Walking on the Malvern Hills
The Malvern Hills and surrounding countryside has something to offer everyone, when it comes to walking, from challenging slopes, to gentle paths, designed with the disabled in mind. There are stunning views to be had, across the Severn Valley to the east, and to Wales, and the Black mountains in the west. For those who prefer to stroll on the flat, there are walks along the River Severn, or in the meadows to the west of the hills.
The Malverns are beautiful all year round, snow-capped in the winter, scattered with wild daffodils and bluebells in the spring, lush with grasses wild flowers in the summer, and full of colour on the wooded slopes in the autumn. Ravens breed in the area and can be seen flying and tumbling over the hills.
Getting Here
By Rail
There are 3 railway stations -
Great Malvern and Malvern Link on
the east side of the hills, and
Colwall to the west. All three
stations are within walking
distance of the hills. All three
are served by trains from
Worcester, Birmingham and beyond,
Hereford, London, Weymouth and the
west.
To plan your rail journey click here:-
By Road
The Malverns are within
15-20 minutes drive from both the
M5 and M50.
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Where do I start from ?
From
the town
You can reach the hills from Great
Malvern town by heading up Church
Street (the high street)
to the top, turning right onto
Belle Vue Terrace, and then
left onto St Anne's Road. St Anne's
Road heads straight up the hill,
and then veers sharp left. Do not
follow the road to the left, but
carry straight on up Happy Valley.
This will take you up to the north
end of the Malvern Hills
From the western side
Heading over the Wyche
Cutting and along Jubilee Drive you
will find places to park to access
the hills. At the Southern end of
Jubilee Drive, where it meets the
A449, you will find a large car
park, and paths up to the British
Camp.
Equipment
Normal walking boots or stout
walking shoes, and a
wind/waterproof coat are the only
essentials. You will see a lot of
walking poles on the hills and
these are great if you need that
extra push, or are concerned about
your balance.
Remember it can be much colder and
windier on top of the hills than it
is at the bottom.
Rain and snow can arrive suddenly,
so make sure you have enough
warm/waterproof clothing.
Refreshments
Malvern boasts a number of cafes and restaurants. Only two are on the hill-walking route - the St Anne's Well Cafe, on the eastern slopes above the town, reached via St Anne's Road and Happy Valley, and "The Kettle Sings" on the western slopes above Colwall (http://www.thekettlesings.co.uk/).