May Hill
May Hill
Wild and open landmark crowned with a distinctive row of pine trees
The summit and surrounding area of May Hill consists of a wide expanse of open grassland, bracken and gorse with boggy areas and pools. The hill is capped by a clump of pine trees (not NT), planted in 1887 to commemorate the golden jubilee of Queen Victoria. It is now the location of annual May Day celebrations.
May Hill Common covers 30 hectares of common land acquired by the National Trust in 1988. This attractive area of bracken and developing trees (mainly birch, oak and crab apple) is still grazed by the commoners' ponies, pigs and occasionally sheep. There are beautiful views to the north and west across Herefordshire.
Venue Category:
Wildlife and Nature
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Activities provided:
Environment
Hiking / Trekking
Nature Trail
Curriculum:
Citizenship
Physical Education
PSHE (Personal, Social and Health Education)
Science
Suitability:
Key Stage 1 (4-7)
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
Early Years (2-4)
Residential?:
No
Locality:
Venue Address:
All Saints Road
Near Huntley
Herefordshire
GL17 0NP
Venue Contact Number:
01452 814213
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