Highlight • Natural Monument
Elmley Castle Park
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3.8
(6)
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July 17, 2021
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4.7
(24)
82
hikers
12.6km
03:36
280m
280m
Embark on the Great Comberton & Bredon Hill loop from Elmley Castle, a moderate hike spanning 7.8 miles (12.6 km) with an elevation gain of 923 feet (281 metres). This varied route takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes to complete, leading you through meadows, open countryside, and woodlands like Cames Coombe. As you ascend Bredon Hill, you will find a mix of footpaths, road sections, and potentially muddy or uneven ground. From the 981-foot (299-meter) summit, you can enjoy expansive views across Worcestershire to the Malvern Hills, south into the Cotswolds, and over the Vale of Evesham.
For your visit, the Queen Elizabeth pub in Elmley Castle serves as a convenient starting and ending point for this loop. Be prepared for varying path conditions, as some sections can be muddy, and the ascent up Bredon Hill may be steep in parts. The trail also includes plank bridges over ditches, and you might encounter brambles and nettles in some areas.
This trail is notable for its rich history and diverse landscape. Bredon Hill itself is a significant landmark, once an Iron Age hillfort known as Kemerton Camp and later a Roman encampment. At its summit, you will find Parsons Folly, an 18th-century Gothic tower also referred to as the Banbury Stone. The route showcases the beauty of the northern Cotswolds and Worcestershire countryside, combining rolling hills, open fields, woodlands, and charming villages.
5.0
(23)
84
hikers
9.24km
02:42
230m
230m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.5
(15)
100
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 160 m
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