Category Archives: Worcestershire

20/02/26 – Kidderminster

I spent time visiting seven pubs around Kidderminster, and each one told a different part of the town’s story. I started at The Post House, renamed in 2022 to honour Sir Rowland Hill, which felt welcoming from the moment I walked in. Ye Olde Seven Stars, dating back to 1786, had real old-world charm. Weavers at Park Lane, set in a listed canal-side building, was full of character. Bear & Wolf brought a modern micropub feel, while Weavers Real Ale House was compact and friendly. The Chester Tavern felt like a proper classic pub, and I finished at The King & Castle, proudly tied to the railway.

20/02/26 – Bewdley

My day in Bewdley was spent wandering between eight welcoming pubs and bars, each with its own story to tell. From the 250-year-old Real Ale Tavern, once a bank, to the timber-framed Black Boy dating back to the 1400s, there was history at every stop. The Great Western nodded to the town’s railway past, while The Old Waggon & Horses and Orilla reflected Bewdley’s trading days. Bewdley Brewery brought local brewing back to life, and newer additions like Weavers sat comfortably alongside long-standing favourites. I was met with friendly faces, good conversation and excellent cask ales throughout.

19/02/25 – Worcester

I spent the day exploring Worcester’s historic and independent pubs, beginning at The Cardinal’s Hat, the city’s oldest recorded inn, and continuing through a mix of long-standing ale houses and newer craft-focused bars. Each stop offered its own character, from timber-framed Civil War history at The King Charles House to railway-arch drinking at Arch Rivals. Along the way I found welcoming hosts, comfortable interiors and impressive beer ranges, with strong cask selections throughout. From traditional bitters to fresh-hop Belgian ales and modern session pales, the day showcased Worcester’s rich pub heritage and thriving contemporary brewing scene in equal measure.