Walk With Us - Kennel Pond Loop
Looking to get active in nature, explore more of the landscape, or meet new people?
Join a free, guided group-walk as part of the new 'Walk With Us' series at Woodchester Park.
Discover more of Woodchester Park and enjoy getting active outdoors with our series of free, guided group-walks.
A relaxed and sociable way to explore the park beyond the waymarked trails, following quieter paths and taking in changing seasonal views along the way.
Each walk is led by a trained walk leader and supported by walking volunteers, who will guide you at a pace to suit everyone so you don't need to worry about getting left behind!
Walks vary in length and terrain depending on the route, but the emphasis is always on enjoyment rather than distance or speed. Please see the route description for more information below.
These guided walks are free to attend and open to all. Whether you join for a single walk or attend regularly, this is a chance to explore Woodchester Park together.
Kennel Pond Loop | 3.3 miles (5.4 km) | Ascent 175 metres
The Kennel Pond Loop is a circular walk of approximately 3.3 miles (5.4 km), starting and ending at Tinkley Gate. A total ascent of around 175 metres.
It crosses over two of the park's dams between three lakes at the bottom of the valley: Old Pond, Middle Pond, and Kennel Pond giving a chance to appreciate tiered views across the water and at the wildlife that congregates around them.
The terrain is mixed throughout: compacted stone surfaces, woodland tracks and grassy paths. A few steeper sections with a short series of steps down to the boardwalk, but there will be plenty of places to pause to take it as slow as needed.
Image credit: John Miller
Please note:
- Meet one of the trained walk leaders and some of our walking volunteers in front of Tinkley Gate Cafe for a pre-walk briefing. what3words:///boats.edge.dressings
- We recommend wearing sturdy footwear, such as walking boots or comfortable trainers, and suitable clothing for the weather. Please pack enough water to sustain yourself for the walk.
- There are steps, uneven ground and hills at Woodchester Park so this walk isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. Please see the "Tramper Friendly Trail" in the 'Walk With Us' series for a route that follows our accessible paths. For more information on accessibility at Tinkley Gate visit the access article: "accessibility at Woodchester Park," available on our webpage.
- Under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Parking: The visitor carpark is less than 200m from the cafe entrance. Tinkley Gate Carpark, Tinkley Lane, Nympsfield, GL10 3UH. what3words:///confident.request.certified.
- Parking is free for members and blue-badge holders, £4 for non-members.
- Dogs: Dogs are not welcome on this first iteration of the 'Walk With Us' series. Please look out for the relaunch of our dog-friendly walking series called 'Woofchester Walks' later in the year for a group-walk where dogs on leads will be welcome.
- Other things to bring: Consider packing a few walking snacks like sweets, biscuits, nuts, or a chocolate bar to keep your energy up on the walk.
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Looking to get active in nature, explore more of the landscape, or meet new people?
Join a free, guided group-walk as part of the new 'Walk With Us' series at Woodchester Park.
Discover more of Woodchester Park and enjoy getting active outdoors with our series of free, guided group-walks.
A relaxed and sociable way to explore the park beyond the waymarked trails, following quieter paths and taking in changing seasonal views along the way.
Each walk is led by a trained walk leader and supported by walking volunteers, who will guide you at a pace to suit everyone so you don't need to worry about getting left behind!
Walks vary in length and terrain depending on the route, but the emphasis is always on enjoyment rather than distance or speed. Please see the route description for more information below.
These guided walks are free to attend and open to all. Whether you join for a single walk or attend regularly, this is a chance to explore Woodchester Park together.
Kennel Pond Loop | 3.3 miles (5.4 km) | Ascent 175 metres
The Kennel Pond Loop is a circular walk of approximately 3.3 miles (5.4 km), starting and ending at Tinkley Gate. A total ascent of around 175 metres.
It crosses over two of the park's dams between three lakes at the bottom of the valley: Old Pond, Middle Pond, and Kennel Pond giving a chance to appreciate tiered views across the water and at the wildlife that congregates around them.
The terrain is mixed throughout: compacted stone surfaces, woodland tracks and grassy paths. A few steeper sections with a short series of steps down to the boardwalk, but there will be plenty of places to pause to take it as slow as needed.
Image credit: John Miller
Please note:
- Meet one of the trained walk leaders and some of our walking volunteers in front of Tinkley Gate Cafe for a pre-walk briefing. what3words:///boats.edge.dressings
- We recommend wearing sturdy footwear, such as walking boots or comfortable trainers, and suitable clothing for the weather. Please pack enough water to sustain yourself for the walk.
- There are steps, uneven ground and hills at Woodchester Park so this walk isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. Please see the "Tramper Friendly Trail" in the 'Walk With Us' series for a route that follows our accessible paths. For more information on accessibility at Tinkley Gate visit the access article: "accessibility at Woodchester Park," available on our webpage.
- Under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Parking: The visitor carpark is less than 200m from the cafe entrance. Tinkley Gate Carpark, Tinkley Lane, Nympsfield, GL10 3UH. what3words:///confident.request.certified.
- Parking is free for members and blue-badge holders, £4 for non-members.
- Dogs: Dogs are not welcome on this first iteration of the 'Walk With Us' series. Please look out for the relaunch of our dog-friendly walking series called 'Woofchester Walks' later in the year for a group-walk where dogs on leads will be welcome.
- Other things to bring: Consider packing a few walking snacks like sweets, biscuits, nuts, or a chocolate bar to keep your energy up on the walk.
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