πΏ Lickey Hills Country Park: Birmingham's Natural Escape
Just a short hop from the city lies this 524-acre paradise where urban stress melts away beneath ancient oaks and rolling hills. Perfect for both leisurely strollers and adventurous hikers! π Easy Access β’ 20-minute train to Barnt Green station π β’ Pleasant 20-minute walk through charming village lanes π‘ β’ Total door-to-nature time: Under 45 minutes β±οΈ π₯Ύ Trail Options for All π² Cofton Hill (Beginner's Bliss) β’ 2km loop through dappled beech woodlands β’ Pram-friendly paths with frequent benches πͺ β’ Squirrel spotting guaranteed! πΏοΈ β°οΈ Beacon Hill Challenge β’ 10km heart-pumper with 297m elevation gain πͺ β’ 360Β° summit views stretching to Birmingham's skyline π β’ Ancient hillfort remains to fuel your imagination π° π½οΈ Picnic Perfection Pack these essentials: β Proper British thermos tea (milk separate, of course!) β β Sausage rolls from the Barnt Green bakery π₯ β Waterproof blanket (those hillside breezes surprise!) π¬οΈ πΈ Instagram Gold Spots β’ Sunset from Beacon Hill (golden hour magic) .π β’ The "Whispering Trees" grove with curved trunks .π³ β’ Wild ponies photobombing your shots .π΄ #UnitedKingdom #Birmingham#Travel#WeekendEscape #HikingTherapy #NatureFix #UrbanWilderness
