Welcome to Highley

Highley is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Severn and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history, dating back to the 11th century when it was known as Higelie. Today, Highley is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to explore its many attractions.

One of the most popular attractions in Highley is the Severn Valley Railway. This heritage railway runs for 16 miles between Bridgnorth and Kidderminster, passing through the heart of the village. Visitors can take a ride on one of the steam trains and enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The railway also has a museum and a gift shop, where visitors can learn more about the history of the railway and purchase souvenirs.

Another popular attraction in Highley is the Severn Valley Country Park. This beautiful park covers over 126 acres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and herons. Visitors can explore the park on foot or by bike, taking in the stunning views of the River Severn and the surrounding countryside. The park also has a visitor center, where visitors can learn more about the history and wildlife of the area.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 20.6°C

Feels Like: 20.6°C

Wind: 13.9 MPH

Wind Dir: NE

Local Schools

School	Details
Highley Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Tom Plim	Grasmere Drive Highley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 6EH 01746861541 School Website
Alveley Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr P O'malley	Daddlebrook Road Alveley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 6JT 1746780284 School Website
Kinlet C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Davies	School Lane Bewdley Kinlet Shropshire DY12 3BG 01299841210 School Website
Upper Arley Cofe Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Low	Upper Arley Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1XA 1299861260 School Website
Bridge School Other Independent School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Tonia Lewis	Astbury Lane Chelmarsh Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 6AX 1746860379 School Website
Stottesdon C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Jones	Stottesdon Cleobury Mortimer Kidderminster Shropshire DY14 8UE 01746718617 School Website
Compass Community School Vicarage Park Other Independent Special School Ages:8-19 Head Teacher Mr Konrad Katarzynski	The Old Vicarage The Bullring Stottesdon Kidderminster DY14 8UH 7547414661
Far Forest Lea Memorial Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Shelley Reeves-Walters	New Road Far Forest Kidderminster Worcestershire DY14 9TQ 1299266316 School Website
Wribbenhall School Other Independent School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Ellis Wells	21 Crundalls Lane Wribbenhall Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 1JL 1299405383 School Website
St Annes C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Joanne Harvey	Wyre Hill Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2UQ 01299402013 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kidderminster Station Approach, Comberton Road, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 1QZ 7.52 Miles

Blakedown Mill Lane, Blakedown, Worcestershire, DY10 3LF 9.16 Miles

Hagley Station Drive, Hagley, West Midlands, DY9 0NX 10.18 Miles

Stourbridge Town Vauxhall Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands, DY8 1EX 10.19 Miles

Hartlebury Station Road, Hartlebury, Worcestershire, DY10 4HB 10.41 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
C And J Cars 01746 781529 11 Honeybourne Road, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6PR 1.41 Miles
Quality Cars Of Alveley 01746 780626 40 Birch Grove, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6LA 1.58 Miles
A Line Taxis 01746 767777 12 Springfield, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6DN 5.74 Miles
Brambles Private Hire 01746 767076 25 Queens Rd, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 5DG 5.81 Miles
Bewdley Private Hire 01299 400000 48 Kidderminster Rd, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 1BY 5.85 Miles
A T R Taxis 01746 769000 17 Hazel View, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 5DX 5.86 Miles
Aerolink Executive Travel 01746 769224 21 East Castle St, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4AN 6.04 Miles
Bridgnorth Taxis 01746 765000 Whitburn Street, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4QP 6.21 Miles
Limo Hire Bridgenorth 07968 805431 North Gate, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4DN 6.25 Miles
Micks Taxis 01746 769988 52 Sydney Cottage Dr, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4PQ 6.68 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Highley Post Office Pillar Box Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Witley Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vicarage Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Netherton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hawthorne Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Ship Inn Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Garden Village Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Alveley Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Alveley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Peacock Hill Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Hampton Loade Station Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cape Of Good Hope Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hampton Loade Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Fenn Green Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Highley Medical Centre 01746 861572	The Medical Centre Bridgnorth Road, Highley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 6HG
Alveley Medical Practice 01746 780553	Alveley Medical Practice The Medical Centre Village Road, Alveley Bridgnorth, Shropshire WV15 6NG
Stottesdon 01746 718257	The Surgery Stottesdon Kidderminster Worcestershire DY14 8TY
Bewdley Medical Centre 01299 402157	Bewdley Medical Centre Dog Lane Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2EG
Wolverley Surgery 01562 850800	The Surgery Wolverley Kidderminster Worcestershire DY11 5TH

Local Stores

Bewdley
50-51 Load Street
Bewdley
Kidderminster
Worcestershire
DY12 2AP
01299 403149
Store Website
5.77 miles

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SPAR Kidderminster
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MARLPOOL LANE
KIDDERMINSTER
DY11 5DA
01562 751571
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Alveley Village Vets
5/5A Cooks Cross Alveley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 6LS 07894 274379 hello@alveleyvillagevets.co.uk Website 1.69 miles

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Dignipets Ltd.
Kingsnordley House Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 6EU 07555 691044 info@dignipets.co.uk Website 3.33 miles
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Severn Edge Veterinary Group Ltd (Bewdley)
17 Severnside South Bewdley Worcestershire DY12 2DX 01299 402960 info.riverside@cvsvets.com Website 5.87 miles
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Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Bridgnorth Equine
The Bull Ring Hollybush Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4AR 01584 841080 Website 6.05 miles

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Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Bridgnorth Pets
Hollybush Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4AR 01746 763 998 office@severnedgevets.co.uk Website 6.05 miles
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Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Kinver
54 Enville Road Kinver Stourbridge West Midlands DY7 6BX 01384 873660 office@severnedgevets.co.uk Website 6.22 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Dudmaston
The Six-Mile Captain Geoffrey’S Woodland Walk Takes You Through A Working Estate That Dates From Norman Times. Captain Geoffrey Wolryche-Whitmore Took Over The Estate In The Early 20Th Century And Saved It From Ruin. WV15 6HD 1.91 miles Follow The A442 From Kidderminster To Bridgnorth. If Driving From Kidderminster, Go Through Alveley And Look Out For The National Trust Sign For Hampton Loade Car Park. Turn Left At This Sign And Follow The Road Into Hampton Loade. Follow The Signs For The Car Park.

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Trimpley Reservoir Near Bewdley
Unnamed Road Lancashire 3.39 miles

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Kinver Edge
A Walk Around The Borders Of Staffordshire And Worcestershire, Progressing Through Woodland And Allowing Spectacular Views Of The Surrounding Counties From Kinver Edge High Sandstone Ridge, Along With The Remains Of An Iron Age Hill Fort. DY7 5NP 5.66 miles Kinver Edge Is Located Just West Of Kinver, About Four Miles West Of Stourbridge (Off The A458), And Four Miles North Of Kidderminster (Off The A449).

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Wyre Forest
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Through The Wyre Forest, Near Bewdley And Kidderminster. This Walk Is Marked As The 'Buzzard Trail' And Will Allow You To Experience The Mixed Woodland And Forest Pools. Lancashire DY14 9XQ 5.95 miles Wyre Is Located At Callow Hill 3 Miles West Of Bewdley On The A456. The Site Is Well Sign-Posted.

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Kinver Edge
Free Parking. Lots Of Off-Road Walking Area. Hill Not Too Steep. Lots Of Paths To Explore. Route Can Be Short Or Long. Excellent Views From Kinver Edge. Toilets Besides Parking 5.99 miles Postcode Dy7 6Dl

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Hartlebury Common
Lovely Walk For The Dogs, Open Pathways Or More Adventurous Routes. Sandy Pathways Too, Which The Dogs Loved And Being Able To Walk Off Lead. Lovely Scenery In Places! Quiet Car Park, Free Parking. Hartlebury Common Hartlebury Rd Stourport-On-Severn Lancashire DY13 9JB 9.22 miles

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Weather Forecast

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