Event Description
This is a wonderful, undulating meander in West Malvern and Mathon, crossing over ridges of Silurian limestone and valleys of Silurian Shale. We pass Hay Slad Spot, one of the most powerful springs on the hills and an opportunity to fill our water bottles with the fantastic spring water of which Malvern is justifiably proud. 6 stiles and up down of 1,440 feet.
Some of the rocks seen near Mathon were formed some 400 million years ago. According to a local author ‘There can be no finer scenery than this, anywhere in England, and the village of Mathon emphasises this with its name which is thought to be derived from an Old English word for treasure or gift’.
There are several gentle hills to walk over but two very steep climbs on the return leg.
£5.00
Distance: 6 miles
Duration: 4 hours
Difficulty: Hard
Date: 1 June
Start time: 10:00 am
Walk leader: Peter Reynolds
Start location: West of England Quarry car park
West Malvern Road
WR14 4DH
Grid reference: SO 766448
What3Words: grocers.pardon.forklift
Further details:
Bring refreshments, we will stop half-way for a few minutes to enjoy the incredible views on the top of Cockshot Hill and soak up the delightful atmosphere.
