Things to See and Do ...
We are ideally located to enjoy the local country side with many interesting places to visit. The historic cathedral City of Worcester is half an hour away; Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick and Ludlow (with it's several Michelin rated restaurants) are all within an hour's drive.
Walking
From the Whoppets, you can just enjoy the various paths on the hill on and off the Worcestershire Way or there are 'circular' walks along the hill to Abberley village (and the Manor Arms), over to Great Witley (the Hundred House) and around the valley - please ask to borrow a local map. Also see Walking in the Wyre Forest.
< --- Abberley Hill from our terrace.
Other local woodland walks (by car) are: -
- Shrawley woods
- Wyre Forest visitor centre
- Arley village, arboretum & gardens and river
Local Shops
There is a general stores and Post Office in Abberley Common on the A443, together with the Garage nearby; petrol and supplies are also available in Great Witley, a mile away on the A443.
Local Places of Interest and Activities all within a few miles include:
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Astley Vineyards
- Bewdley town - an old port on the river Severn
- Bodenham Arboretum – award winning arboretum with 4 miles of walks through dells, glades, lakes and pools, a unique underground visitors centre and restaurant.
- Eastgrove Cottage Garden a delightful local visit.
- Malvern Hills for wonderful views, a good walk, shops and Theatre
- Rays Farm, near Bridgenorth, for a family days outing.
- River Boats at Stourport – offering riverboat trips for large and small parties throughout the year including 40 minute trips and day trips to Worcester.
- Severn Valley Railway – main stations at Kidderminster, Bewdley and Bridgenorth with other stations in between.
- Shelsley Walsh Speed Hill Climb - the oldest motorsport venue in the world
- Weddings at The Curradine Barns - a set of charmingly restored barns in the beautiful countryside of Worcestershire.
- West Midlands Safari Park
- Witley Court and Church; tearooms.
- Worcester Cathedral, Museum, Shops, River Severn, Worcester porcelain.
- Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury.
- Wyre Forest Visitor Centre – home cooked food, shop, cycle paths, way marked trails and special events through the year.
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The Tourist Information Centres are in Bewdley, Kidderminster and Worcester.
Many of the above and other attractions are detailed in Wyre Forest attractions.
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View to the South from the house |