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SUMMARY:Family Fun Day (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Malverns this early May bank holiday to explore the dozens of imaginatively dressed wells\, springs and spouts\, all inspired by the 2026 theme\, birds. Most wells\, both around the town and on the hills\, will be dressed from 2 – 10 May. \nAlso on Monday\, visitors can enjoy a fun-packed day with music\, ceremonies\, activities\, art and culture to savour. \nLive music & ceremonies\nBelle Vue Island\, Great Malvern\n11am: String Box Duo\n12pm: Nothin’ But Dust\n1pm: Molly Gone Mad\n2pm: Well Dressing prize-giving ceremony\n2.45pm: Nothin’ But Dust \nFree activities & events\nMalvern Museum\, Priory Gatehouse\, Abbey Road\n10.30am – 4pm\n‘Bird spotting’ trail (visit the Malvern Museum website for full visitor information) \nLittle Olive’s\, 36 Belle Vue Terrace\n10am – 11am\, 11.30am – 12.30pm\, 1pm – 2pm\, 2.30pm – 3.30pm\nTaster sessions (please pre-book online) \n\nTo book your slot\, please visit the Little Olive’s website.\nPlease select the date 4 of May\, choose Events\, then the time you would like to attend. Once the numbers of the party have been selected\, carry on to payment and enter the discount code WATER. This will remove any charge and confirm your booking.\n\n\nClick here: Date – Little Olive’s Play Cafe Ltd\n\nMalvern Community Art Therapy Studio\, 28-30 Belle Vue Terrace\n10am – 4pm\n‘Fancy birds’ drop-in workshop \nCreative Clay\, Well Springs Studios\, 30 Belle Vue Terrace\n10am – 10.30am\, 11am – 11.30am\, 12pm – 12.30pm\, 1.30pm – 2pm\, 2.30pm – 3pm\, 3.30pm – 4pm\nClay bird workshop \nMuseum of Fashion\, 32A Belle Vue Terrace\nOpen 10am – 4pm \nStudio One\, Malvern Theatres\, Grange Road (access from Grange Road\, not Priory Park)\n10am – 4pm\n‘Spirit of Malvern’ pop-up exhibition by Creatives Connect (50 local artists and makers) \nThe Lyttelton Well\, 6 Church Street\n2.45pm & 3.30pm\nThree Weeks in Wet Sheets performed by the Malvern Theatre Players
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/family-fun-day-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Town Centre\, Great Malvern\, Malvern\, Worcestershire\, WR14 2AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Craft,Exhibition,Family,Festival,Free,Malvern,Music
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SUMMARY:Drop-in Workshops at Aetheria (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Malvern Water and Well Dressing Festival at Aetheria Gallery and Studio this May\, as the gallery showcases local artists’ work with a water theme. \nCome along on Monday 4 May for drop-in workshops from 10.30am – 3pm in the studio. \nCome and try something simple\, calming and a little bit magical. \nGet hands-on and learn how to:\n• use water and colour to create a small folded artwork booklet for your bookshelf\n• craft your own wire-wrapped ring\n• try your hand at watercolour pencils \nWorkshop prices are £5 for children and £15 for adults\, per session\, to include all materials and guidance by the artist. \nNo experience is needed and will be tailored to each person’s ability. \nEach session should last about 20 minutes and can be booked on a drop-in basis on the day\, or in advance in person in the gallery or by phone. \nTo book in advance\, please email: info@aetheriagalleryandstudio.co.uk or phone the gallery during opening hours on 07195 278595.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/drop-in-workshops-at-aetheria-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Aetheria Gallery & Studio\, 3 Edith Walk\, Malvern\, WR14 4QH
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Craft,Exhibition,Family,Festival,Malvern
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SUMMARY:'Fancy Birds' Workshop (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Malvern Art Therapy is running a free ‘Fancy Birds’ workshop from 10am – 4pm. This drop-in event is offered free of charge and is suitable for all.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/fancy-birds-workshop-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Malvern Community Art Therapy\, 28 - 30 Belle Vue Terrace\, Malvern\, WR14 4PZ
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Craft,Family,Festival,Free,Malvern
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SUMMARY:Malvern Museum of Fashion (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival)
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival celebrations\, Malvern Museum of Fashion will be open throughout the day on Monday 4 May 2026 (10am – 4pm). Entry to the museum is free.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-museum-of-fashion-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival/
LOCATION:Museum of Fashion\, 32A Belle Vue Terrace\, Malvern\, WR14 4PZ
CATEGORIES:Festival,Free,Malvern
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SUMMARY:Live Music on Belle Vue Island (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy free live music on bank holiday Monday on Belle Vue Island in Great Malvern\, with performances by String Box Duo (11am)\, Nothin’ But Dust (12pm & 2.45pm) and Molly Gone Mad (1pm).  \nBetween two of the sets\, the prize-giving ceremony will take place at 2pm to recognise the hard work and creativity of this year’s well dressers.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/live-music-on-belle-vue-island-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Belle Vue Island\, Belle Vue Terrace\, Malvern\, WR14 4PZ
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival,Free,Malvern,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T140000
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SUMMARY:Well Dressing Prize Giving in Great Malvern (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Prizes for the best dressed wells\, celebrating the achievements of the hundreds of creative local well dressers\, will be given out in the presentation on Belle Vue Island at 2pm. \nAlso as part of the Family Fun Day\, visitors can enjoy music\, craft activities\, theatrical performances\, art exhibition and children’s trail\, further details of which are available here.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/well-dressing-prize-giving-in-great-malvern/
LOCATION:Belle Vue Island\, Belle Vue Terrace\, Malvern\, WR14 4PZ
CATEGORIES:Children,Community,Craft,Family,Festival,Free,History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260504T160000
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SUMMARY:Restoring Ancient Wells by Charlotte Emily Rose (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Malvern Spa Association is excited to be joined by guest Charlotte Emily Rose all the way from Kinsale\, Ireland\, for a passionate\, inspirational talk about her mission to restore ancient wells around the globe. \nTickets: £5 + booking fee – book online via the Malvern Cube website
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/restoring-ancient-wells-by-charlotte-emily-rose/
LOCATION:Malvern Cube\, WR14 2YF
CATEGORIES:Festival,Talk,Upton upon Severn
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260506T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
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SUMMARY:Hellensmusic 2026
DESCRIPTION:Hellensmusic\, held in the Great Barn at Hellens as well as the local church and pub in the village of Much Marcle\, is a classical music festival that strives to bring the finest music-making to the heart of rural Herefordshire and to create an environment where all – concertgoers\, local schoolchildren\, aspiring musicians\, world-class artists – are warmly encouraged to explore\, be curious and enjoy music to the fullest! \nThis year’s festival runs from 6 – 10 May and\, as in previous years\, the organisers’ dream is to bring you world music with soloists you have known in the past\, and wonderful new artists\, with a great bunch of gifted students from all over the place to show and share how it is done\, and what it takes! \nPlease note that although the location is listed on this page as Hellens and most events do take place there\, some are at St Bartholomew’s Church or The Walwyn Arms. \nFor more information\, full programme (when available) and booking\, visit the Hellensmusic website.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/hellensmusic-2026/
LOCATION:Hellens\, Much Marcle\, HR8 2LY
CATEGORIES:Concert,Festival,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T173000
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SUMMARY:RHS Malvern Spring Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:RHS Malvern Spring Festival opens the UK’s horticultural calendar\, attracting gardening enthusiasts nationwide for the ultimate Spring celebration of plants\, gardens\, and outdoor living. Visitors can explore breathtaking RHS-judged Show Gardens and enjoy exciting talks and demos from renowned personalities and gardening experts across the talk theatres. This\, combined with a brand-new judged category “Blooming Borders”\, inspires creativity for green spaces at home. Returning this year is the region’s largest “Festival of Houseplants”\, featuring the popular Indoor Plant Gardens\, sparking ideas for indoor gardening and interior design flair. The festival is also home to the bustling Floral Marquee\, filled with expert growers offering valuable advice\, and specialist nurseries displaying beautiful\, unique flowers and plants. With hundreds of shopping stands\, delicious food and drink\, plus plenty of family activities\, it’s an unforgettable day out for all. \nTickets are available to purchase from Malvern Tourist Information Centre and are also available to book online now.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/rhs-malvern-spring-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Three Counties Showground\, WR13 6NW
CATEGORIES:Festival,Garden,Showground
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SUMMARY:Cradley – A Historic Village
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Herefordshire Histories Festival\, various events are taking place in the historic village of Cradley\, located in beautiful rolling countryside on the western edge of the Malvern Hills National Landscape. \nOn 9\, 10\, 23 & 25 May\, between 1pm and 5pm\, visit Cradley Village Hall to see the exhibition ‘Cradley Through the Ages’ and to learn more about the oldest village hall in Herefordshire and the local history resources available there. \nOn 9\, 10\, 23 & 25 May\, at 2pm\, guided tours of the church (St. James the Great) and churchyard will take place. \nOn 9 & 10 May only\, at 3.15pm\, join a guided walk through historic Cradley. \nRefreshments will be available in Cradley Village Hall all afternoon.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/cradley-a-historic-village/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Cradley Church\, Rectory Lane\, Cradley\, WR13 5LH
CATEGORIES:Community,Exhibition,Festival,History,Walks
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SUMMARY:Well Blessing (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 2026 Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival\, there will be a series of well blessings taking place between 2 & 10 May. \nSaturday 2 May\, 4.45am\nDawn Ceremony at Dripping Well (Rushey Valley\, SE side of Worcestershire Beacon) with Jonathan Penley and Ruana Xerri-West of the Song of Now CIC. Meet at 4.45am in front of St Ann’s Well to walk up to Dripping Well as a group. You are encouraged to participate in the ceremony – e\,g\, bring an offering\, such as a flower or pebble for the spring\, and maybe a poem to read\, or a song to sing. Total time: approximately 1 hour. \nSaturday 2 May\, 9am\nBlessing at St James’s Church Spring\, West Malvern\, with Revd. Nicholas Menon \nSaturday 2 May\, 4pm\nBlessing at Malvhina on Belle Vue Island\, Great Malvern\, with Revd. Roger Latham (Great Malvern Priory) \nSunday 3 May\, 11am\nBeautiful music at St Ann’s Well with Ray Mytton \nCANCELLED Sunday 3 May\, 3pm\nBlessing at Hayslad\, West Malvern Road\, with the Druids \nSaturday 10 May\, 10am\n‘Birdsong Singalong’ around the pond with The Song of Now CIC at St Ann’s Well \nSunday 10 May\, 3pm\nBuddhist Ceremony at the Clock Tower\, North Malvern Road
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/well-blessing-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival-2026/2026-05-10/1/
CATEGORIES:Community,Festival,Free
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SUMMARY:Cradley – A Historic Village
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Herefordshire Histories Festival\, various events are taking place in the historic village of Cradley\, located in beautiful rolling countryside on the western edge of the Malvern Hills National Landscape. \nOn 9\, 10\, 23 & 25 May\, between 1pm and 5pm\, visit Cradley Village Hall to see the exhibition ‘Cradley Through the Ages’ and to learn more about the oldest village hall in Herefordshire and the local history resources available there. \nOn 9\, 10\, 23 & 25 May\, at 2pm\, guided tours of the church (St. James the Great) and churchyard will take place. \nOn 9 & 10 May only\, at 3.15pm\, join a guided walk through historic Cradley. \nRefreshments will be available in Cradley Village Hall all afternoon.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/cradley-a-historic-village/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Cradley Church\, Rectory Lane\, Cradley\, WR13 5LH
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SUMMARY:Well Blessing (Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival 2026)
DESCRIPTION:As part of the 2026 Malvern Water & Well Dressing Festival\, there will be a series of well blessings taking place between 2 & 10 May. \nSaturday 2 May\, 4.45am\nDawn Ceremony at Dripping Well (Rushey Valley\, SE side of Worcestershire Beacon) with Jonathan Penley and Ruana Xerri-West of the Song of Now CIC. Meet at 4.45am in front of St Ann’s Well to walk up to Dripping Well as a group. You are encouraged to participate in the ceremony – e\,g\, bring an offering\, such as a flower or pebble for the spring\, and maybe a poem to read\, or a song to sing. Total time: approximately 1 hour. \nSaturday 2 May\, 9am\nBlessing at St James’s Church Spring\, West Malvern\, with Revd. Nicholas Menon \nSaturday 2 May\, 4pm\nBlessing at Malvhina on Belle Vue Island\, Great Malvern\, with Revd. Roger Latham (Great Malvern Priory) \nSunday 3 May\, 11am\nBeautiful music at St Ann’s Well with Ray Mytton \nCANCELLED Sunday 3 May\, 3pm\nBlessing at Hayslad\, West Malvern Road\, with the Druids \nSaturday 10 May\, 10am\n‘Birdsong Singalong’ around the pond with The Song of Now CIC at St Ann’s Well \nSunday 10 May\, 3pm\nBuddhist Ceremony at the Clock Tower\, North Malvern Road
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/well-blessing-malvern-water-well-dressing-festival-2026/2026-05-10/2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Festival,Free
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SUMMARY:Blue Tit's 40th Birthday Party
DESCRIPTION:Blue Tit’s 40th Birthday Party Festival is an enormous Land Rover Festival\, based at Eastnor Castle\, near Ledbury and Malvern\, and taking place on 16 May 2026. Hosted by Instagram’s own @overintherover\, the festival unites enthusiasts\, explorers\, and adventurers from across the country. This festival is perfect for the classic Land Rover lovers\, overlanders\, adventurers and is also a brilliant family day out. More than just a car show\, it’s a festival for the car community\, built around fun and silliness. \nTo help celebrate Blue Tit’s 40th birthday\, festival-goers can enjoy iconic vehicles\, live music\, British fête games\, dog shows and unforgettable moments. From Land Rover nerds to those who smile when an old car dodders past\, all are welcome! \nTickets are available to book online now.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/blue-tits-40th-birthday-party/
LOCATION:Eastnor Deer Park\, HR8 1EN
CATEGORIES:Automotive,Drink,Family,Festival,Food,Malvern,Music
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SUMMARY:Malvern Walking Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Malvern’s annual walking festival returns\, running from Saturday 16 May to Monday 25 May 2026\, with more than 60 walks over 10 days with all sorts of topics\, lengths and difficulty. \nAs in previous years\, the choice is wide\, from short local strolls to long distance multi-day walks and including morning\, afternoon\, evening and all-day walks. \nEach walk is graded\, from gentle to strenuous\, so no one need let themselves in for more (or less) than they can handle. \nVisit the Malvern Walking Festival website for more information (full details walks for the 2026 Festival will be available to view and to book from 19th January).
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-walking-festival-2025/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
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UID:10022273-1778922000-1779210000@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Exploring the Wye Valley 16-19 May 2026 (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:The route will be a series of walks exploring the Woolhope Dome area and the River Wye between Mordiford and Ross on Wye. This is a very scenic area with an interesting geological history and consequently a varied flora and fauna. The walks will include many hills\, each about 100m ascent / descent along with stretches beside the River Wye. We will pass through ancient woodlands\, flower rich meadows and places of interest on our journey with plenty of opportunities to stop and admire the views. \nPlease bring all the food and drink that you need each day as there are very few shops on route. \nBrief outline of route\nSaturday 16th May – How Caple – Sollers Hope – Woolhope – Checkley – Mordiford\nSunday 17th May – Mordiford – Fownhope – Brockhampton – How Caple\nMonday 18th May – Mordiford – Holme Lacy – Ballingham – Hoarworthy – King’s Caple\nTuesday 19th May – How Caple – King’s Caple – Sellack – Foy – Ross on Wye \n\n\n\n\nDistance:\n10 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n7 hours per day\n\n\nDifficulty:\nTrail\n\n\nDate:\n16th May 2026 – 19th May 2026\n\n\nStart time:\n9:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nTim Lawrence\n\n\nStart location:\nMalvern Link Top car park (Free)\nNewtown Road\, Malvern\nWR14 1PD\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 774470\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nsofa.panels.star\n\n\nFurther details:\nAdditional parking is available nearby in Moorlands Road and Hornyold Road. Nearest railway station is Malvern Link\, about 1km away. Bus stop for the 44 bus is opposite car park.\n\n\n\n£85.00
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/exploring-the-wye-valley-16-19-may-2026/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Malvern,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T123000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
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UID:10022274-1778925600-1778934600@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:A Commoner’s Circular (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Starting from the Plume of Feathers\, we cross Castlemorton Common to Hancocks Lane\, then across fields to Little Malvern Priory (brief visit possible). We then head for Watery Lane and Upper Welland. \nAssart’s Lane takes us through the St.Wulstan’s Estate to the Nature Reserve. A possible short break for refreshments (bring your own) will be followed by taking a track through woods out onto a path across fields back towards Marlbank Road. Crossing the road we skirt round fields and a vineyard before taking a track leading us back to cross the Common and return to the Pub. \nFood and refreshments should be available at the Pub on our return. \n\n\n\nDistance:\n5.5 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n2.5 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nModerate\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nIan Flanders (Powick Ramblers)\n\n\nStart location:\nCar Park at the Plume of Feathers\nGloucester Road\,\nCastlemorton\nWR136JB\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 786391\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nsleep.mammals.tortoises\n\n\nFurther details:\nCar park in front of Plume of Feathers.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/a-commoners-circular-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250106T112556Z
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UID:10017506-1778925600-1778936400@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:The Beauty of Bringsty\, the Bromyard Downs and the Brockhampton Parkland  (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:From Bringsty Common\, we pass the early C18th thatched inn ‘Live and Let Live’ before we move through Bringsty Common and an ancient orchard as we head towards the historic Bromyard Downs where we can not only enjoy panoramic views but also the amazing wildflower meadows famous for the common spotted and marsh orchids. On our return\, we pass Warren Farm before we approach the All Saints Church and walk through Brockhampton estate with its ancient parkland. \n£6.00 \nOptional refreshment at the end of walk at the early 18th century thatched Inn ‘Live & Let Live’ on Bringsty Common. \n\n\n\nDistance:\n6 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n3 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nModerate\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nFrances Van Rompaey (Powick Ramblers)\n\n\nStart location:\nMeet at the bus shelter on Bringsty Common – near the ‘Live and Let Live’ pub sign.\nA44 – Bringsty Common\nWR6 5UJ\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 698550\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nfinger.deaf.frostbite\n\n\nFurther details:\nParking available on Bringsty Common by the bus shelter.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/bringsty-common-and-surroundings/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20260119T160718Z
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UID:10022275-1778925600-1778936400@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Pershore & the River Avon (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:An initial meander along the River Avon before branching off into Tiddesley woods. Good views of Pershore and the surrounding countryside from the highest point of the walk. Mostly flat with two slight slopes and one flight of steps. 18 gates but no stiles. \n\n\n\nDistance:\n5 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n3 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nModerate\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nPeter Reynolds (Ombersley Social Strollers)\n\n\nStart location:\nPershore Bridges Picnic Place\nBridge Street\nPershore\nWR10 1AT\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 953451\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nframework.awaited.clash\n\n\nFurther details:\nParking at the two bridges picnic place.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/pershore-the-river-avon-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
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UID:10017466-1778925600-1778943600@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Beautiful Cotswold Villages (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:This walk takes you through three of the most picturesque villages in the Cotswolds (Broadway\, Snowshill and Stanton) with splendid views over hilltops\, down valleys and through shaded woods. \nThe walk starts from the Milestone Ground Car Park in Broadway\, heads south to Snowshill\, west to Stanton before returning to Broadway. 12 stiles and up and down of 1\,400 feet. \nYou’ll need a packed lunch\, plenty to drink and suitable clothing and footwear for all weathers. \n\n\n\nDistance:\n9.5 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n5 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nHard\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nDavid Mann (Wyre Forest Ramblers & Malvern Hills District Footpath Society)\n\n\nStart location:\nMilestone Ground Car Park\nChildswickham Road\nBroadway\nWR12 7HA\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSP 090 377\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nfallback.shoving.expect\n\n\nFurther details:\nParking costs £4. There are good toilets at the car park.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/beautiful-cotswold-villages-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250104T144921Z
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UID:10017482-1778925600-1778950800@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Springs and Wells of the Malvern Hills (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:The walk starts and finishes at North Malvern Quarry car park. There are sections of steep ascent and descent\, and some section are rocky and require scrambling. The route takes in some of Malverns springs and wells and also the Worcestershire Beacon. Up and down 2\,800 feet. \nPlease bring snacks\, drinks and a packed lunch. You will need suitable clothing and waterproofs if the weather requires. \n\n\n\nDistance:\n10 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n7 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nHard\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nKirsty Johnson (Do Be Do Forest Therapy)\n\n\nStart location:\nNorth Malvern Quarry Car Park\nNorth Malvern Road\nMalvern\nWR14 4LT\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 771469\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nquibble.entrusted.create\n\n\nFurther details:\nCar parking is free for permit holders\, otherwise £5.50 per day. There is also on-road parking on nearby street.\nMalvern Link Station 1.4 miles\nGreat Malvern station 1.5 miles
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/springs-and-wells-of-the-malvern-hills-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T153000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20260119T162627Z
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UID:10022276-1778927400-1778945400@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Battle of Worcester 1651 (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:River walk but one short sharp ascent at the end. The walk starts at Powick Bridge where the first battle of the Civil War (1642 – 1651) was fought. We then follow the River Teme along the Monarch’s Way & across the battlefields to join the River Severn. It was at this point that Oliver Cromwell built his ‘bridge of boats’ to cross the Severn and confront the Royalist army. We then continue into Worcester and pass the Commandery\, King Charles’ battle HQ\, and finally walk up to Fort Royal for an overview of the City and see where Charles fled after he was defeated. Our expert guide will make several stops to share his stories and the history of this final battle in the Civil War on 3rd September 1651. The time includes several information stops and lunchbreak. \nThe walk starts across fields\, which may be muddy depending on the spring weather\, and for the latter half of the walk is on roads in the City. There will be time for a coffee break and a lunch stop\, so bring sufficient rations. \n\n\n\nDistance:\n7 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n5 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nModerate\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:30 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nKeith Collins (Powick Ramblers)\n\n\nStart location:\nPowick Bridge\n2 Powick Mills\nOld Road\, Worcester\nWR2 4BU\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 835 524\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nCost.point.radio\n\n\nFurther details:\nMeet and park at Powick Bridge on Old Road (off the A449) by the Old Mill and close to the very tall chimney. The nearest train station Worcester Foregate St is 3 miles away. There are frequent buses from Worcester bus station to Powick Bridge – takes 10 minutes.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/battle-of-worcester-1651-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260516T180000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250108T162932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T121257Z
UID:10017507-1778940000-1778954400@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Walking up a thirst – from the Hop Shed brewery (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:The walk starts and returns to the Hop Shed where their bar will be open before\, and more sensibly for us\, on our return to buy and sample some of their award winning ales. There will also be a pizza van open before to fuel up\, or afterwards to satisfy a hunger. Up and down of 500m. \nWe set off and ramble through the hop farm that supplies the Hop Shed and onwards though apple and pear orchards. The surrounding countryside is quiet and beautiful nestling below the Suckley Hills with views of Malvern Hills in the distance \nEn route we’ll stop for a quick break so you may want to bring snacks and liquid refreshment \n\n\n\nDistance:\n7 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n3.5 to 4 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nModerate\n\n\nDate:\n16 May\n\n\nStart time:\n2:00 pm\n\n\nWalk leader:\nRachel James\n\n\nStart location:\nThe Hop Shed brewery\nThe Old Chicken Shed\nSuckley\nWR6 5EQ\n\n\nGrid reference:\nSO 723 504\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nglorious.nothing.gems\n\n\nFurther details:\nPark neatly at the Hop Shed\, but unfortunately the brewery cannot be accessed via public transport as it is in a remote area.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/walking-up-a-thirst-from-the-hop-shed-brewery-malvern-walking-festival-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20260123T142309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T121333Z
UID:10022308-1779008400-1779026400@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:North Quarry Carpark to Eastnor Obelisk and Back (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Starting at North Quarry Carpark the walk follows the zig zagging trails up to the high path with beautiful views towards Worcester and beyond. We follow around the side of the hills to the base of the Worcester Beacon and climb up and over the Beacon\, stopping to admire the beautiful views towards Wales. We descend from the Beacon to the Wyche Cutting “named after the ancient salt route” here we can stop for toilets and to admire the Grade II listed Belvedere Bus shelter. \nFrom there we head up over the hills past Jenny Lind’s House to British Camp. We will walk the lower paths with beautiful views of the reservoir and along the ridge until we drop down and head toward the Eastnor Castle Obelisk. At the Obelisk we will stop for refreshments and admire the view of Eastnor Castle before heading back via the Hereford Beacon\, the “Pixie path” and St Anns Well. \nPacked Lunches should be brought\, suitable footwear depending on the weather\, there can be muddy patches. \n\n£6.00 \n\n\n\nDistance:\n15 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n5 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nStrenuous\n\n\nDate:\n17 May\n\n\nStart time:\n9:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nSteph Upton\n\n\nStart location:\nNorth Quarry Car Park\nNorth Malvern Road\nWR14 4LT\n\n\nWhat3Words:\n///ironic.sunflower.soup\n\n\nFurther details:\nParking fees apply if parking in the Carpark or free in surrounding roads. Nearest train station is Malvern Link
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/north-quarry-carpark-to-eastnor-obelisk-and-back/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T123000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250104T135814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T121340Z
UID:10017475-1779012000-1779021000@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:All around Ombersley (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Leaving Ombersley Memorial Hall we meander through the picturesque village of Ombersley\, passing through the beautiful parkland of Ombersley Court\, the seat of the Sandys family for more than 300 years. We cut down through a wood to join the River Severn. We follow a river-side path to Holt Fleet and onto Lenchford before leaving the river to strike inland and back to the Hall following quiet country lanes\, field paths and woodland tracks. The five-mile circular route is pretty flat with a few gates but no stiles. No stiles and minimal up and down. \n£6.00 \nDistance: 5 miles\nDuration: 2.5 hours\nDifficulty: Leisurely/Gentle\nDate: 17 May\nStart time: 10:00 am\nWalk leader: Paul & Sally Ludlow\nStart location: Ombersley Memorial Hall\nSandys Road\nOmbersley\nWR9 0DY\nGrid reference: SO 843641\nWhat3Words: palms.fruitcake.reflector\nFurther details:\nCar parking available free of charge on Hall car park. Nearest railway station is Droitwich Spa approximately 5 miles away
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/all-around-ombersley-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
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SUMMARY:Alfrick\, Lulsley\, Knightwick\, Worcester Way Circular (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Fields & woodland to Lulsley crossing an enchanting stream. On the outskirts of Knightwick we join the Worcester way to Crews Hill. a route that has historical roots established in 1989. Historically\, the area’s landscape was shaped by glacial meltwater\, as well as by its more ancient geological past. The route is known for its ancient woodlands. \nWe pass through Crews Hill nature reserve beneath the canopy of this outstanding ancient woodland that reveals a surprising mix of species. Alongside the oaks are ash\, beech\, small-leaved lime\, wild service\, hornbeam and old yew trees. Tucked away in the east of the wood are old\, gnarled\, lime pollards. We join Blackhouse Woods\, a species-rich woodland and Local Wildlife Site. Back to Alfrick via fields\, the Geopark Way\, Leigh Brook\, culminating in a scenic walk through the Knapp & Papermill Reserve to Sandy Lane\, an old drovers track & focal point for local ghost stories and hauntings including a phantom wagon pulled by 4 spectral horses! \n\n£6.00 \n\n\n\nDistance:\n8 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n3-4 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nHard\n\n\nDate:\n17 May\n\n\nStart time:\n10:00 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nAmanda Williams (Leadon Vale Ramblers & Alfrick Active)\n\n\nStart location:\nAlfrick village hall\nClay green\nAlfrick\nWR6 5HJ\n\n\nGrid reference:\nS0 749530\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nhttps://w3w.co/develop.digested.robe\n\n\nFurther details:\nPlease park in overflow parking at back of hall if possible. Parking is free. There is a bus stop nearby and the nearest train station is 8 miles away in Malvern.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/alfrick-lulsley-knightwick-worcester-way-circular/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250104T113747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T122110Z
UID:10017467-1779026400-1779037200@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Hanley Swan (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some of Hanley Swan’s historic houses on a walk that follows footpaths to the far north-west corner of the parish with good views of the Malvern Hills\, connects with the ancient Wood Street trackway\, then descends to St Alphonsus Catholic church with its original fittings by Pugin and back to the village hall via some attractive old cottages in Picken End. \nInteresting buildings include: \n\nthe village stores\, which began life as a coaching inn before being converted to a Working Man’s Institute and then a grocer’s shop and post office;\na boys’ home run by the Society for Waifs and Strays from 1892 to 1950 and now a hostel for deprived children;\na Regency villa extended in 1938 where King George II of Greece stayed for a year during the war;\na house bought by a naval surgeon who named it after a ship in which he served during the First Opium War;\na 17th century cottage owned by the same family for almost 350 years.\n\n2 stiles \n\n£6.00 \nDistance: 5 miles\nDuration: 3 hours\nDifficulty: Easy\nDate: 17 May\nStart time: 2:00 pm\nWalk leader: Malcolm Fare\nStart location: Hanley Swan Village Hall car park\nWelland Road\nHanley Swan\nWR8 0AN\nGrid reference: SO 811423\nWhat3Words: ///invest.chins.slant\nFurther details:\n4.4 miles from Great Malvern station
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/hanley-swan-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T173000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250104T164708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T122119Z
UID:10017499-1779026400-1779039000@www.visitthemalverns.org
SUMMARY:Geology of the middle of the Malvern Hills (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:We will visit Gullet Pass Pit\, Gullet Top Quarry and walk along the ridge as far as Clutters Cave\, returning across Castlemorton Common. We see the igneous rocks intruded as molten magma deep in the Earth’s crust and also erupted in volcanoes. We will see where there were shorelines 540 and 430 millions of years ago and creatures that lived in tropical seas. We will see the contrasting scenery each side of the hills which is shaped by different underlying rocks and their structure. We will see the effects of the Ice Age\, a mere few tens of thousands of years ago. 2 stiles. \nMy mobile phone number will only be in use on the day of the walk. \n£6.00 \nDistance: 3.5 miles\nDuration: 3.5 hours\nDifficulty: Moderate\nDate: 17 May\nStart time: 2:00pm\nWalk leader: Moira Jenkins (Herefordshire & Worcestershire Earth Heritage Trust)\nStart location: Swinyard Car Park\nNew Road\nMalvern Hills\nWR13 6LQ\nGrid reference: SO 766381\nWhat3Words: hips.tiredness.coaster\nFurther details:\nSwinyard car park above Castlemorton Common near the Gullet. Bring refreshments and a packed lunch.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/geology-of-the-middle-of-the-malvern-hills-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T200000
DTSTAMP:20260522T195449
CREATED:20250104T112841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T122126Z
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SUMMARY:Hanley Nature Reserve (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:A pleasant walk through the Hanley countryside with many points of interest: Hanley Hall\, Nash Meadow Nature Reserve\, Brotheridge Nature Reserve\, fishing lakes and a professional horse training stable. 4 stiles and a flat terrain. \nSmall amount of road walking. \nWalk ends quite close (walking distance) to the Swan Inn at Hanley Swan. \n£6.00 \nDistance: 3 miles\nDuration: 1.5 hours\nDifficulty: Leisurely/Gentle\nDate: 17 May\nStart time: 6:30 pm\nWalk leader: Michael Johnson\nStart location: Hanley Village Hall Car Park (tbc)\nHanley Village Hall\nWelland Road\, Hanley Swan 812 425 (Explorer 190)\nWR8 0AN\nGrid reference: SO 812 425\nWhat3Words: https://w3w.co/sums.messy.breed\nFurther details:\nPlease park away from the hall.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/hanley-nature-reserve-malvern-walking-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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SUMMARY:Three Pubs on the Malvern Hills (Malvern Walking Festival)
DESCRIPTION:Passing the Chase pub\, we will meander down into Colwall and via the Downs school\, pausing to admire the railway station\, before continuing on to the Lime-pits. Here we will take a slight detour to view the remnants of the open cast mining and well. Returning to the path walking towards Mathon Lodge continuing through the Lodge Park arriving at the Brewers Tavern. From there a very short stretch along the road then up onto the hills crossing the ridge south of the Worcester Beacon. A steep downhill past the Wyche pub returns us to the carpark. \nGenerally easy but with a long(ish) incline up on to the ridge. \nNumber of Stiles: 3 \nShould the Brewers be open then happy to stop for a swift half and use of facilities. \n\n£6.00 \n\n\n\nDistance:\n6 miles\n\n\nDuration:\n3.5 hours\n\n\nDifficulty:\nModerate\n\n\nDate:\n18 May\n\n\nStart time:\n9:30 am\n\n\nWalk leader:\nMichael Johnson\n\n\nStart location:\nPlateau Car Park\nAdjacent to the Wyche Free Church\nB4232 Jubilee Drive\nAA11A11\n\n\nGrid reference:\n76 6 434\n\n\nWhat3Words:\nshops.workflow.forgotten\n\n\nFurther details:\nOnce through the Wyche cutting bear left. Car Park on L.H.side.\nParking free to those with a valid local permit\, otherwise payment at the machine will be required.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/three-pubs-on-the-malvern-hills/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walks
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