Brand Green

Downs, Moorland in Herefordshire

England

Brand Green

Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills Credit: peter robinson

Brand Green is a picturesque area located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated amidst the idyllic landscape of the Downs and Moorland, this region offers a stunning combination of natural beauty and rural charm.

The Downs of Brand Green are characterized by gently rolling hills and expansive meadows, creating a serene and peaceful environment. The lush greenery of the landscape is dotted with grazing cattle and sheep, adding to the area's rustic appeal. The panoramic views from the Downs are truly breathtaking, with the undulating terrain stretching out as far as the eye can see, creating a sense of tranquility and escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Adjacent to the Downs lies the Moorland of Brand Green, which boasts a unique ecosystem and an abundance of wildlife. This heathland is covered in heather and gorse, providing a vibrant burst of color to the landscape. It is home to a variety of bird species, including skylarks and kestrels, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Brand Green is also known for its quaint villages and historic architecture. Charming cottages with thatched roofs, traditional pubs, and ancient churches can be found scattered throughout the area, adding to its timeless appeal. The local community takes great pride in preserving the heritage and character of the region, making it a welcoming destination for visitors seeking an authentic rural experience.

Overall, Brand Green offers a glimpse into the untouched beauty of the English countryside, with its Downs and Moorland providing a haven for nature lovers and those looking to unwind amidst stunning surroundings.

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Brand Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.068917/-2.3477156 or Grid Reference SO7641. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Giant's Cave, Hangman's Hill, Malvern Hills

peter robinson

Hounds on Broad Down

View north to the Herefordshire Beacon with Clutter's Cave just ahead. The Ledbury Hunt is scouring the Eastnor estate off to the left and these hounds have come up to the hilltop to check things out.

Trevor Rickard

Hound on Broad Down

A member of the Ledbury Hunt pack bounds across the top of the down. Bredon Hill and the Cotswold escarpment in the distance to the east.

Trevor Rickard

Boundary Stones, British Camp, the Malvern Hills

Two boundary markers: the right-hand one being a somewhat sunken stone and the other being a Malvern Hills Conservators' blue brick marker. They are on the ridge of the Malvern hills in the saddle between Herefordshire Beacon and Millennium Hill. The iron-age hill fort known as British camp occupies both hill tops and these markers are close to the western gate to the fort.

Bob Embleton

Boundary marker, British Camp, Malvern

The blue brick marker is bears the inscription MHC 159. It was placed here by the Malvern Hills Conservators on the ridge of the hills in the saddle between Herefordshire Beacon and Millennium Hill. The peak of the latter can be seen along the well worn ridge. Just behind the marker and barely visible in this photo is a much older boundary stone in a somewhat sunken state. If one looks carefully it is possible to see the levelled hut platforms of the iron-age town on the slopes of the hill side.

Bob Embleton

Millennium Hill, Malvern Hills

The hill is the southern of two peaks included in the iron-age hill fort known as British Camp. Almost all of the Malvern Hills is under the care of the Malvern Hills Conservators and is open to the public and very popular with dog walkers.

Bob Embleton

Wake detection, British Camp reservoir

The ducks were almost invisible (to my eyes), but with the sun at the right angle the wake indicates their location. The reservoir is no longer used as a water supply, but it remains as an iconic reminder of Victorian engineering and it is also a picturesque scene

Bob Embleton

Boundary Stones, British Camp, the Malvern Hills

The county boundary making use of the iron-age defensive ditch. The stone marker is older and the blue brick is a Malvern Hills Conservator marker.

Bob Embleton

British Camp reservoir from high above

Richard Law

Shire Ditch and the path onto Millennium Hill

Richard Law

Shire Ditch running north

Looking north from the ditch on Hangman's Hill, across Broad Down and up towards Millennium Hill

Richard Law

Northwards from the summit of Millennium Hill

Towards the earthworks and fort on the Herefordshire Beacon.

Richard Law

British Camp, Malvern Hills

The iron-age hill-fort occupies Millennium Hill on the left and Herefordshire Beacon on the right. Little Malvern with its Priory Church is nestled beneath the hills.

Bob Embleton

Iron- age defences, British Camp, the Malvern Hills

The upper two defences are mostly flattened and may have become redundant after the third (lower) ditch and bank was constructed when the hill-fort was enlarged to include Millennium Hill to the south. Beyond is the very fertile Severn Plain extending to the Cotswolds and the Vale of Evesham.

Bob Embleton

Clutter's Cave in Pillow Lava

The exposed rock is said to be a good example of "pillow lava". The rock is in the form of small pillows created by lava cooling quickly under the sea. Link

The cave is also known as the Giant's Cave, but is far too small.

Bob Embleton

Steps to British Camp

The southern end of British Camp on Millennium Hill. The route way is very popular so steps have had to be constructed to protect the hills from excessive erosion.

Bob Embleton

The top of Millennium Hill

Inside the Iron Age hill-fort known as British Camp. Millennium Hill was one of the unnamed peaks until it was given the name in a short ceremony at mid-summer 2000.

Bob Embleton