STROUD 5

STROUD 5

STROUD 5

STROUD 5 :: :: CYCLE TRACK

CYCLE TRACK

CYCLE TRACK

CYCLE TRACK TRAIL

TRAIL

TRAIL

TRAIL

CAINSCROSS

CAINSCROSS

CAINSCROSS

CAINSCROSSSTROLL

STROLL

STROLL

STROLL

DIRECTIONS

Leave store and turn right to pass to the rear and head for the

footpath which passes under the Railway Viaduct, follow the path to

Cainscross Rd., turn left and proceed to the pedestrian crossing at

Superstore and cross, turn left for Bath Rd.

Turn right and proceed to pedestrian crossing, cross the Bath road

(A46), turn left, at Rodborough Hill cross the road and enter the

Cycle Track Trail. After 75 metres do not follow Cycle Track, go 30

metres on and take footpath up the bank, at the same time doubling

back on yourself to enter the field.

Cross the field, keep straight and enter Roborough Avenue, turn

right and proceed to the end and turn right onto Rodborough Hill.

Proceed down the hill pass through the Clothier’s Arms car park to

cross the Bath Rd. at the pedestrian crossing, turn right.

Proceed to Doughfield on the left, turn left and enter Industrial Est.

and proceed along the canal towpath to Lodgemore Lane. Cross the

canal and proceed up the lane to Cainscross Road turn left and use

pedestrian crossing to cross the road and turn left.

Almost immediately turn right into Beards Lane, proceed and pass

over the railway lines and continue to Strafford Rd, turn right

Cross Strafford Rd. at the pedestrian crossing, turn right, continue on

to the entrance to Strafford Park, enter and immediately take the

footpath on the right. Follow the path down to the Park Lake and

exit to the right. Turn left for the pedestrian crossing, cross the road

turn right and return to the Tesco Car Park.

HAZARDS:

Crossing roads.

Crossing railway.

Crossing Fields

Duration

40-55 minutes

Distance:

2.19 miles

Terrain:

Tarmac roads, footpaths,

canal towpaths

Level:

Moderate

Start and Finish:

Tesco Supermarket,

Stratford Road, Stroud

Why Walk?

Walking is a great way to increase your physical activity levels as well as taking in the breathtaking scenery.

There are a number of benefits that you can get from walking:

- Walking is great for fun and fitness

- Walking benefits health and wellbeing

- Walking is suitable for all ages

- Discover attractive and interesting places to walk

- Revisit favourite places

- Walking is free

At what intensity should I walk at?

'Brisk' walking means walking so that you breathe a little faster, feel warmer and have a slightly faster heart

beat. You should still be able to talk. If you can't carry out a conversation, then you're going too fast and

need to slow down.

How often should I walk?

The current recommendation for physical activity is 30 minutes of moderate activity on 5 or more days per

week. That's all it takes to improve your health and feel the difference.

If you find it difficult to complete 30mins in one go, you could walk for ten minutes, three times a day or 15

minutes twice a day at first. The most important thing is that you start at a comfortable level and build up

gradually.

Are there any local walking groups?

The ‘Strolling in Stroud District’ group were established in 2006 and offer short led walks for all abilities.

There are several regular walks that take place across the district with something for everybody on each

walk. The group welcomes old and new walkers and is a fantastic way to meet new people.

There are also several ‘one-off’ walks that are delivered by a variety of organisations that take place

throughout the year.

All of these walks and more can be found by contacting us on (01453) 754501 or by visiting our website

www.strollinginstrouddistrict.org

Although every attempt has been made to ensure that the information contained within this leaflet is

correct at the time of printing, the District Council cannot be held responsible for any discrepancies.

The Strolling in Stroud District group is a Walking the Way to Health

Accredited Scheme.