- Benedictine priory c.1171–1537
- Church rebuilt 1480–82
- Near Elgar’s grave
Little Malvern Priory sits below the eastern slopes of the hills near British Camp. It is the surviving church of a small Benedictine priory founded from Worcester Cathedral around 1171 and closed in 1537. The church was rebuilt in 1480–82. The adjoining house, Little Malvern Court, opens to the public only on limited dates.
Nearby is St Wulstan’s Roman Catholic Church, where the composer Sir Edward Elgar is buried with his wife. The free Little Malvern car park on the A449 is close by, and paths lead up to British Camp.
Nearest parking
Free car park on A449, Ledbury Road, close to Tinkers Hill and British Camp.
Charges: Free (checked Sept 2026)
Food and drink near Little Malvern Priory
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Directly across the road from the British Camp car park, so it is the obvious stop before or after the hillfort. The hotel says walking maps are available from reception.
- Walk from the door
- Dogs welcome
- Breakfast
- Food on site
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Right beside British Camp car park, at the start of the climb to the hillfort. It posts news and opening times on Facebook.
- By a walk start
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Our picks are chosen for their position near the route; partners are paid placements. Check opening times before you go. More food and drink
Staying nearby?
The most practical base for this walk is British Camp: right at the hills, below the Iron Age hillfort, with the southern ridge on the doorstep.
- Walking from the door
- Southern hills
- Dog walks
Our picks nearby
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Directly across the road from the British Camp car park, so it is the obvious stop before or after the hillfort. The hotel says walking maps are available from reception.
- Walk from the door
- Dogs welcome
- Breakfast
- Food on site
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Three self-catering properties on the Perrycroft estate on Jubilee Drive, right on the western flank of the hills, each with a private garden. Sleeps: The Lodge 6; Coach House Cottage 4; The Hayloft 2.
- Walk from the door
- Dogs in rooms
- Parking
- Drying room
- Self-catering
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The facts on this page were checked against the main source on 14 Sept 2026. Things change, so check before you travel.