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Leslie's Bench View – Waseley Hills Viewpoint loop from New Frankley in Birmingham

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Leslie's Bench View – Waseley Hills Viewpoint loop from New Frankley in Birmingham

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Leslie's Bench View – Waseley Hills Viewpoint loop from New Frankley in Birmingham

00:38

5.48km

100m

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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944 m

Leslie's Bench View

Highlight • Rest Area

One of my favourite spots on the hills, you could lose yourself here and are not often disturbed as its away from the main routes. I read my books here on a nice afternoon.

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1.78 km

The Leaning Tree

Highlight • Viewpoint

Depending on which way you descend depends on where you wish to end up. All paths are worth exploring.

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2.35 km

Waseley Hills Viewpoint

Highlight • Natural Monument

The hill rises to a height of 998 feet and enjoys views of eight counties. This hill forms part of England's main east/west watershed. Rain falling to the north-east of …

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3.60 km

Source of the River Rea

Highlight • Viewpoint

Where the river Rea begins

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4.11 km

Jubilee Plantation, Waseley Hills Country Park

Highlight • Forest

Waseley Hills Country Park is a nature reserve with picturesque hilltops, hedgerows, pastures and small woodlands. As well as supporting many species of flora and fauna, the reserve also affords some fantastic panoramic views over Worcestershire.

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4.24 km

View of Birmingham

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wicked views over the city!

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5.48 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.41 km

1.47 km

1.11 km

319 m

148 m

Surfaces

2.55 km

2.34 km

462 m

109 m

Elevation

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Friday 29 May

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Leslie's Bench View – Waseley Hills Viewpoint loop from New Frankley in Birmingham

Leslie's Bench View

The Leaning Tree

Waseley Hills Viewpoint

Source of the River Rea

Jubilee Plantation, Waseley Hills Country Park

View of Birmingham

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