Hollybush

Settlement in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Hollybush

The Eastnor Obelisk View to the Eastnor Obelisk viewed from Hangman&#039;s Hill in the Malvern Hills. — The Eastnor Obelisk Credit: Philip Halling

Hollybush is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Redditch, it is nestled in the heart of the picturesque countryside. With a population of around 800 residents, Hollybush offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its natural beauty, surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming woodland areas. It is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling routes available to explore the surrounding countryside.

Despite its small size, Hollybush has a few amenities to cater to its residents' needs. These include a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school. Additionally, the nearby town of Redditch offers a wider range of facilities, including shops, supermarkets, and leisure activities.

Hollybush is well-connected to neighboring areas via a network of roads, making it easily accessible for visitors and commuters. The village also benefits from regular bus services that connect it to Redditch and other nearby towns.

In terms of history, Hollybush has a rich heritage, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century. The village has managed to retain its traditional charm, with a mix of old and new properties blending seamlessly into the picturesque landscape.

Overall, Hollybush offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat, while still providing convenient access to nearby amenities and transport links.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.028612/-2.34687 or Grid Reference SO7636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Eastnor Obelisk

View to the Eastnor Obelisk viewed from Hangman's Hill in the Malvern Hills.

Philip Halling

Springtime woodland

Springtime woodland in the Malvern Hills. The Eastnor Obelisk can be seen in the middle distance.

Philip Halling

Hollybush Hill

It can be quite hard to imagine that 2000 years ago this quiet spot was part of a busy town - the Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort. Excavations in the late 1960s by Stan Stanford showed the area full of small building plots. Each plot had been reused time and time again over the centuries suggesting continuous occupation. The buildings used four posts arranged in a square - not at all like the round huts usually depicted for this era. Evidence for similar square buildings have been found in other so called "hill-forts" in Herefordshire and the Welsh Marches

Bob Embleton

North gate of Midsummer Hill iron-age hill-fort

Looking north along the Malvern Hills. Another hill-fort occupies Herefordshire Beacon on the left. Straight ahead are three overlapping peaks of Pinnacle Hill (north and south) and Black Hill. In the far distance one can just make out Worcestershire Beacon in the haze.

Bob Embleton

The shelter on Midsummer Hill

The shelter was built by the owners of Eastnor Castle and the hill. In 1923 the hill was given to the National Trust in memory of Captain Reginald Somers Cocks, MC who died in the first world war.

Bob Embleton

Hillfort ditch on Midsummer Hill

Looking north-west from Midsummer Hill with the Somers Obelisk on the left and Peacock Villa on the right. A commanding view across the countryside as autumn takes a grip. The ditch just below runs around the complete top of Midsummer Hill and Hollybush Hill to enclose a large area. Less well-known than its neighbour the Hereford Beacon, but may well have been just as important in the Iron Age.

Trevor Rickard

The obelisk from Midsummer Hill

From Midsummer Hill looking west across Eastnor Park to Frith Hill above Ledbury.

Trevor Rickard

Red Deer in Eastnor Park

View north-east towards a group of deer foraging amongst the bracken. Around 200 deer roam the large area of parkland.

Trevor Rickard

Coombegreen

The view from Wendy Woodward's seat atop the hillock on Coombegreen Common. Looking out to the houses on the B4208 and those on Birts Street. SO7736 : Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombegreen Common

Bob Embleton

Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombegreen Common

The seat is at the front of the hill overlooking the Severn Plain. Behind are several commemorative trees including one dating back to 1937 for the King's Coronation. SO7736 : Plaque on Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombe Green SO7736 : Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombe Green Common SO7736 : Coombegreen

Bob Embleton

Plaque on Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombe Green

In loving memory of Wendy Woodward Died 3 March 2004 aged 90 years Enjoy the view as she did SO7736 : Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombegreen Common

Bob Embleton

Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombe Green Common

At the front of the hill overlooking the Severn Plain. SO7736 : Wendy Woodward's seat, Coombegreen Common

Bob Embleton

Hollybush Fete, Hollybush Church Hall, 2011

An auction of donated items too good for the bric-a-brac stall is taking place. On the other side of the hall the skittles competition was taking place. On this side books, CDs, a raffle. Inside the hall, Cakes, jams, produce (I bought a box of quinces for £1!) clothes, and the bric-a-brac stall. Scrummy cakes and cups of tea served in the adjoining room.

Bob Embleton

Skittles, Hollybush village fete, 2011

At the back of the church hall. The ball return guttering is still working despite slowly deteriorating over the decades.

Bob Embleton

Farmhouse at Golden Valley

One of several timber-framed houses dotted around this part of the common. Beyond to the north is the ridge of the Malvern Hills.

Trevor Rickard

'Ambleside' Castlemorton Common 2009

A large victorian house, considerably extended with matching gables, tiles and brickwork.

Jerry Fryman

Ambleside, Castlemorton Common 2011

Large Victorian House now altered and extended. Design by Josh Thomas Design House, Ledbury. Link

Jerry Fryman

Chase End Hill

Path junction on the southern end of the Malvern Hills. It is much quieter here than up at the Malvern end and the paths are grass or moss covered. The common is about to be grazed again and fencing has been put in to keep the stock in. In 2001 the Malvern Hills was closed off as part of precautions against foot and mouth disease. I can remember the feeling of being conned when I later found out that there was no livestock up at the Malvern end as the sheep kept getting out and trashing expensive gardens. There was of course no need whatsoever to close the place down and we were all caught admiring the King's dashing new threads. The cessation of grazing has encouraged sycamores as well as the more desirable succession woodlands. Chase End has been regularly mown.

Richard Webb

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Hollybush is located at Grid Ref: SO7636 (Lat: 52.028612, Lng: -2.34687)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Malvern Hills

Police Authority: West Mercia

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///gown.riverbank.chap. Near Ledbury, Herefordshire

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Booth: K6

Covered: booth

Man Made: telephone_box

Mapillary: 166305388756857

Old Phone: +44 1531 632602

Survey Date: 2020-10-15

Lat/Long: 52.0300421/-2.349139

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