IF you take a look across the horizon on a clear day in the Vale it is more than likely that you will see the wonderful colours on Bredon Hill which dominates the local landscape.

The hill is actually classed as being in the Cotswolds but that does not stop hundreds upon hundreds of Vale residents visiting the landmark, which has stood for centuries.

It rises out of the valley between the north Gloucestershire hills and the Malverns, which stretch from South Worcestershire into Herefordshire and due to its shape, it is an ideal venue for a circular trip by bicycle, car or on foot.

Surrounding the majestic beauty of the hills are a number of villages that would have a good claim to be some of the prettiest in Worcestershire. Elmley Castle, Overbury, Kemerton, Ashton-under-Hill, Beckford and Eckington are just some of those that would fit the bill magnificently.

Visitors can take advantage of a number of set walks on the variety of paths and bridleways that cover the hills mighty expanse. For the determined walker or those with a bit of energy to spare, to reach summit has a lot of benefits.

Aside from the spectacular view of rolling fields that cascade off the hill, the summit is marked by Parsons Folly, an eighteenth century tower that sits in the middle of an Iron Age fort.

Nearby is the Banbury Stone, a large piece of rock that has become known to many that pass by as the elephant, due to its shape and size. Local folklore would have you believe that when the bells of Pershore Abbey ring, it descends to drink from the Avon, well, stranger things have happened.