Millennium Hill

Standing at 376 metres, this outlying hill offers a proper alternative to the main Malvern Ridge without the weekend crowds. The summit provides cracking views across the Severn Valley, though you'll work for them - the climb from the nearest parking is steeper than it looks on the map. A well-defined footpath leads up through mixed woodland before opening onto grassland near the top. The reward is a 360-degree panorama that takes in Worcester to the north and the Welsh borders to the west. On clear days, you can spot the Cotswolds rolling away to the east. Serious walkers will appreciate the quieter setting compared to the Worcestershire Beacon, while families with older children will find it manageable as a half-day expedition. The hill sits just south of Malvern, making it easily accessible from several holiday parks in the area. The Turbles and Swallowfields Retreat are both within a couple of miles, while Oakmere Parks offers lodge accommodation slightly further out. Allow two to three hours for the round trip, including time to enjoy the views. Best tackled in dry weather when the paths aren't muddy. It's free to climb, naturally, and the car parks at the base don't charge either.