Lying in south west Warwickshire is the picturesque Roman town of Alcester. The town centre boasts some of the finest Tudor buildings and the whole area is steeped in history and some beautiful natural surroundings. In the heart of Shakespeare country it is no wonder that many visitors compare Alcester to Stratford on Avon and seem to appreciate Alcester all the more for its timeless surroundings. Nestling alongside the River Arrow the street scene is very much as it was in medieval times and if you are visiting then a trip to the church of St Nicholas is worth the effort. The church of St Nicholas dates back to the 14th century although it is said that a church has been in this location since the 11th century, whilst the hall is said to date from the 17th century. For the visitor there is a delight around every corner and a trip around the heritage trail will reveal more of the town’s history and its buildings and if a this becomes too tiring then there are plenty of old inns and hostelries to enjoy whilst the traditional stores in the town centre have, in the main, retained their independence and offer a wide range of goods. If you have the time then visits to Coughton Court and Ragley Hall are also worth the effort.
Attraction
Coughton Court
Kinwarton Dovecote
Ragley Hall
Budget
Travelodge Stratford Alcester *book online*
Care Home
Classes
Dentist
Gentle Dental Centre
Mr Gamboudes & Associates
Doctor
Arrow Lodge Medical Centre
The Health Centre
Estate Agent
Audsley-Spence
Beryl Semple & Co
Hemmings Estate Agents
Lamberts Property Centres
Sutch Michael Thomas Hemming & Son
Williams Stephen of Alcester
Inn
Blue Boar Inn
The Blue Boar
The Stag at Redhill
Throckmorton Arms
Market
Pub and Bar
Bell
Blue Boar Inn
Lord Nelson
Plough Inn
Roebuck Inn & Restaurant
White Lion
Restaurant
Cellar
Essence
Plough Inn
Roebuck Inn & Restaurant
Tudor Rose
Solicitor
Taxi
Ace Taxis
Alcester Private Hire
Conway Taxi Service
Grafton Taxis
Merv's Taxis
Sports Clubs
Great Alne CC (Cricket)
Temple Grafton CC (Cricket)
Shops
Love contemporary art
Wild Bunch
Crabtree Garden Centre
The Hillier Garden & Plant Centre
Pet Stop
Hopkins Pharmacy
Alcester Opticians
Humphries
Guys Menswear Ltd
Superdrug
Antiques
Malthouse Antique Centre
High Street Antiques
Places to Stay near Alcester
Travelodge Stratford Alcester (0.28 miles)
The Travelodge Stratford Alcester is just off the A46, 8 miles from Stratford City Centre, offering close proximity to both Stratford's attractions of Anne Hathaway's House and Shakespeare's birthplace, and Warwick Castle. This non-smoking hotel ... More | visit website
Dorset House (0.53 miles)
Alcester is a small, attractive town at the heart of one of the most popular tourist areas, yet it escapes the noise and congestion of better known towns. Stratford-upon-Avon is ... More
The Swan Hotel (0.71 miles)
A small privately owned bed and breakfast Pub/hotel situated 6 miles from Stratford upon Avon.Located right in the town centre of Alcester, a small town with lots of personality. All ... More
Globe Hotel (0.73 miles)
The Globe Hotel is a small, privately run establishment, some eight miles from Stratford upon Avon, within walking distance of the ancient market town of Alcester and its pubs and restaurants.
Totally refurbished and renovated in ... More
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Kings Court Hotel (1.12 miles)
Set in attractive gardens, this hotel offers a quiet destination for a short break at a competitive rate. Originally a Tudor farmhouse in the village of Kings Coughton (where the infamous Gunpowder ... More
Arrow Mill Hotel (1.58 miles)
Arrow Mill is a 3 star property located in the heart of rural Warwickshire, positioned directly oposite Ragley Hall, close to Junction 15 of the M40 and nearby Stratford upon ... More
Coughton Lodge (1.76 miles)
A four-diamond country bed and breakfast just a few minutes drive from Stratford upon Avon, Alcester, Warwick , Redditch, Worcester and the N.E.C. Coughton Lodge provides exceptional accommodation in a country setting and is an ... More
Throckmorton Arms (2.01 miles)
Set in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside, The Throckmorton Arms Hotel is ideally placed for those seeking a relaxing break. Situated in the village of Coughton on the A435 opposite Coughton ... More
Tudor Rose Cottage (2.96 miles)
Our cottage is located just a 10 minute drive from Stratford upon Avon. An ideal base for those who wish to explore the world of William Shakespeare, the Cotswolds, Warwick ... More
Blue Boar Inn (2.99 miles)
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