Moreton-in-Marsh Circular Walk
This circular walk from Moreton-in-Marsh makes use of the Monarch's Way and the Heart of England Way to explore the countryside, villages and woodland surrounding the popular Cotswolds town. Moreton-in-Marsh is a good base for exploring the Cotswolds with a train station and lots of good hotels to choose from. It's also very close to two major Cotswolds attractions. This includes the magnificent Sezincote House and Batsford Arboretum which are both on this route.
Starting in the town you follow the Monarch's Way south to the village of Longborough where you will find a 12th century church and an opera house home to the Longborough Festival Opera in June and July each year.
At Longborough you turn north along the Heart of England Way towards the exquisite Sezincote House. Here you will find a fascinating Mogul Indian palace surrounded by beautiful gardens including an orangery, spring-fed pools, canals and a large lake.
After passing Sezincote you continue north to the pretty village of Bourton-on-the-Hill where you will find the Grade I listed St. Lawrence's Church, the 17th century Slatters Cottage and the fine Horse and Groom pub.
After leaving the village you head towards Batsford Arboretum where there are 56 acres of woodland consisting of Japanese maples, magnolias and pines.
The final section heads east through farmland back to Moreton-in-Marsh.
Postcode
GL56 0AX - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsMoreton-in-Marsh Circular Walk Ordnance Survey Map 
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Walks near Moreton-in-Marsh
- Sezincote House - This walk takes you to the extraordinary Mogul Indian palace of Sezincote House near Moreton-in-Marsh in the Cotswolds
- Batsford Arboretum - This beautiful arboretum and botanical garden near Moreton-in-Marsh is perfect for a peaceful afternoon stroll
- Walk from Moreton in Marsh to Stow on the Wold - A point to point walk from Moreton in Marsh to Stow on the Wold using a section of the Monarch's Way long distance trail
- Bourton on the Hill - This small Cotswolds village is located near Moreton-in-Marsh and Blockley in Gloucestershire
- The Slaughters - This short walk between these two delightful Cotswolds villages is a favourite for visitors to the region
- Blockley - This walk explores the Cotswolds countryside to the south of the pretty village of Blockley
- Chipping Campden to Dover's Hill - This walk climbs to Dover's Hill from the lovely market town of Chipping Campden in the Cotswolds
- Bourton on the Water - Enjoy a walk through this lovely village known as the 'Venice of the Cotswolds'
- Donnington Way - Cotswolds Pub Walk - Visit the 15 pubs of the Donnington Brewery on this super pub walk through the Cotswolds
- Heart of England Way - Follow the Heart of England Way through the Midlands of England
Pubs/Cafes
The Black Bear Inn - you'll find a large restaurant and sky sports in this historic Donnington pub located on the High Street at postcode GL56 0AX for your sat navs. The pub is over 300 years old and includes a pleasant courtyard garden for warmer days.
The White Hart Royal is another pub with an interesting history. It dates back to the 17th century when it was occupied by King Charles I as he took shelter following the Battle of Marston Moor during the First English Civil War of 1644–1646. They are also on the High Street at postcode GL56 0BA.
Dog Walking
The country trails make for a fine dog walk. Batsford Arboretum welcomes dogs but please keep them on short leads. The Black Bear Inn mentioned above is dog friendly. However, please not only assistance dogs are allowed around Sezincote House.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
The Donnington Way - Cotswolds Pub Walk passes through the town. The long circular walk visits 15 fine old Donnington Brewery pubs in the Cotswolds.
The circular walk from Bourton on the Hill visits the area. The village lies just to the west and includes some historic buildings including a 12th century church and a Georgian inn.
Photos
Moreton in Marsh
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Sezincote House
Bourton House, Bourton-on-the-Hill. This house dates back to 1570. The beautiful gardens are occasionally open to the public. This was taken on the National Garden Scheme open day in August.
Batsford Arboretum in Autumn
The Black Bear Inn on the High Street. A good choice for some post walk rest and refreshment.
Ye Olde Stocks and the Redesdale Town Hall
War Memorial
Mann Institute