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Worcestershire's best-kept secret

Though not nearly so well-known as the Malverns, the Abberley hills to their north offer some equally beautiful walking country. This 10-mile walk takes you through lanes and orchards, along a fine ridge, and reveals a spectacular ruin. About 1000ft of ascent, in total. Park at Great Witley village hall (free). Approaching from Worcester on the A443, the car park entrance is on the right, just before the Martley turn. OS grid ref* SO 758658. Map

 

The best of beautiful Clent

They're only minutes from Birmingham and the Black Country, yet the Clent Hills take a lot of beating, with their combination of beautiful walking country and panoramic views from the summits. This figure-of-eight 9-miler is the best Clent walk we know. There are a couple of steep climbs, not too long, but the views are more than ample reward. One for a clear day! Park at the Clent Hills Visitor Centre (NT, cafe, toilets) on Hagley Wood Lane off the A456 between Halesowen and Hagley, OS grid ref* SO 939807. For a shorter walk, do one half of the figure-of-eight.  Map

 

In the countryside 

NEVER WALK BETWEEN A COW AND HER CALF

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