Area of Outstanding Natural BeautyNear Herefordshire, County of
Malvern Hills
AONBs are precious landscapes whose distinctive character and natural beauty are protected for future generations.
What makes Malvern Hills special?
Ancient pre-Cambrian rocks over 600 million years old, rising dramatically from the Severn Plain with panoramic views across 15 counties.
- ✓ 600-million-year-old rocks
- ✓ Views across 15 counties
- ✓ Malvern spring waters
- ✓ Iron Age hillforts
What makes Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty special?
- Same level of landscape protection as National Parks
- Designated for their outstanding natural beauty
- Managed through partnerships between local authorities
- Cover approximately 15% of England's land area
- Include diverse landscapes from coastlines to uplands
Planning Considerations
Great weight should be given to conserving and enhancing landscape and scenic beauty. Major development should be refused except in exceptional circumstances where it is in the public interest.
Location Details
- Designation
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Local Authority
- Herefordshire, County of
- Coordinates
- 52.0765, -2.3656
- Reference
- 20