Lickey Hill

Hill, Mountain in Worcestershire Bromsgrove

England

Lickey Hill

Art Deco building, 1730 Bristol Road South One of the commercial premises on the south side of the A38, with a distinctly 1920s Art Deco look to it. There is an OS benchmark cut into the brickwork low on the &#039;tower&#039; — Art Deco building, 1730 Bristol Road South Credit: Richard Law

Lickey Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in Worcestershire, England. It is classified as a hill and forms part of the Lickey Hills Country Park. Rising to an elevation of approximately 978 feet (298 meters), it offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated just south of Birmingham, Lickey Hill is easily accessible and attracts a large number of visitors throughout the year. The hill is known for its distinctive shape and lush greenery, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The Lickey Hills Country Park encompasses an area of 524 acres (212 hectares), and Lickey Hill is the highest point within this park. It is covered in a mix of woodland, heathland, and grassland, providing a diverse habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. The hill is home to numerous species of birds, mammals, and insects, making it an ideal location for wildlife spotting and birdwatching.

In addition to its natural beauty, Lickey Hill also boasts a rich history. It has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with archaeological finds indicating human activity dating back thousands of years. There are also remnants of ancient earthworks and hillforts, providing insight into the area's past.

Lickey Hill offers a range of recreational activities for visitors, including walking, hiking, cycling, and picnicking. It has a network of well-maintained trails and paths, ensuring that visitors can easily explore and enjoy the stunning landscapes.

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Lickey Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.382419/-2.0174387 or Grid Reference SO9876. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Art Deco building, 1730 Bristol Road South

One of the commercial premises on the south side of the A38, with a distinctly 1920s Art Deco look to it. There is an OS benchmark cut into the brickwork low on the 'tower'

Richard Law

OS benchmark - Longbridge, 1730 Bristol Rd South

An OS cutmark on the 'tower' part of SP0077 : Art Deco building, 1730 Bristol Road South, which was last levelled by the OS in 1956 at 180.146m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.

Richard Law

Houses west of the former motor works

A view down the intriguingly named Tinmeadow Crescent.

Richard Law

Lowhill Lane junction on the A4120 Lickey Road

Richard Law

Traffic emerging from Edgewood Road

Cars coming out onto the Lickey Road from Edgewood Road in Rednal.

Richard Law

Bridleway at Cofton Hill

At this point a public footpath intersects the bridleway which contours around Cofton Hill.

Paul Collins

Bridleway at Cofton Hill

Here, the bridleway contours around Cofton Hill at the edge of the woods.

Paul Collins

Seat on Cofton Hill

Seat on Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.

Philip Halling

Woodland footpath

Woodland footpath on the southern slopes of Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.

Philip Halling

Woodland path

Woodland path on southern slopes of the Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.

Philip Halling

The North Worcestershire Path

The North Worcestershire Path follows this footpath through farmland in the Lickey Hills.

Philip Halling

A robin perched on a brier

A robin perched on a brier beside a footpath followed by the North Worcestershire Path.

Philip Halling

View to Birmingham

View to the city of Birmingham from Cofton Hill in the Lickey Hills.

Philip Halling

Warren Lane (bridleway), Kendal End

This bridleway skirts the southern end of Cofton Hill at Lickey Hills Country Park. The photo was taken from the junction with the B4120, looking south-west.

Phil Champion

Junction of tracks, Lickey Hills Country Park

The track running to the left is the bridleway to Kendal End. The track ahead leads towards Barnt Green. Behind the photographer, this bridleway continues north to the Visitors Centre.

Phil Champion

View from Bilberry Hill towards Beacon Hill

Bilberry Hill is in the Lickey Hills Country Park. Together with its neighbours the hill is composed of Lickey Quartzite, one of the oldest rocks in the region. The Lickey Hills include some of the largest areas of bilberry and heather in the county. The hill in the distance is Beacon Hill. The open area in between is a golf course.

Phil Champion

Rednal Hill

Rednal Hill was presented to the City of Birmingham in 1888 by the Birmingham Association for the Preservation of Open Spaces. Together with land donated by the Cadbury family it forms the Lickey Hills Country Park.

Phil Champion

Toposcope, Beacon Hill

The toposcope on Beacon Hill (298m) was constructed in 1923 after Beacon Hill was donated to the City of Birmingham by the Cadbury family. The toposcope was restored in 1988. From this viewpoint on a good day 13 old counties can be seen. Going east from the summit there is no higher land at the same latitude until you reach the Ural Mountains in Russia (I've checked this using Google Earth).

Phil Champion

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Lickey Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO9876 (Lat: 52.382419, Lng: -2.0174387)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Bromsgrove

Police Authority: West Mercia