25-05-2025
The beautiful countryside walk through Worcestershire praised by The Times
A BEAUTIFUL hike through the Worcestershire countryside has received national recognition as one of the county's hidden gems.
This scenic seven-mile circular route around the villages and countryside of west Worcestershire received acclaim in an article from The Times.
The route starts in the quiet village of Alfrick, then heads north towards Hayley Dingle and the River Teme.
From there, the path travels east through the hamlets of Brockamin and Leigh to make a stop at the English Heritage site of Leigh Court Barn.
The journey heads southwest through the fields towards Smith End Green, where the path roughly follows the northern bank of Leigh Brook.
At the entrance to The Knapp and Papermill Nature Reserve, turn north to head back towards Alfrick.
In The Times article, Jen and Sim Benson praised the open farmland, atmospheric wildlife and plenty of detours to fill out the journey with.
They said: "Wander by a babbling brook and through a riot of spring flowers and wildlife, taking in the largest cruck-framed building in Britain along the way."
The pair were also delighted with their start and finishing point: "Back in Alfrick, cheerful volunteers plied us with coffee and cake at the community shop and cafe - a fitting finish to a delightful walk."
