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Elmley Castle

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Elmley Castle

The Salt Way A bridleway section north from the winding lane between Elmley Castle and Ashton. These ancient routes centred upon Droitwich and radiate out to ports and centres of population, in this case to Lechlade where it could be transported to London on the Thames.
The Salt Way Credit: Jonathan Billinger

Elmley Castle is a picturesque village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated on the eastern slopes of Bredon Hill, the village offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and is renowned for its charm and tranquility.

The origins of Elmley Castle can be traced back to the medieval period, with historical records mentioning the village as early as the 11th century. The village takes its name from a former Norman castle that once stood nearby, although only remnants of its earthworks can be seen today.

The heart of Elmley Castle is its village green, a well-maintained open space surrounded by a mix of charming cottages, some dating back several centuries. The village also boasts a beautiful parish church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century and features stunning stained glass windows and a picturesque churchyard.

Nature enthusiasts will find Elmley Castle a perfect destination, as the village is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Bredon Hill, just a short distance from the village, offers numerous walking trails and is home to a rich variety of flora and fauna.

Despite its small size, Elmley Castle has a strong sense of community and hosts various annual events and activities, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a traditional pub, The Queen Elizabeth, where locals and visitors can enjoy a pint and a hearty meal.

Overall, Elmley Castle is a hidden gem in Worcestershire, offering a peaceful retreat and a glimpse into the area's rich history and natural beauty.

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The Salt Way A bridleway section north from the winding lane between Elmley Castle and Ashton. These ancient routes centred upon Droitwich and radiate out to ports and centres of population, in this case to Lechlade where it could be transported to London on the Thames.
The Salt Way
A bridleway section north from the winding lane between Elmley Castle and Ashton. These ancient routes centred upon Droitwich and radiate out to ports and centres of population, in this case to Lechlade where it could be transported to London on the Thames.
Sheep and trees on Bredon Hill The trees in the background are in clump giving the impression it has been planted as an estate parkland.
Sheep and trees on Bredon Hill
The trees in the background are in clump giving the impression it has been planted as an estate parkland.
Telecommunications mast on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Telecommunications mast on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Wychavon Way at Long Plantation on Bredon Hill The Wychavon Way begins in the Worcestershire town of Droitwich Spa and ends in the Cotswold village of Broadway. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) in length and was created in 1977 to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.
Wychavon Way at Long Plantation on Bredon Hill
The Wychavon Way begins in the Worcestershire town of Droitwich Spa and ends in the Cotswold village of Broadway. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) in length and was created in 1977 to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.
Wychavon Way at Long Plantation on Bredon Hill The Wychavon Way begins in the Worcestershire town of Droitwich Spa and ends in the Cotswold village of Broadway. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) in length and was created in 1977 to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.
Wychavon Way at Long Plantation on Bredon Hill
The Wychavon Way begins in the Worcestershire town of Droitwich Spa and ends in the Cotswold village of Broadway. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) in length and was created in 1977 to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.
Wychavon Way on Bredon Hill The Wychavon Way begins in the Worcestershire town of Droitwich Spa and ends in the Cotswold village of Broadway. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) in length and was created in 1977 to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.
Wychavon Way on Bredon Hill
The Wychavon Way begins in the Worcestershire town of Droitwich Spa and ends in the Cotswold village of Broadway. The trail is about 40 miles (64 km) in length and was created in 1977 to celebrate the Queen's Silver Jubilee.
Seat along the Wychavon Way on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Seat along the Wychavon Way on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Long Plantation on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Long Plantation on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Bridleway in Long Plantation on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Bridleway in Long Plantation on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Gate along a bridleway on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Gate along a bridleway on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Sheep at Fiddler's Knap on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Sheep at Fiddler's Knap on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Tree on Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Tree on Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Bridleway ascending Bredon Hill Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Bridleway ascending Bredon Hill
Bredon Hill, 299 m (981 ft), is in South Worcestershire, it is geologically part of the Cotswolds but stands isolated in the Vale of Evesham. There is a small stone tower on the summit called Parsons Folly, along with the remains of an Iron Age hill fort known as Kemerton Camp, abandoned in the 1st century AD.
Dry Stone Wall, Bredon Hill Looking down in a NE direction towards Kersoe from the Wychavon Way.
Dry Stone Wall, Bredon Hill
Looking down in a NE direction towards Kersoe from the Wychavon Way.
Long Coppice, Bredon Hill Looking in a NW direction along the Wychavon Way towards Long Coppice.
Long Coppice, Bredon Hill
Looking in a NW direction along the Wychavon Way towards Long Coppice.
Mast on Bredon Hill
Mast on Bredon Hill
Bridleway on Bredon Hill Here the bridleway passes along side Long Plantation.
Bridleway on Bredon Hill
Here the bridleway passes along side Long Plantation.
Bridleway This bridleway provides a shortcut compared to the road, which makes a detour through Elmley Castle.
Bridleway
This bridleway provides a shortcut compared to the road, which makes a detour through Elmley Castle.
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Elmley Castle is located at Grid Ref: SO9841 (Lat: 52.068634, Lng: -2.027293)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wychavon

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Elmley Castle
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Post Box
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HE Ref: 442998
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Defibrillator
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Bench
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Leisure: picnic_table
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Post Office
Elmley Castle Mobile Post Office Service
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Fire Hydrant
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Grit Bin
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Bench
Backrest: yes
Direction: 289
Inscription: In loving memory of Ann Sharpe 1940 - 2022
Material: wood
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