キングストーンの天然記念物・トップ5

Small waterfall, nice spot to have lunch

Mynydd Ferddin, at 323 metres with 120 metres of prominence, is a UK P100 (Hump) peak. There is a nice walk up to Mynydd Ferddin from Longtown Village. There are lovely views out across the Herefordshire countryside and The Black Mountains from here. It has a trig pointed summit, but this is slightly off the public footpath.

There is a small waterfall here, At its best after decent rainfall

Hidden a quiet part of Little Birch village, the brickwork of Higgins' Well dates from the early 19th century. Some improvements were added later, including a large pool as an animal trough for use during Victoria's diamond jubilee. Higgins Well has long been an important and unfailing supply of water for the village. A local legend about the well, as told on http://www.visitoruk.com/Hereford/little-birch-C592-V11335.html runs as follows: "The original outlet for the waters of the well was in a meadow at the top of the steep bank which rises above the present well. The owner of this meadow became so annoyed at the trespasses of the villagers across his land to the well that he had it filled up. However, shortly afterwards, while smoking his pipe in the great chimney corner of his house, he was startled by a sudden eruption of water under his feet." "To his untutored mind, the waters forcing this new outlet were a sign that the guardian spirit protecting the local people's rights was asserting itself. To appease this spirit, but determined not to reopen the well, he moved down to the present site and started to dig. In due course water began to bubble up through the underlying rock and, miraculously, the inrush in the chimney corner disappeared. The water spirit was obviously satisfied that water was once again made available to the people. This "act of contrition" resulted in local immortality for Mr Higgins."

This mile long avenue of Scots Pines and Yews was created by Sir Thomas Watkins, owner of Monnington Court to celebrate becoming a member of parliament in 1641.

25%climb to get to the top. Lots of bridleways with beautiful views.

Amazing for a gravel bike or MTB. Might get “sticky” in the wetter months.

Don't do this on a road bike like me, not a good idea, very nice walk though!