Holy Well, Malvern

The Holy Well of Malvern is a Grade II listed structure featuring a basin fed by natural spring water and surrounded by decorative stonework. The construction sits at roughly 2,600 feet (790 meters) on the Malvern Hills.

This water source originates in medieval times, with the first documented ownership transfer recorded in 1558 to John Hornyold. From the 17th century onward, water was systematically collected and moved off-site, establishing it as an early commercial water operation.

The site draws people who come to fill containers with spring water, continuing a tradition that has shaped how locals and visitors connect with this place. This everyday practice keeps a centuries-old relationship with the water alive and visible.

The site is open year-round and visitors can drink the spring water on-site or collect it to take away. Plan to bring a container and be prepared for the elevated location on the hillside.

The site is credited as the birthplace of commercial water bottling, with documented operations beginning in 1622. This makes it a surprisingly early example of industrial water processing in Europe.

Location: Malvern Wells

GPS coordinates: 52.07890,-2.33657

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:06