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Visitors walking in the parkland at Croome, Worcestershire
Enjoy miles of walks and trails | © National Trust Images/Megan Taylor

Walking in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Find out the best walking routes at the places we care for around Herefordshire and Worcestershire, from a lakeside amble at Berrington Park to a stroll along the banks of the River Wye at The Weir Garden.

Top walks in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Clent Hills short walk 

This short walking trail to the top of Clent Hill rewards you with impressive views of the Welsh Black Mountains on a clear day, and a close look at the enigmatic Four Stones.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)
Four Stones at Clent Hills, Worcestershire

Croft Castle Pokehouse Wood walk 

A long woodland walk taking in the River Lugg – a Site of Special Scientific Interest – some ancient trees and the old bridge that was part of the original approach to the castle.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 5.5 (km: 8.8)
Under shady chestnut trees

Parkland walk at The Weir Garden 

Enjoy this short, circular walk around the parkland at The Weir Garden. Explore the rich history of the wider estate, take in parts of the priority habitat restoration project, discover a huge variety of wildlife, and enjoy the sweeping views over the Herefordshire countryside.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 1 (km: 1.6)
A wooden bench in the foreground, with hills, trees, and fields stretching backwards towards the horizon.

Croome 

Enjoy a meander through parkland, stroll by the river or explore the ruins of a castle on a walk on the wider estate at Croome.

Worcester, Worcestershire

Partially open today
The parkland at Croome

Berrington Hall 

Choose from a lakeside walk, a parkland stroll or even a mixture of the two and take in the scenery, sights and sounds of the Herefordshire countryside at Berrington Hall.

near Leominster, Herefordshire

Fully open today
A view of Berrington Hall in the sunshine, framed by some foliage from trees. There are sheep in the grass in front of the mansion.

Brockhampton 

The moated manor house may be the highlight of a walk at Brockhampton Estate, but there’s plenty to see and discover in the wider parkland. The estate covers 1,700 acres and includes dingles, streams and woodlands.

near Bromyard, Herefordshire

Partially open today
The medieval manor and Damson trees in blossom at Brockhampton Estate, Herefordshire

Croft Ambrey walk at Croft Castle 

A ramble through fields and woodland, a circuit of Croft Ambrey Iron Age hillfort, then back to your starting point via the outskirts of the picturesque Fishpool Valley.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 3 (km: 4.8)
Evening sun through trees at the top of a hill at Croft Ambrey, Croft Castle, Herefordshire

Top walks at Croft Castle 

Croft has 1,500 acres of woodland, farmland and parkland to explore. Find five waymarked walks to choose from at Croft Castle where you can fully immerse yourself in the majesty of the ancient trees and the breathtaking views across the Herefordshire countryside.

An old church framed by trees, St Michael and All Angels, Croft Castle, Herefordshire
View over the parkland towards the house at Croome, Worcestershire, with the sun setting in the sky.

Discover more in Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Rural idylls, city centre escapes and Capability Brown landscaped parklands, we're sure there's something for you in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.