Abberley Hill

Hill, Mountain in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Abberley Hill

The Hundred House, Great Witley The name originates from when the oldest part of the building was used as the collecting house for the tithes gathered from one hundred districts in the country. — The Hundred House, Great Witley Credit: Richard Rogerson

Abberley Hill is a prominent landmark located in the county of Worcestershire, England. It is part of the Malvern Hills range, which stretches across the border of Worcestershire and Herefordshire. Rising to an elevation of 285 meters (935 feet), Abberley Hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

This hill is easily accessible and attracts visitors from near and far due to its natural beauty and historical significance. It is a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers alike. The hill is covered in lush green vegetation, including a variety of trees and wildflowers, making it a haven for local wildlife.

At the summit of Abberley Hill, there is a trig point, which serves as a marker for surveying purposes. From this vantage point, visitors can admire the stunning vistas that stretch across the Worcestershire countryside, with the Malvern Hills visible in the distance.

Abberley Hill also holds historical significance. At its base, there is the picturesque village of Abberley, known for its charming cottages and St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The hill has been a site of human activity for centuries, with evidence of Iron Age settlements and Roman occupation in the vicinity.

Overall, Abberley Hill is a captivating natural landmark that combines stunning views, rich biodiversity, and a touch of history. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful escape in the heart of Worcestershire.

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Abberley Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.302597/-2.3654123 or Grid Reference SO7567. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Hundred House, Great Witley

The name originates from when the oldest part of the building was used as the collecting house for the tithes gathered from one hundred districts in the country.

Richard Rogerson

Oil seed rape crop at Great Witley

Looking north-east up to the wooded dome of Abberley Hill. The crop is at full height and in full flower. The farmer has not provided a route to follow the public footpath across the field to the right to reach the Hundred House Hotel, so the walker is left with no choice but to wade along the field margins between the rape and cow parsley.

Trevor Rickard

Clock Tower, Abberley

A Victorian clock tower designed by James Piers St Aubyn.

N Chadwick

Gates, Abberley

The main entrance to Abberley Hall (now a school, SO7466 : Abberley Hall School, Walsgrove & Woodbury Hills). An impressive ensemble, with piers topped in different ways, the central pair crowned by naked boys. All likely to be by James Piers St Aubyn, c1883, who had enlarged the house. Grade II listed.

Stephen Richards

Abberley Clock Tower

The Clock Tower was built in 1884 and is 161ft high. During the Second World War, it became a Home Guard observation post, reporting enemy aircraft making for Birmingham.

Paul Brooker