North Worcester Area Guide

Why live in North Worcester

In the heart of England, Worcester is a modern city with a rich heritage and an enviable location. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside and charming historic towns and villages, yet perfectly placed for access to the Midlands conurbation and other parts of Britain.

The compact city centre is ideal for strolling, sightseeing and shopping. There is a great mixture of ancient buildings, modern shopping, street cafés and riverside walks guaranteed to reward you with a relaxing and entertaining visit.

To the north of Worcester are the popular villages of Chaddesley Corbett, Belbroughton, Drayton, Himbleton, Crowle, Tibberton, Salwarpe, Hagley and Hanbury. All these highly sought-after villages are easily commutable to Kidderminster, the Black Country and Birmingham. In Chaddesley Corbett is the famous moated Harvington Hall. Hanbury parish is large and dates back to the 12th century. Hanbury Hall is now owned by the National Trust and the annual village fete is usually held in its grounds.

History of North Worcester

The city has a rich history from the time it was a centre for trade up and down the River Severn. Worcester Cathedral is a magnificent sight as it rises majestically above the river: it has been the seat of a bishopric since the seventh Century. The Battle of Worcester in September 1651 was the last battle of the English Civil War.

Sir Edward Elgar was born in Lower Broadheath, just 3 miles outside Worcester. His great works were inspired by the Malvern hills and surrounding countryside.

Places of Interest

The city and county have a wealth of places to visit, from the magnificent Cathedral on the banks of the Severn to Royal Worcester Porcelain’s Museum and Visitor Centre and the remarkable medieval interiors of the City centre’s Greyfriars.

Just beyond the City are the glorious hills and natural springs at Malvern to Elgar’s Birthplace Museum, the magnificent landscapes at Croome Park and the romantic ruin of Witley Court

Getting to North Worcester

Road

The M5 will take you to Birmingham which is about 20 miles away.

Rail

Journey times to London from:
Worcester (Paddington) 2hrs 20 mins
Malvern (Paddington) 2hrs 45 mins
Colwall (Paddington) 3 hours
Kidderminster (Paddington) 3 hours
Birmingham (Euston) 1hr 50mins
General Train Enquiries 08457 484950
Birmingham International Airport 08707 335511

Airport:

Birmingham International Airport is about 20 miles distant.

North Worcester Local authority

Worcester County Council County Hall,
Spetchley Road,
Worcester
01905 763763

Malvern Hills District Council
The Council House,
Avenue Road,
Malvern
01684 892700

Wychavon District Council
Civic Centre,
Pershore,
Worcesterhsire
01386 565000

Wyre Forest District Council
Kidderminster,
Worcestershire
01562 820505

Where to go out in North Worcester

Restaurants

Browns Restaurant
24 Quay Street,
Worcester
01905 26263

Benedictos Sidbury,
Worcester
01905 21444

Café Rouge
Friar Street,
Worcester
01905 613055

The Glasshouse Sidbury,
Worcester
01905 611120

Singapore Restaurant
Friar Street,
Worcester
01905 613005

Four Seasons
61 Lowesmoor,
Worcester
01905 27026

Venture Inn Main Street,
Ombersley,
Worcestershire
01905 620552

Leisure

The Malvern Festival Theatre 01684 892277

The Swan Theatre 01905 27322

Worcester Racecourse 01905 25364

Worcester County Cricket Club 01905 748474

Worcester Rugby Club 01905 454183

Golf clubs in North Worcester

Malvern 01684 575992

Upper Sapey Golf Club 01886 853288

Bransford Golf Club 01886 833551

Droitwich Golf & Country Club 01905 770207

Worcester Golf & Country Club 01905 422044

The Vale of Evesham Golf Club 01386 860395

Schools in North Worcester
Kings Hawford (prep) Hawford, Worcester 01905 451292	Abberley Hall (prep) Abberley, Worcester 01299 896275	The Elms School (prep) Colwall Green, Colwall, Worcestershire 01684 530344
St Mary’s Convent School Mount Battenhall, Battenhall Avenue, Worcester 01905 357786	Kings School 5 College Green, Worcester 01905 721700	The Alice Ottley & The Royal Grammar Upper Tything, Worcester 01905 27061