My Country Walks



Welcome to my new blog following my move to the Cotswolds in early 2018.

Previously living on the edge of Dartmoor I shared details of my walks on Dartmoor on my previous blog My Dartmoor Walks. As I explore this new area I will share details of the routes here.

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Tuesday 16th April 2024 - Churchill

Five of us today. Starting in Churchill and an area I haven't walked in before. Initially a loop to the north west of Churchill and then intertwing through the Sarden House estate. A bright sunny morning, warm in the sun away from the wind but much cooler in exposed areas in the wind. 7.5 miles with 700ft ascent.


The horses were there to greet us

Still muddy  in parts but the surface is drying out in the warmer windy conditions


Part of the highly manicured Sarsden Estate


It looks like this was once an important gateway to the estate.

So much work and detail in the pillars

'Dead dog corner' a graveyard for dogs on the estate.


Wonderful splashes of colour from the rape seed.

And a field with lots of circles of mushrooms


Now that is an attractive hedge.

Bluebells beside the road

All Saints church, Churchill


The Gothic fountain on the village green


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