Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 22, 2025

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Start point

Bus stop

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663 m

View of Eastnor Castle

Here, on the trail up Midsummer Hill's southern flank, you're rewarded with an excellent view down onto Eastnor Castle. Built in the early 19th century by Robert Smirk, the architect …

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808 m

Midsummer Hill Iron Age Hillfort

Midsummer Hill rises in the southern part of the Malvern Hills and is a very worthy objective. Site of a former hillfort, along with neighbouring Hollybush Hill, it provides extensive …

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1.29 km

View of Eastnor Obelisk

2.15 km

Somers Obelisk

Grade II-listed and part of the giant Eastnor Castle estate, the obelisk can be seen for miles around. It's a monument to members of the Somers Cocks family, who own …

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3.46 km

Swinyard Hill

Another of the many hill tops along the Malvern ridge, providing 360 degree views.

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3.52 km

Shire Ditch Stone Waymarker

Stone waymarker on Shire Ditch below Swinyard Hill.

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5.69 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.47 km

725 m

329 m

167 m

Surfaces

2.96 km

1.66 km

423 m

295 m

188 m

167 m

Elevation

Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Somers Obelisk – Swinyard Hill loop from Hollybush

View of Eastnor Castle

Midsummer Hill Iron Age Hillfort

View of Eastnor Obelisk

Somers Obelisk

Swinyard Hill

Shire Ditch Stone Waymarker

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