. There is no longer a dedicated Visitor Information Centre in the village, and a specific tourist information phone number is not readily available.
Yes, Bourton-On-The-Water offers routes for both mountain biking and gravel biking. There are 8 mountain biking routes and 2 easy mountain biking routes available. For more details, refer to the MTB Trails around Bourton-On-The-Water and Gravel biking around Bourton-On-The-Water guides.

