Clent Hills

Clent Hills is a chain of peaks in Worcestershire, with Walton Hill and Clent Hill connected by wooded slopes and the Saint Kenelm's Pass between them. The landscape features forests, grassland, and several viewpoints accessible from different trails.

In 1588, a beacon fire on Clent Hill served as a communication point during the Spanish Armada threat, part of a network of warning fires across the Midlands. This method of signaling was crucial for alerting communities to danger.

The Four Stones at the summit were built in the 1770s as an artistic creation commissioned by Lord Lyttleton. They frame views across the valley and give visitors a landmark to gather around while taking in the surroundings.

Visitors typically access the hills through Nimmings Wood car park, which offers multiple starting points for walks across the terrain. Well-marked paths make it possible to explore at different pace and ability levels.

The ancient beech pollards in Horses Mane Woodland date back around 250 years and now shelter numerous bird species and forest creatures. These gnarled trees quietly show how the woodland has changed over centuries.

Location: Worcestershire

Location: West Midlands

Elevation above the sea: 315 m

GPS coordinates: 52.41527,-2.08670

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:25