Kemerton Camp Hill Fort

Kemerton Camp, an Iron Age hill fort, crowns the summit, and its earthwork defences remain clear enough that you can understand exactly why Iron Age people chose this location. The vantage point is commanding, looking out across the vale and surrounding countryside in all directions.

Sharing the summit with the fort is Parsons Folly, a small stone tower built in the 1750s as a summer retreat for a local landowner. It's a genuine piece of 18th-century whimsy, and the views from up here make it obvious why anyone would bother making the climb. On a clear day you can see across several counties, from the vale stretching below to the distant Cotswold escarpment marking the horizon.

Geologically speaking, the hill is interesting too, since it's part of the Cotswolds yet stands apart from the main range, which makes the rock formations particularly visible. The walk from Kemerton village car park takes roughly forty minutes with well-maintained paths throughout. The National Trust owns and maintains it, keeping it freely accessible all year round. This works well as a half-day outing, and Evesham town is conveniently close by if you want to grab supplies or food before heading up.