Is Malvern Hills a hard walk?

Is Malvern Hills a hard walk?

Malvern Hills Circular Walk is a 10.1 mile loop trail located near Malvern, Worcestershire, England that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and mountain biking and is accessible year-round.

How long does it take to get up Malvern Hills?

I walked from there across the hills to the top to the Beacon highest point. It was a lovely sunny day and very warm. A few people around but not too bad considering it was a bank holiday. About a one hour walk to the top with a couple of stops from the car park.

How long is Malvern Hills walk?

At just over 9 miles the Malvern Hills End to End walk is fairly long and strenuous walk. Despite the highest point at Worcestershire Beacon being only 425 metres, this walk really does feel like you are getting much higher.

What is the best walk in the Malvern Hills?

In the meantime, take a look at our top 5 recommended walks below!

  1. Top Walk 1: Jubilee Hill.
  2. Top Walk 2: Worcestershire Beacon.
  3. Top Walk 3: Perseverance Hill.
  4. Top Walk 4: Short walk to Herefordshire Beacon from British Camp.
  5. Top Walk 5: Malvern Hills End to End Walk.

Can you walk on the Malvern Hills?

Whether you’re looking to walk the whole length of the ridge, looking for somewhere to walk your four-legged friend or for something a little more gentle along our Easier Access trails, then the Malvern Hills and Commons has something for everyone.

How do you get to the top of Malvern Hills?

Black Hill Easier Access Trail Starting at Black Hill car park, this 200 metre trail rises gently up towards the ridgeline of the Malvern Hills. A short off-trail section takes you onto the top with spectacular views over Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Where do you park to climb Malvern?

For those wanting to walk the Hills from end to end, the car parks to use are at the Clock Tower at the Northern end (on North Malvern Road) and at Hollybush at the Southern end (on the A438 Ledbury to Tewkesbury road).

How many hills are in Malvern?

The highest summit affords a panorama of the Severn Valley, the hills of Herefordshire and the Welsh mountains, parts of thirteen counties, the Bristol Channel, and the cathedrals of Worcester, Gloucester and Hereford….

Malvern Hills
Website www.malvernhills.org.uk, www.malvernhillsaonb.org.uk

Are there toilets at the Malvern Hills?

The toilets at St Ann’s Well are open whilst the cafe is open. Our wardens are available on the ground to provide information and assistance to visitors and to patrol the Hills and Commons.

Are the Malvern Hills steep?

The main ridgeline and the slopes of the Malvern Hills are steep but there are options if you’re looking for a gentler walk or access for families or for wheelchair users.

Is Malvern Hills steep?

What is the highest peak in the Malvern Hills?

Hills Worcester Beacon
The Malvern Hills Worcester Beacon referred to locally as ‘The Beacon’, is the highest point of the Malvern Hills at 425 meters (1,394 ft/ 425m) The Malvern Hills run about 13 kilometers (8.1 mi) north-south along the Herefordshire – Worcestershire border, but the Worcester Beacon is itself entirely within the county …