The Malvern Hills rise dramatically from the surrounding pastures to form a beautiful ridge that runs north to south for over eight miles (13 km), splitting the counties of Worcestershire …

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Malvern Hills National Landscape

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Location: West Malvern, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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1. Summer Hill, Jubilee Hill & Worcestershire Beacon loop from Great Malvern — Malvern Hills

19.0km

05:46

630m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Hollybush to North Hill via Herefordshire Beacon — Malvern Hills

21.8km

06:41

770m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Worcestershire Beacon loop from Great Malvern Train Station — Malvern Hills

5.97km

02:03

320m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Alex Foxfield

March 19, 2021

At 1,394 feet (425 m), Worcestershire Beacon is the highest point in the county and a grand viewpoint to boot. Its popularity is such that it is at the centre of a veritable spider's web of paths. As with so many summits in the region, beacon fires have been lit here in days gone by, notably to warn of the coming Spanish Armada in 1588.

On a clear day, you can see all the way to the Black Mountains plateau in South Wales. To the north west, the Shropshire Hills rise in gentle folds. The River Severn winds its way towards the sea to the east and south. A grand toposcope adorns the summit, enabling you to identify the surrounding landmarks.

David Howells

January 12, 2021

A walk along the spine of the Malverns on a good weather day is a beautiful outing. A busy and popular walking area for a good reason. It is great views and the walking is easy.

Steve Hollett

March 16, 2022

Fantastic views over three counties. Wales to the West. Malvern Hills Hotel highly recommended for good food.

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Location: West Malvern, Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, West Midlands Region, England, United Kingdom

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Worcestershire Beacon Summit and Toposcope

1. Summer Hill, Jubilee Hill & Worcestershire Beacon loop from Great Malvern — Malvern Hills

2. Hollybush to North Hill via Herefordshire Beacon — Malvern Hills

3. Worcestershire Beacon loop from Great Malvern Train Station — Malvern Hills

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