St Nicholas Church
View of town centre houses from the Church
Tudor cottages and other historical buildings are dotted throughout the townAlcester (pronounced 'olster' or 'aulster') is a small town in South Warwickshire, England, situated approximately eight miles west of Stratford-upon-Avon.
Select a page from the list below to find out more:
- Visitor Guide - If you are thinking of visiting Alcester, the visitors guide will give you an introduction to the town and links to useful areas on this site.
- Alcester A to Z - All Businesses and Organisations in Alcester. With an easy to use search facility.
- Getting Here - If you're travelling to Alcester by plane, train, car or bus you may find this page useful.
- Photo Gallery - The photo gallery will contain photographs of Alcester and Alcestrian folk. The exhibition is due to go live very soon. Send us your photo's today and they may be included in the exhibition!
- History - Find out more about Alcester's long and varied past. This page has some very interesting links to external web sites.
- Tourist Attractions - There are several major tourist attractions within minutes of Alcester including Ragley Hall, Coughton Court, Shakespeare's Birthplace, Mary Ardens House, World renowned theatres and more!
- Places to Visit - There are many interesting places to visit in the area other than our world famous tourist attractions.
- Shopping - One of Alcester's strengths is its wide and varied range of independant shops.
- Hikes & Walks - Walks in and around Alcester, by Roger Noyce.
- Fact File - A ever growing fact sheet about Alcester.
- Surrounding Area - Information about Alcester's hinterland.
The Week Ahead
- This Thursday
ALCESTER FAIRTRADE TOWN MEETING - This Friday
Is Love on the cards - This Saturday
VALENTINE DANCE - This Sunday
VALENTINE PUB QUIZ AT THE NELLIE - This Monday
MUSIC QUIZ at The White Lion - This Tuesday
Alcester Pancake Races - View more events
Visiting Alcester?
You may find the sections below useful reading before your visit.