Commons east of The Malverns

Ross-on-Wye Group

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Overview

Visiting Castlemorton and Hollybed commons, this walk, full of variety passes through fields, small woods and along quiet tracks. An opportunity to visit the church at Hollybush and Little Malvern Priory as well as an interesting topiary treat! All slopes are fairly moderate. Several stiles. Bring a packed lunch and refreshments. No dogs.

For those wishing to car share, we will be leaving Wilton Road car park in Ross at 9:15
To book a place on this walk, please text or WhatsApp Mark on 07969 353203
Map available in website link below.

Saturday, 7 March 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:: 198.1m / 650ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IiHeoRDwzgoDdB_ei96bHFlxOp351sJB/view?usp=drive_link

Features

Car parking available
Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 76860 36671
Nearest postcode:: HR8 1EX
what3words:: little.hence.coil

Start time:: 10:00 am

All Saints Church, Hollybush. Please park considerately in the parking area in front of the church. A small donation to the church would be most welcome. There is a donation box just inside the building.

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