Upton upon Severn lies on the banks of the River Severn and offers views of the Malvern Hills. Two interests stand out for visitors: local history and time by the river. Museums, a Grade II listed landmark and historic sites complement walks, picnic spots and boating options. If you’re looking for a hotel in Upton upon Severn, you can first decide whether you’d like to focus more on the exhibitions and historical topics or on the riverside.
Museums and Battle History
The Upton Heritage Centre is housed in the riverside town’s oldest surviving building. It covers the Civil War and the Battle of Upton Bridge. The Battle of Upton took place on 28 August 1651 during the English Civil War. The Tudor House Museum presents local history through ceramics, clothing, photographs, Staffordshire Blue and regional pottery. Other exhibitions focus on the railway, pubs, boats and Upton’s festival processions. The two museums have distinct focuses: the Heritage Centre concentrates on the Civil War and the battle, while the Tudor House brings together a range of objects and topics from local history.
Landmarks and Bridge History
The Pepperpot is a Grade II listed landmark. On East Waterside, the Village Green is next to the remains of the old swing bridge. The old swing bridge was replaced by the present-day Upton Bridge in 1940. This spot brings together a landmark and a significant change in how the river was crossed.
Getting Out on the River
Visitors can explore the banks of the Severn on foot or by boat. There are also several walking routes and picnic spots. On East Waterside, next to the bridge, there is a riverside picnic area. Walking along the riverbank and going out by boat are different ways to experience the riverside landscape, and offer a different focus from a visit centred on museums and history.
Guided Walks, Boat Hire and Music
A Blue Badge guide offers historical walking tours of Upton upon Severn. The tour offers a different perspective from the museum exhibitions, with local history at the heart of a guided walk. For a trip out on the water, Severn Expeditions offers day-boat hire from Upton Marina, either self-drive or with a skipper. Check availability before your trip.
From May to August, Upton upon Severn has a calendar of music festivals featuring folk, jazz, blues, rock and pop. The programme may change. If a festival is important to your plans, check the specific dates. There is a large car park on Hanley Road with spaces for coaches.
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