Welcome to Oldbury

Oldbury is a small village located in the county of Shropshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Severn and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Oldbury has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks in the area. One of the most notable landmarks is the Oldbury Viaduct, which was built in the 19th century and is still in use today.

The village of Oldbury is home to a small but vibrant community. There are several local businesses in the area, including a post office, a pub, and a convenience store. The village also has a primary school, a church, and a community center. The community center hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including fairs, concerts, and other social gatherings.

Oldbury is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the beautiful countryside of Shropshire. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque farmland. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, and horseback riding in the area, as well as fishing and boating on the River Severn. There are also several historic sites and landmarks in the area, including the ruins of a medieval castle and a Roman fort. Overall, Oldbury is a charming and peaceful village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Shropshire.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 11.3°C

Feels Like: 8°C

Wind: 21 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Castlefields Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Lee	Castlefields Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 5DQ 1746764072 School Website
Oldbury Wells School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Lee Tristham	Oldbury Wells Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 5JD 01746765454 School Website
Bridgnorth Endowed School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Michael Penn	Northgate Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4ER 01746762103 School Website
St Johns Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jessica Buzzing	Innage Gardens Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4HW 01746762061 School Website
St Leonard's Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kay Ferriday	Innage Lane Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4HL 1746762781 School Website
St Marys Bluecoat C Of E Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Gaskin	Lodge Lane The Grove Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 5EQ 01746763455 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
Morville C Of E Controlled Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Gaskin	Morville Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4RJ 01746714219 School Website
Worfield Endowed C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Gaskin	Main Street Worfield Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 5LF 01746716606 School Website
Highley Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Tom Plim	Grasmere Drive Highley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 6EH 01746861541 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cosford Old Worcester Road, Cosford, West Midlands, WV7 3EY 9.94 Miles

Shifnal Market Place, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 9QB 10.03 Miles

Albrighton Station Road, Albrighton, Shropshire, WV7 3DS 10.19 Miles

Telford Central Euston Way, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4LZ 10.83 Miles

Oakengates Station Road, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6DH 11.59 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Aerolink Executive Travel 01746 769224 21 East Castle St, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4AN 0.74 Miles
Bridgnorth Taxis 01746 765000 Whitburn Street, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4QP 0.75 Miles
A Line Taxis 01746 767777 12 Springfield, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 6DN 0.79 Miles
Limo Hire Bridgenorth 07968 805431 North Gate, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4DN 0.84 Miles
Micks Taxis 01746 769988 52 Sydney Cottage Dr, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4PQ 1.05 Miles
Brambles Private Hire 01746 767076 25 Queens Rd, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 5DG 1.06 Miles
S W Private Hire 01746 761500 33 Sydney Cottage Dr, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4PH 1.11 Miles
A T R Taxis 01746 769000 17 Hazel View, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 5DX 1.20 Miles
Bruce's Cab 01746 766161 6 Linley View Dr, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV16 4RT 1.28 Miles
Worfield Classic Cars 01746 716912 Worfield, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 5JZ 3.74 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Oldbury Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eversley Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Conduit Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Severn Valley Railway Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hollybush Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingfisher Rise Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oldbury Wells Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Halfway House Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Whitburn Street Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
West Castle Street Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Kidderminster Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Underhill Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Victoria Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cross Houses Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Bridgnorth Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bridgnorth Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Northgate Bridgnorth WV16 4EN
Bridgnorth Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Northgate Bridgnorth WV16 4EN
Bridgnorth Medical Practice 01746 767121	Northgate Health Centre Northgate Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4EN
Highley Medical Centre 01746 861572	The Medical Centre Bridgnorth Road, Highley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 6HG
Claverley 01746 710223	The Surgery Spicers Close, Claverley Wolverhampton WV5 7BY

Local Stores

Highley
High Street
Highley
Bridgnorth
Shropshire
WV16 6LP
01746 861215
Store Website
0.92 miles

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SPAR - Worfield
Bridgnorth Road
Worfield
Near Bridgnorth
WV15 5NR
Store Website
3.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Bridgnorth Equine
The Bull Ring Hollybush Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4AR 01584 841080 Website 0.63 miles

Animals Treated
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Severn Edge Veterinary Group - Bridgnorth Pets
Hollybush Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4AR 01746 763 998 office@severnedgevets.co.uk Website 0.63 miles
Amenities
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Bridgnorth Veterinary Centre Ltd
52A Whitburn Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4QP 01746 711561 hello@bridgnorthvets.co.uk Website 0.83 miles
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Severn Edge Farm Vets
Bridgnorth Agricultural Centre The Livestock And Auction Centre Wenlock Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4QR 01746 713911 farmadmin@severnedgevets.co.uk Website 1.18 miles
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24 hour out of hours available on 01746 713 911
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24 hour out of hours available on 01746 713 911

Dignipets Ltd.
Kingsnordley House Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 6EU 07555 691044 info@dignipets.co.uk Website 4.74 miles
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Alveley Village Vets
5/5A Cooks Cross Alveley Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 6LS 07894 274379 hello@alveleyvillagevets.co.uk Website 5.59 miles

Animals Treated
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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 4.17 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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Ironbridge
Ironbridge Is A Town On The River Severn At The Heart Of The Ironbridge Gorge, Near Telford, Shropshire. Site Of The World’S First Iron Bridge, Erected Over The River Severn In 1779. We Detail A Short, 1.3 Mile, Walk Here, Which Encompasses The Town Of Ironbridge And Crosses Over The Iron Bridge Itself. This Will Give You Chance To Explore The Town And River Area A Little, As Part Of The Walk. TF8 7JP 7.44 miles From The M54 Telford, Head South On The A442 Toward Ironbridge. Pass Through Madeley And When On The B4373 Follow This To A Roundabout At Ironbridge, Go Around This To Take An Effective Left Turn. Pass By Bedlam Furnaces, Then Take Right Over The Bridge, Right Again Then The First Right, Just Off The Sharp Bend In The Road. The Car Park Is Located On The Right, Next To The River Severn.

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Trimpley Reservoir Near Bewdley
Unnamed Road Lancashire 8.92 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 9.25 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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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 9.50 miles Postcode Dy7 6Dl

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The Wrekin
Around The Bottom Of The Wrekin. The Wrekin Lancashire 11.23 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.8°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-5.8°C	-6.2°C	-6.3°C	-5°C	-2.8°C	-0.1°C	1.8°C	2.1°C	1.1°C	2.9°C	-0.7°C

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