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Cleeve Hill

Updated: May 29, 2025
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Walk Highlights

Nearest Town:
Cheltenham
Distance:
2.80 miles
Time:
1.20 hours
Difficulty:
Moderate
Terrain:

The terrain on Cleeve Hill in Gloucestershire is open common land with predominantly grassy paths. These can be uneven, rocky in places (due to the underlying limestone), and become very steep, especially on the escarpment edges and approaches to the summit. The plateau can be windswept and very exposed to the elements. Paths can become extremely muddy and slippery after rain, particularly on the chalky/limestone sections. Strong, sturdy footwear with excellent grip is essential for this Gloucestershire terrain.

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Dog-Centric Details

Poo Bins Available:
No
Secure/Fenced Area:
No
Dog Water Source:
No
Dog Notes:

Cleeve Hill in Gloucestershire is a fantastic place for dog walking, offering vast open spaces for energetic dogs to explore. Dogs can often be off-lead on the open common, but ensure they have excellent recall due to the frequent presence of grazing livestock (sheep and sometimes cattle are essential for managing the common), golfers (Cleeve Hill Golf Club is unfenced on the common), other walkers, and very steep drops from the escarpment edges. Be mindful of adders in warmer months (keep dogs out of dense undergrowth). During bird nesting season (spring/summer), keep dogs to paths to protect ground-nesting birds like skylarks. Bring water for your dog, as natural sources are scarce on the common when visiting this Gloucestershire hotspot.

EV Charger Nearby:
No
Fuel Station Nearby:
No
Livestock Information:
Off-Leash Policy:
Partial Off-Leash
Seasonal Advice:
Height Restriction:
No
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About this Walk

Ascend Cleeve Hill in Gloucestershire, the highest point in both the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and the county itself, for an exhilarating walk offering truly breathtaking panoramic views. Cleeve Hill, also known extensively as Cleeve Common, is a vast expanse of open common...

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