Wellington Heath is a village in Herefordshire, England, characterized by its rolling countryside, extensive woodlands, and proximity to the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The landscape features a mix of forests, meadows, and modest hills, providing diverse terrain for outdoor pursuits. This region offers opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more, set against a backdrop of ancient hedgerows, orchards, and gentle streams.
Wellington Heath…
98
Routes
4.5
(130)
Average rating
1241
People visited

4.6
(44)
288
riders
19.3km
02:01
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.3
(4)
23
riders
9.43km
01:06
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

26
riders
9.26km
00:56
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
24
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
22
hikers
19.8km
05:53
590m
590m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.0
(6)
37
hikers
9.81km
02:44
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
16
hikers
5.01km
01:27
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
16
hikers
27.3km
07:45
580m
580m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(2)
15
riders
66.1km
04:22
820m
810m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
54
riders
61.0km
03:52
490m
490m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
19
riders
61.2km
04:07
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
29
riders
47.5km
03:05
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(4)
30
riders
27.1km
01:19
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(3)
31
riders
34.8km
01:52
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

21
riders
69.3km
03:57
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
23.4km
01:21
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
(1)
26
runners
10.9km
01:08
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
5.18km
00:32
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
12
runners
7.93km
00:55
150m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
25.3km
03:06
660m
660m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
16.7km
01:32
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
32.5km
02:14
460m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
3
riders
13.8km
00:55
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Wellington Heath offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features 13 routes with an average rating of 4.59 stars, attracting over 35,000 visitors.
Yes, Wellington Heath offers a network of hiking trails for various fitness levels. Options range from easy circular walks through fields and woodlands to more demanding ascents into the Malvern Hills. For more details, refer to the Hiking around Wellington Heath guide.
Wellington Heath is suitable for touring cycling, road cycling, and gravel biking, utilizing quiet country lanes and varied terrain. The National Byway, a long-distance cycling route, also passes through the village. Explore options in the Cycling around Wellington Heath guide.
Yes, Wellington Heath offers opportunities for mountain biking, particularly with its varied terrain and proximity to the Malvern Hills. Specific trails can be found in the MTB Trails around Wellington Heath guide.
The area is characterized by rolling Herefordshire countryside, extensive woodlands, and proximity to the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Notable features include the Malvern Hills themselves, with peaks like Worcestershire Beacon, and sites of Iron Age hillforts such as Midsummer Hill and Herefordshire Beacon.
Wellington Heath provides routes suitable for families, including easy circular walks through orchards and fields. The diverse terrain allows for less strenuous activities, making it accessible for various age groups. Specific family-friendly routes can be found within the hiking and cycling guides.
Wellington Heath is a popular destination on komoot, with over 35,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 13 available routes have received more than 3,300 ratings, averaging 4.59 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Wellington Heath, including Cycling around Wellington Heath, Hiking around Wellington Heath, and MTB Trails around Wellington Heath. Additional guides cover road cycling, running, easy hikes, and gravel biking.
The village of Wellington Heath features a traditional pub, the Farmers Arms, which can serve as a refreshment stop. The nearby market town of Ledbury also offers additional dining options.
Cycling routes in Wellington Heath can feature varied elevation changes, from gentle rolling countryside to more challenging ascents into the Malvern Hills. Some routes include notable climbs, offering diverse experiences for cyclists.
The official website for the parish is the Wellington Heath Parish Council, which can be found at wellingtonheathpc.org.
Yes, Wellington Heath provides routes suitable for jogging. The area's diverse landscape of rolling countryside and woodlands offers varied terrain for runners. Consult the Running Trails around Wellington Heath guide for specific options.

