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Upper Bittell Reservoir – Lickey Hills Visitor Centre loop from Bromsgrove

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Upper Bittell Reservoir – Lickey Hills Visitor Centre loop from Bromsgrove

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Upper Bittell Reservoir – Lickey Hills Visitor Centre loop from Bromsgrove

02:57

10.7km

180m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.69 km

Upper Bittell Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Upper Bittell Reservoir covers approximately 40 acres and is the larger of the two Bittell Reservoirs. The reservoir was created in the late 19th century to provide drinking water to the city of Birmingham. It was constructed by damming the Bittell Brook.
It is an excellent place for hiking and picnicking, with designated picnic areas where visitors can enjoy a meal while taking in the serene waterside atmosphere.

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3.77 km

Worcester and Birmingham Canal at Barnt Green Reservoir

Highlight • River

As you walk along the Worcester and Birmingham Canal, you'll be treated to magnificent views that encompass the reservoir, charming narrow boats, and the picturesque countryside that surrounds you.

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5.61 km

View of the Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice section of canal. we'll worth a trundle along.

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8.77 km

Lickey Hills Country Park Entrance

Highlight • Rest Area

Access to bridle paths

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9.14 km

Bluebell Woods

Highlight • Natural

The paths can be treacherous and there are fallen trees and ravine crossing not for the faint hearted, look for alternative paths.

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10.2 km

Den Building Area

Highlight • Forest

A designated space crafted specifically for individuals to hone their den-building skills using the readily available logs and branches—a brilliant concept that offers a dedicated area for this creative activity. It's an ideal playground where children can delight in hours of imaginative play.

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10.3 km

Lickey Hills Wooden Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

This particular sculpture was supposed to make up The Sculpture trail which had 7 (I think) sculptures created by local materials. Alas, I could only find two. The Le Creme de la creme would have been Iccurus, but it is nowhere to be found.

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10.6 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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10.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.09 km

1.43 km

577 m

332 m

257 m

Surfaces

2.98 km

2.73 km

2.49 km

2.16 km

180 m

160 m

Elevation

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Upper Bittell Reservoir – Lickey Hills Visitor Centre loop from Bromsgrove

Upper Bittell Reservoir

Worcester and Birmingham Canal at Barnt Green Reservoir

View of the Canal

Lickey Hills Country Park Entrance

Bluebell Woods

Den Building Area

Lickey Hills Wooden Sculpture

Lickey Hills Visitor Centre

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