Huntsbridge

Settlement in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Huntsbridge

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

Huntsbridge is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated in the West Midlands region, it lies approximately 7 miles south of the city of Worcester. The village is nestled along the banks of the River Severn, offering picturesque views and a tranquil atmosphere.

With a population of around 500 residents, Huntsbridge is known for its tight-knit community and friendly atmosphere. The village is characterized by its charming cottages and well-maintained gardens, which give it a quintessential English countryside feel. The surrounding landscape is predominantly rural, with rolling green fields and meadows stretching out in all directions.

Despite its small size, Huntsbridge boasts a number of amenities to cater to its residents. The village has a primary school, a community hall, and a local pub, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, the village has a small convenience store, providing essentials and groceries to the local community.

Huntsbridge is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities via the road network. The A44 road runs through the village, linking it to Worcester and Evesham, while the nearby M5 motorway provides easy access to Birmingham and Gloucester. The village also benefits from regular bus services, offering convenient transportation options for residents who commute or wish to explore the surrounding area.

Overall, Huntsbridge offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still providing access to essential amenities and nearby urban centers.

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Huntsbridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.038745/-2.3317217 or Grid Reference SO7737. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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

peter robinson

Hollybush Hill from the A438

Peter Whatley

A438 at Hollybush

Peter Whatley

Hollybush crossroads, A438

Peter Whatley

A438 near Coombegreen Common

Peter Whatley

A438 descends toward Rye Cross

Peter Whatley

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

Lane across Castlemorton Common

Long straight lane heading towards Hollybush. Popular route for weekend picnics as it is possible to park on many of the green spaces.

Trevor Rickard

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

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

Track across Castlemorton Common

Heading east towards Bowling Green.

Trevor Rickard

Scrubland at Castlemorton Common

View east with Bredon Hill just visible on the horizon. The evening sun highlights the mixture of rough grazing, gorse and scrub in this more inaccessible part of the common.

Trevor Rickard