Stonehall Common

Downs, Moorland in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Stonehall Common

Wadborough Road near Stoulton
Wadborough Road near Stoulton Credit: Ian S

Stonehall Common is a picturesque area located in Worcestershire, England. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, consisting of both downs and moorland landscapes. Covering an expansive area, Stonehall Common offers visitors a diverse range of scenery and habitats to explore.

The downs of Stonehall Common are characterized by rolling hills covered in grass and scattered with wildflowers. These open spaces provide breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, making it a popular spot for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The downs are also home to a variety of wildlife, including rabbits, foxes, and various bird species.

In contrast, the moorland of Stonehall Common offers a different kind of beauty. Here, visitors will find expansive stretches of heather-covered terrain, interspersed with patches of boggy ground and small pools. This unique landscape attracts a range of bird species, such as the red grouse and the Eurasian curlew. The moorland is also home to rare plants, including cotton grass and bilberry.

Stonehall Common is a haven for outdoor activities, with numerous footpaths and trails crisscrossing the area. It provides ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and birdwatching. The common is well-maintained, with designated picnic areas and parking facilities, making it easily accessible for visitors.

Overall, Stonehall Common offers a captivating natural environment that showcases the beauty of Worcestershire's countryside. With its downs and moorland landscapes, it provides a tranquil escape for those seeking solace in nature and a chance to immerse themselves in the stunning surroundings.

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Stonehall Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.139716/-2.1734677 or Grid Reference SO8849. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wadborough Road near Stoulton
Wadborough Road near Stoulton
Grassland near Wadborough Farm
Grassland near Wadborough Farm
Cow parsley and farmland A view over farmland in springtime towards Stoulton.
Cow parsley and farmland
A view over farmland in springtime towards Stoulton.
Wadborough Road Wadborough Road between Wadborough and Stoulton.
Wadborough Road
Wadborough Road between Wadborough and Stoulton.
Railway at Abbotswood Class 66 No 66506 hauls a train of scrap metal for South Wales past Abbotswood. This freight train was operated by Freightliner. Just to the north of this location is Abbotswood Junction where the line divides for Worcester and Bromsgrove [direct route]. The signal for the junction can be seen to the left of the locomotive.
Railway at Abbotswood
Class 66 No 66506 hauls a train of scrap metal for South Wales past Abbotswood. This freight train was operated by Freightliner. Just to the north of this location is Abbotswood Junction where the line divides for Worcester and Bromsgrove [direct route]. The signal for the junction can be seen to the left of the locomotive.
Railway Cutting and line at Abbotswood A Virgin Voyager train heads south by Abbotswood, having passed through a cutting and beneath the bridge from which the photograph was taken.
Railway Cutting and line at Abbotswood
A Virgin Voyager train heads south by Abbotswood, having passed through a cutting and beneath the bridge from which the photograph was taken.
M5 southbound near Green Street
M5 southbound near Green Street
Bridge over M5 from Kempsey to Kempsey Common
Bridge over M5 from Kempsey to Kempsey Common
M5 northbound from under Green Street Bridge The M5 crosses a wide valley of a small stream before passing through a shallow cutting after about 500 metres
M5 northbound from under Green Street Bridge
The M5 crosses a wide valley of a small stream before passing through a shallow cutting after about 500 metres
Bridle way Looking back to the start of a path that has wonderful views to the Malverns
Bridle way
Looking back to the start of a path that has wonderful views to the Malverns
Littleworth Allotments
Littleworth Allotments
Sportsfield, Littleworth Sportsfield and club house at Littleworth.
Sportsfield, Littleworth
Sportsfield and club house at Littleworth.
Arable land at Pirton View across arable land from Hill Road at Pirton.  The view stretches to Wadborough which is on the horizon.
Arable land at Pirton
View across arable land from Hill Road at Pirton. The view stretches to Wadborough which is on the horizon.
Footpath to Wadborough Stile on a footpath to Wadborough, pictured here from Hill Road, the same stile as pictured in 2005 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/22490">SO8847 : Footpath from Hill Road, Pirton to Wadborough</a>
Footpath to Wadborough
Stile on a footpath to Wadborough, pictured here from Hill Road, the same stile as pictured in 2005 SO8847 : Footpath from Hill Road, Pirton to Wadborough
Country road at Pirton Country road approaching the village of Pirton.
Country road at Pirton
Country road approaching the village of Pirton.
M5 southbound near Green Street
M5 southbound near Green Street
Footpath near Abbotswood
Footpath near Abbotswood
Houses at Abbotswood
Houses at Abbotswood
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Stonehall Common is located at Grid Ref: SO8849 (Lat: 52.139716, Lng: -2.1734677)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Malvern Hills

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Stonehall Common-The Fruiterer's Arms
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Fruiterer's Arms
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Post Box
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The Inn at Stonehall
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Stonehall
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Stonehall Pumping Station
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Stonehall
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Stonehall Farm
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