English Heritage sites near Alveley Parish

Witley Court and Gardens

WITLEY COURT AND GARDENS

13 miles from Alveley Parish

A hundred years ago, Witley Court was one of England's great country houses, hosting many extravagant parties. Today it is a spectacular ruin, the result of a disastrous fire in 1937.

Halesowen Abbey

HALESOWEN ABBEY

13 miles from Alveley Parish

Remains of abbey founded by King John in the 13th century.

Iron Bridge

IRON BRIDGE

13 miles from Alveley Parish

The world’s first iron bridge was erected over the River Severn here in 1779 by Abraham Darby III. Costing over £6000, the bridge was cast in his Coalbrookdale foundry, using 378 tons of iron.

Wenlock Priory

WENLOCK PRIORY

13 miles from Alveley Parish

Tranquil ruins in lovely setting. Re-founded by the Normans as a priory. Unusual washing fountain with 12th century carvings, extravagantly decorated chapter house, topiary-filled cloister garden.

White Ladies Priory

WHITE LADIES PRIORY

14 miles from Alveley Parish

Ruins of the late 12th century church of a small nunnery of 'white ladies' or Augustinian Canonesses. Charles II hid nearby in 1651, before moving to Boscobel House.

Buildwas Abbey

BUILDWAS ABBEY

14 miles from Alveley Parish

The impressive ruins of this Cistercian abbey have an idyllic setting near the River Severn. Unaltered 12th century church and beautiful vaulted chapter house with tiled floor.


Churches in Alveley Parish

Alveley: St Mary

Alveley Bridgnorth
(01746) 780882
http://www.alveleyandquattparishes.co.uk

St Mary's is a church that welcomes all. Whether you have been following Christ for years and are looking for a fellowship where you can thrive, or you're just exploring who Jesus is and what the Christian faith is all about, we want you to know that there's a place for you here.

Our Sunday services vary in style, and we participate in different expressions of worship. We are active throughout the week, with activities for all ages. Whatever you come to, our prayer is that you will encounter God and grow in your knowledge of Him. 

Details of all services and events can be found on our website: www.alveleyandquattparishes.co.uk

Do come and try us out - we would love to see you.

 

Tuckhill: Holy Innocents

Six Ashes Bridgnorth Bridgnorth/ Stourbridge
(01746) 710304
http://www.claverley-tuckhill.co.uk

Tuck Hill is a delightful small church set in beautiful woodland.
Unfortunately it is not possible to keep the building open due to the
isolated location.
There is a good pub near by, and tea rooms which can refresh you
after a stroll in the churchyard and woods.
Committed visitors are welcome to request entrance.
A warm welcome awaits at 11.15 am on Sunday except the second
Sunday when worship is offered at 8am.

 

The church situated in an elevated position with superb views of Shropshire and is surrounded by mature beech and Spanish chestnut trees. On early spring days the churchyard is carpeted with snowdrops and then daffodils.

In 1866 the Reverend Charles Amphlett of Four Ashes Hall decided that a church should be built. Mr Edward Wakeman of Cotton hall, Lord of the Manor of Kings Nordley, donated one acre from the common land that covers part of the hill.

The Church was built between 1868 and 1869 and was designed by a London-based architect, James Piers St. Aubyn, FRIBA, (1815-1895). The builder Oliver Escourt of Glouster signed the contract on 29th June 1868 and Mrs. Amphlett laid the foundation stone on 27th July 1868. 

The Church was consecrated in 1869 and the ecclesiastical parish was formed in 1870.

There has been little change to the church since its construction. Charles Amphlett gave the stained glass east window in memory of his daughter Alice. The Reredos, designed by Arthur Lloyd Oswell, was added in 1923 and given by the Amphlett family in memory of their mother and two brothers.

The stained glass window on the south wall is by Kempe circa 1892. Other windows by Kempe include the west window and the smaller window in the chancel. The Bromsgrove Guild or Artists created the window on the north circa 1939.

The altar rails were installed in 1911 to commemorate the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary in that year. The Rev. George L’Estranges Amphlett's family gave the lectern in his memory and the processional cross was given in memory of the Rev. Alexander Stodart, Vicar of this church 1914-1927. There is a simple war memorial on the north wall of the nave in memory of those from the parish who perished in the Great War of 1914-1918.


Pubs in Alveley Parish

Alveley Sports Club

Button Hole, Alveley, WV15 6JX
(01746) 780279

Situated on the main A442 through Alveley. It has a large bar area with several TVs and a separate function room. Occasional guest beer from the Marston's portfolio. No meals but filled cobs are available upon request.
Bell Inn

Alveley, WV15 6NE

Former Grade II* listed Marston's pub converted to residential.
Mill Barns

Alveley, WV15 6HL
(01746) 781041
themillbarns-venue.co.uk/

Hotel that specialises in Weddings. Photo was taken in 1989 (photo used with the permission of Stuart Brasier - Wolverhampton CAMRA)
Red Lion
Royal Oak Inn

Kidderminster Road A442, Alveley, WV15 6LL
(01746) 781555
theroyaloakcarvery.net/

Lovely beamed Bar with open fire adjacent to restaurant. Large garden with children's play area and camping to rear. Large car park on main road.
Squirrel Inn

Kidderminster Road (A442), Alveley, WV15 6LW
(01746) 780235

Country Inn set back from the main road. Large L-shaped bar leading to the dining area with skittle alley at the rear. Outside there is a large garden with children's play area, bowling green and a camping area.
Three Horseshoes Inn

Alveley, WV15 6NB
(01746) 780923
thethreehorseshoesalveley.co.uk

This village-centre free house known locally as "The Shoes" is run by owners who are enthusiastic about serving quality real ales. The pub underwent a recent major refurbishment with the opening of a bar area and a separate restaurant room...