{"id":8982,"date":"2021-07-29T12:52:28","date_gmt":"2021-07-29T11:52:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manorcottages.co.uk\/blog\/?p=8982"},"modified":"2025-04-25T10:48:00","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T09:48:00","slug":"coopers-hill-cheese-rolling-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manorcottages.co.uk\/blog\/coopers-hill-cheese-rolling-festival","title":{"rendered":"Cooper\u2019s Hill & the Cheese Rolling Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"

300 yards, 45 degrees and Nine pounds of double Gloucester cheese… The Cooper\u2019s Hill cheese rolling festival is one of the most unique celebrations across the country. But what is the Gloucester cheese roll, and why is it so popular?<\/strong><\/p>\n

For over 200 years, the annual cheese rolling festival has been an integral part of Gloucester culture. Each year daredevil participants hurl themselves down the 300 yards Cooper\u2019s hill to lay claim to a wheel of cheese and bragging rights – of course. So, pack your cheese rolling clothes, keep the help close by and tumble your way to cheesy victory*.<\/p>\n

Carry on reading to find out more about Cooper\u2019s Hill and the cheese rolling festival\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Where is Cooper\u2019s Hill?<\/h2>\n

\"Walk<\/p>\n

Before we start with the tumbling and falling, let\u2019s take a look at the history of Cooper\u2019s hill.<\/p>\n

More than just a hill,\u00a0Cooper’s Hill local nature reserve <\/strong>is of particular interest to nature lovers. With over 100 acres of stunning natural beauty, Cooper’s Hill has a diverse selection of woodland plants and animals.<\/p>\n

Located on the outskirts of Gloucester, the cheese rolling hill is an access point to the picturesque\u00a0Cotswold Way<\/strong>\u00a0hike. The\u00a0Cotswold Way<\/strong>\u00a0is a 102-mile trail that connects\u00a0Chipping Campden<\/a>\u00a0to the historic city of\u00a0Bath<\/a>. But don\u2019t worry, you don\u2019t need to do the whole trek.<\/p>\n

Starting at the bottom, you can take a relaxing stroll through the Beech woodland to the top of Cooper\u2019s hill. With impressive views of\u00a0Gloucester<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Cheltenham<\/a>, you can follow the walk to\u00a0Brockworth Wood<\/strong> or head into the town centre and refuel in one of the local caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n

Whether you are visiting for the Cheese rolling festival or taking in the countryside, Cooper\u2019s hill is a great spot to make the most of the Cotswolds.<\/p>\n

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How to get to Cooper\u2019s Hill<\/h2>\n

\"Cooper's<\/p>\n

There are two car parks for Cooper’s Hill. A small parking area is close to the hill summit on Cotswolds Way road. Pass the Hillview Cottage, and the small car park should be on the right at the bottom of the Cotswold Way path.<\/p>\n

The other car park is located just off the A46 corner known as Fiddlers Elbow. This car park has more parking spots and is a great starting point for a long walk in the Cooper’s Hill nature reserve.<\/p>\n

You can also get the 66 Gold from Stroud or Cheltenham to Cooper’s Hill off Painswick Road.<\/p>\n

Parking during the cheese rolling festival can be difficult, so be sure to plan your journey accordingly.<\/p>\n

Main Car Park Address:<\/h3>\n

Fiddlers Elbow
\nPainswick Rd
\nGloucester
\nGL4 8ET<\/p>\n