Section 16 of 26, Macmillan Way
Rodmarton to Westonbirt
8.9 miles (14.3 km). About 3 hours, moderate.
Start: ST 934 985. Finish: ST 861 906. OS grid.
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Up and down
About 185 m of climbing and 201 m of descent; highest point 168 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Rodmarton.
No bus stop or station within a kilometre of the start. Nearest: the bus stop at St Peter's Church, 1 km away (Directions); Kemble station, 5.2 km away (Directions).
Getting back
The section finishes at Westonbirt. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stop
- Hare and Hounds Hotel, 320 m from the finish. Directions ST 863 904
What to expect
Underfoot: earth, rock and mud 53%, paved or flagged 35%, grass 12%.
About 39% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 2 stiles, 5 gates.
Steepest climb: about 50 m in a kilometre (1 in 20), starting 3.7 miles in.
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