Hangmans Hill

Steep, scrubby and with a name that makes your kids ask awkward questions, Hangmans Hill rises above the Malvern area like a proper Welsh border summit - all bracken and sheep tracks. The views from the top stretch across Herefordshire's rolling countryside, though you'll work for them. Serious walkers will love the challenge. Families with small children, not so much - it's a proper slog up loose paths that turn treacherous when wet. The hill sits just outside Malvern, making it an easy detour if you're already exploring the main Malvern Hills range. Unlike the more famous peaks nearby, you'll likely have this one mostly to yourself. Worth the effort? Absolutely, if you enjoy your walking with a side of solitude and don't mind earning your views. The descent demands respect - those loose stones will have you on your backside if you're not careful. Perfect for stretching the legs if you're staying at one of the nearby holiday parks like Malvern Hills Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or Oakmere Parks. Allow a good two hours for the round trip, and pack proper walking boots. The name's history remains mercifully vague.