Why is it called Lickey Hills?

The Lickeys formed part of the royal Manor of Bromsgrove and were set aside as a royal hunting reserve. As well as stocking the area with deer, the Normans introduced rabbits to the area. These were kept in large enclosures, or ‘warrens’ hence the road and place names.

What can you see from Lickey Hills?

Looking eastward over Birmingham, Barr Beacon, Cannock Chase and, occasionally, Bardon Hill in Leicestershire can be seen. To the south east, the view stretches over Longbridge, Kings Norton and Birmingham Airport as far as the Forest of Arden. Trees now obscure the view to the south and south west.

What is the castle at Lickey Hills?

Standing on the apex of the hill, is a toposcope which was built to commemorate the gift of the land to the City of Birmingham in 1907 by the Cadbury family. The small castle-like structure that houses it was rebuilt in 1988 to celebrate the centenary of the country park.

What is the Lickey Hills made of?

Keele Clay This muddy clay deposit is Carboniferous (345 million years old) in age and is interspersed with occasional thin beds of sandstone which are seen as small banks out on the golf course. The clay was deposited as mud on the floor of a shallow lake surrounded by a flat semi-arid landscape.

Are there toilets at the Lickey Hills?

Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are located at the Visitor Centre. The Centre is located at the end of Warren Lane off Rose Hill. It’s open daily from 10am until 5:50pm in the summer and 4:20pm in the winter.

Do you have to pay to park at Lickey Hills?

Parking is free. Car park gates are open by 7:30am all year. Closing times vary in line with dusk.

Is Lickey Hills pushchair friendly?

There is a purpose built wheelchair path, which is also great for pushchair access to the scenic views over the park. There is a circular walk and also a sculpture trail. Ranger led activities take place and usually meet at the visitor centre. See website for more details or to book a place.

Where can I walk in Birmingham?

Ten Birmingham/surrounding area walks

Cannon Hill Park. Cannon Hill is probably Birmingham’s best-known park and first opened to the public in the late 19th century.
Shire Country Park.
Lickey Hills.
Clent Hills.
Sutton Park.
Woodgate Valley Country Park.
Northycote Farm/Moseley Old Hall.
Leasowes Park.

How long is the Woodpecker Trail Lickey Hills?

5.7-mile
Check out this 5.7-mile loop trail near Bromsgrove, Worcestershire. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 24 min to complete.

Are there any hills in Birmingham?

Lickey Hills The walk embraces the highest point on the hills – Beacon View – and also features Lickey Ridge, an area made of quartzite that’s more than 500 million years old.

How long is the Harborne Walkway?

1.5 mile
The Harborne Walkway is a 1.5 mile stretch which runs from Forest Drive and Park Hill Road Harborne entrances to Summerfield Park.

Where can I walk in Lickey Hills?

Circular walk

Visitor Centre. Opened on Easter Sunday 1990, this has become a popular location for walkers and thousands of other visitors to the park.
Beacon View. This is the highest point on the Lickey Hills.
Bilberry Hill.
Flagpole.
Cofton Hill.
The Douglas Firs.
The Lickey Coppice.
Forest/Bridle Track.

Why is it called Lickey Hills?