Colwall is a region situated on the western side of the Malvern Hills in Herefordshire, England, offering a varied landscape ideal for outdoor pursuits. Its location within the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) provides a natural backdrop of dramatic hills, woodlands, meadows, and traditional orchards. This diverse terrain supports several sports like hiking, jogging, mountain biking, road cycling, and more.
Colwall provides a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 100…
114
Routes
4.5
(531)
Average rating
5146
People visited

4.6
(81)
488
hikers
5.44km
01:40
200m
200m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(10)
77
hikers
4.10km
01:15
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(8)
36
hikers
11.3km
03:07
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.9
(9)
27
hikers
10.0km
02:48
200m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(44)
289
riders
19.3km
02:01
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.3
(4)
23
riders
9.43km
01:06
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
riders
9.49km
00:58
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
25
riders
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

9
runners
4.07km
00:31
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
runners
6.89km
00:55
310m
310m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

125
runners
9.96km
01:14
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

109
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.7
(6)
73
riders
24.1km
01:45
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
49
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
65.8km
04:08
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
5
riders
44.5km
02:47
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(4)
62
riders
19.3km
01:03
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
riders
83.1km
03:53
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
23.7km
01:03
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

9
riders
56.1km
02:46
600m
600m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

10
riders
16.7km
01:32
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
32.5km
02:14
460m
450m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(2)
3
riders
13.8km
00:55
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Colwall offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features over 180 routes, with an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars from users.
Colwall is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 15,000 visitors having explored its routes on komoot. The region's 180 routes have received an average rating of 4.52 stars from nearly 1,500 ratings.
Colwall offers numerous hiking trails, including routes around British Camp, Herefordshire Beacon, and Worcestershire Beacon, which provide expansive views. For a comprehensive overview, consult the Hiking around Colwall guide.
Yes, Colwall features routes suitable for all fitness levels, including 'Miles Without Stiles' paths designed for easier access. The region's highlights include family-friendly options and forest trails. More details can be found in the Easy hikes around Colwall guide.
Colwall provides diverse terrain for road cycling, featuring challenging climbs and scenic rides through country lanes and meadows. Cyclists can explore routes with significant elevation changes and extensive views. The Road Cycling Routes around Colwall guide offers detailed options.
While Colwall itself has some mountain biking options, the broader Malvern Hills area offers signposted mountain biking trails. These trails often include climbs and descents with panoramic views. Refer to the MTB Trails around Colwall guide for specific routes.
Colwall offers a variety of paths suitable for jogging and running, ranging from gentle routes to more challenging climbs. These trails often feature scenic views and diverse terrain. The Running Trails around Colwall guide provides detailed information on available routes.
Key natural landmarks and viewpoints in Colwall include British Camp (Herefordshire Beacon), an Iron Age hillfort offering expansive views, and Worcestershire Beacon, the highest point in the county. The region is also characterized by verdant woodlands and traditional orchards.
Komoot offers several guides for Colwall, including Hiking around Colwall, Easy hikes around Colwall, Running Trails around Colwall, MTB Trails around Colwall, Road Cycling Routes around Colwall, Cycling around Colwall, and Gravel biking around Colwall.
For general information about the village, the official website for the Colwall Parish Council is colwall-pc.gov.uk. For inquiries related to public rights of way in Herefordshire, including Colwall, the Herefordshire Council Public Rights of Way Team can be reached at +441584812697.
Trails in Colwall feature diverse terrain, ranging from challenging climbs on the Malvern Hills to gentle paths through woodlands, open meadows, and traditional orchards. The landscape includes both natural features and historic elements like the Iron Age British Camp.

