Event Description
A walk that encompasses two Hillforts (British Camp and Midsummer Hill) with glorious views of the surrounding countryside.
The walk leader is a landscape archaeologist who will describe the history, features and folklore of the surrounding area as the group walk. There are numerous archaeological features to discover and discuss on route. Questions are welcome.
From the start point at British Camp car park the route follows the eastern side of British Camp, across Broad Down before dropping down through News Wood, then climbing up to the unique hill fort on Midsummer Hill. We retrace our steps and take in Clutter’s Cave before ascending the southern base of British Camp then climb to the summit before descending back to our finish point.
No stiles and and up and down of 1,109 feet.
There are light refreshments available at the start/finish at Sally’s Café.
Public toilets at the start/finish point (none on route). Bring water, packed lunch/snacks, suitable clothing and footwear.
£5.00
Distance: 6.5 miles
Duration: 4 to 5 hours (to allow plenty of time for stops & discussions)
Difficulty: Moderate
Date: 31 May
Start time: 9:00 am
Walk leader: Jim Whitfield
Start location: At the second gate on the right hand side of the British Camp Car park (with your back to the road and the Malvern Hills Hotel).
British Camp Car Park
A449 Ledbury Road, Herefordshire.
WR13 6DW
Grid reference: SO 762403
What3Words: rally.eyebrows.potential
Further details:
Car Park is Pay and Display: The machine here accepts cards and cash. Cost is £5.50 for all day, unless you have a current Malvern Hills Trust Levy Payers Parking Pass which entitles you to free parking.
Colwall railway station: 3.3 miles
Ledbury railway station: 4.2 miles
