Lickey Hills Visitor Centre – Beacon Hill Toposcope loop from Barnt Green

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Lickey Hills Visitor Centre – Beacon Hill Toposcope loop from Barnt Green

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runners

Lickey Hills Visitor Centre – Beacon Hill Toposcope loop from Barnt Green

02:04

17.9km

370m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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339 m

Cherryhill Coppice

Forest

2.17 km

Lickey Hills Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Lickey Hills Visitor Centre has a cafe with indoor and outdoor seating that serves snacks. You can also find information here and pick up maps to explore the country park. There are facilities, too.

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7.44 km

Monument Lane Pathway, Lickey Hills

Highlight • Forest

7.98 km

Beacon Hill and Mount Horeb Folly

Highlight • Monument

Curious sight at the top of the hill - built by the Cadbury brothers. The park is excellent and spacious, views out over the countryside and Birmingham.

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8.02 km

Beacon Hill Toposcope

Highlight • Monument

One of the highest points for miles around, Beacon Hill affords magnificent views over the countryside and into Birmingham. Historically, beacons would be lit on this hilltop to warn of …

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10.9 km

Waseley Hills Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

The hill rises to a height of 998 feet and enjoys views of eight counties. This hill forms part of England's main east/west watershed. Rain falling to the north-east of …

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11.4 km

Jubilee Plantation, Waseley Hills Country Park

Highlight • Forest

Waseley Hills Country Park is a nature reserve with picturesque hilltops, hedgerows, pastures and small woodlands. As well as supporting many species of flora and fauna, the reserve also affords some fantastic panoramic views over Worcestershire.

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12.6 km

Donkey Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Good paths, steep hills

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14.3 km

Lickey Hills Country Park Pond and Stone Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

Lickey Hills Country Park is a green space close to Birmingham. Renowned for pretty woodlands, wildflower displays, abundant wildlife, open space, and a sense of serenity on the city’s doorstep, …

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17.9 km

End point

Train Station

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