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The original car culture cafe and social space set in a stunning Warwickshire farmhouse, drawing enthusiasts from across the UK.
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Alcester
England, United Kingdom · Europe
About Alcester
Alcester works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bidford-on-Avon, 20km from Warwick Castle.
Alcester is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 6,939, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Alcester sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Alcester to your route.
About Alcester
Alcester ( OL-stər, AWL-) is a market town and civil parish in the Stratford-on-Avon District in Warwickshire, England. It is 8 mi (13 km) west of Stratford-upon-Avon, and 7 miles south of Redditch. The town dates back to the times of Roman Britain and is located at the junction of the River Alne and River Arrow.
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the 2021 census, the population of the parish was 6,035, with 6,421 in the built-up area.
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Where is Alcester located?
Alcester is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 52.2167 latitude, -1.8667 longitude.
What is the population of Alcester?
Alcester has a population of approximately 6,939 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.
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Quick Information
- Population
- 6,939
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- England
- Timezone
- Europe/London
- Coordinates
- 52.2167, -1.8667
Emergency & Services
Essential numbers in United Kingdom
112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.
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Worth the detour from Alcester
8 notable places within an hour's drive.
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Warwick Castle
A medieval castle built by William the Conqueror in 1068, situated on the banks of the River Avon in Warwickshire.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Chipping Campden
A wool-trade gem with a curving High Street of golden terraces and the arched 17th-century Market Hall.
20 km · about 25 min drive
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Broadway Tower
A folly castle crowning the Cotswold escarpment at 1,024 feet, with views across 16 counties from the second-highest point.
21 km · about 25 min drive
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Snowshill
A timeless hilltop hamlet famed for its lavender fields and the eccentric manor of collector Charles Wade.
24 km · about 30 min drive
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Cotswold Lavender
A working lavender farm on the hills above Snowshill, with striped fields open to visitors when the crop is in flower.
24 km · about 25 min drive
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Land Rover Experience Solihull
Off-road driving experience at Jaguar Land Rover's headquarters on a purpose-built terrain course.
25 km · about 30 min drive
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Aston Martin Visitor Experience (Gaydon)
Guided tours of Aston Martin's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility where DB11 and Vantage models are hand-built.
26 km · about 30 min drive
Driving roads near Alcester
20 named roads, passes and coastal drives within 150km.
- 33 kmCleeve HillThe highest point of the Cotswolds at 330 m, an open common above Cheltenham with views to the Malverns and Wales.
- 67 kmSymonds Yat RockA famous viewpoint 504 feet above the River Wye, where peregrine falcons nest and the river performs a dramatic horseshoe bend.
Driving in United Kingdom
- Drives on
- the left
- Petrol
- ~€1.73/litre
- Motorway tolls
- None
When to drive here
April to October
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