Lickey Hills Country Park Circular Walk
Worcestershire
Just south of Birmingham, the Lickey Hills are a chain of wooded ridges with the Beacon Hill viewpoint the stand out spot. This 9 km circular is a firm local favourite and is dog friendly, with off lead walking permitted on nearly all the trails.
The going is mostly undulating woodland with a steady climb up to Beacon Hill and a gentler one to Bilberry Hill, and paths are well drained so usable in all seasons. Dogs can be off lead across the main trails but must stay out of the visitor centre building, and a dog water bowl is on the terrace outside. Parking is free at the visitor centre, though it fills up by mid morning on sunny weekends.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 9.0 km (5.6 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 2 hr 45 min
- Walk Type
- Woodland, Park
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- High
- Livestock Risk
- Low
- Facilities
- Visitor centre with toilets, dog water bowl on the terrace outside, and a small cafe at the start.
- Parking
- Free parking at the Lickey Hills Visitor Centre, plus a small lay-by at the trailhead, busy on sunny weekends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lickey Hills Country Park Circular Walk dog friendly?
Yes, Lickey Hills Country Park Circular Walk is a great choice for dogs, earning a strong 8/10 for dog friendliness on our directory. The 9 km loop through oak and beech woodland is a firm local favourite, and there's even a dog water bowl on the terrace outside the visitor centre to keep your pup refreshed.
Can dogs be off lead at Lickey Hills Country Park Circular Walk?
Off lead walking is permitted on nearly all of the main trails, which makes this a particularly appealing route for dogs who love to roam. The one restriction to be aware of is that dogs must not enter the visitor centre building itself, though they're welcome on the terrace outside.
What should I know before visiting Lickey Hills Country Park Circular Walk with my dog?
The paths are well drained and usable year-round, but it's worth arriving early on sunny weekends as the free car park at the visitor centre tends to fill up by mid morning. The route includes a steady climb up to Beacon Hill and a gentler ascent to Bilberry Hill, so expect some undulating terrain — good exercise for dogs and owners alike. There's a small cafe at the start if you fancy a coffee before heading out.
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