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Severn Valley Country Park

An area of some 180 acres of woodland, meadows and wetland, dedicated for the quiet enjoyment of the countryside by the public, the Severn Valley Country Park spans both sides of the River Severn between the villages of Highley and Alveley. The area was once the site of the Highley and Alveley Collieries which ceased production in 1969 after almost a hundred years of mining. In the late 1980s the area was reclaimed to create the country park. As well as reclaimed areas the park has large areas of ancient woodland and unimproved meadows, and the park attracts an increasing variety of wildlife. 

Read more about the history of the site.

 Welcome Sign

What's Available?

The Country Park offers the following facilities:

  • Extensive network of footpaths and bridleways
  • 4 way-marked trails
  • Easy access trail designed for all abilities, including a fully accessible bird hide.
  • Permanent orienteering trail
  • Visitor Centre and toilets
  • Tea shop at weekends and Bank Holidays
  • Picnic areas
  • Free parking at Alveley and Highley
  • The park is open daily from dawn to dusk.

Tea Shop and Visitor Centre

The Visitor Centre is open Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holidays, 12 noon - 5.00 pm, April to October, and 11.00 am to 4.00 pm, November to March.

The Tea Shop offers a wide range of treats to tempt the tastebuds, including homemade cakes, freshly made sandwiches, homestyle soup and roll, sweets, crisps, tea, coffee, hot chocolate and canned drinks.

The tea shop is open Wednesday to Sunday and Bank Holidays, 12 noon - 5.00 pm, April to October, and 11.30 to 4.00 pm, November to March.

Birthday Parties

Parents looking for a special birthday treat for their wildlife-mad youngsters are being offered the chance to book their party at the Severn Valley Country Park.

The award-winning attraction, near Alveley, is now offering nature-themed parties for up to 15 youngsters.

Children will spend an hour with a Ranger, either pond dipping, well or tree dressing or taking a nature walk (some activities are dependant on the weather) before heading back to the park's Visitor Centre for a traditional birthday feast.

We offer a choice of different activities during the party - or if you have your own ideas we will try to accommodate them if we can.

Contact the Severn Valley Country Park on 01746 781192 for more information and charges.

Green Flag Award Scheme

The Country Park has been awarded Green Flag Status - the national standard for parks and green spaces. The judges particularly praised Severn Valley Country Park for its community involvement and strong links to various community groups, residents and local schools, and the active volunteer involvement. The judges also commended the park management for achieving the balance between providing a valuable recreational resource for local and visiting people and maintaining habitats for a wide variety of wildlife. Overall, the judges opinion of the park was that it is a well managed and delightful country park with enthusiastic staff and volunteers. For more information on the Green Flag Award scheme visit www.greenflagaward.org.uk

How to get to the Severn Valley Country Park

The park is signposted from the A442 Kidderminster to Bridgnorth Road, or take the Severn Valley Railway and request the Country Park Halt.

Download a map of the site.

Contact Us

Email: countryside@bridgnorth-dc.gov.uk

Phone: 01746 781192

Post:
Countryside Service
Bridgnorth District Council
Westgate
Bridgnorth
WV16 5AA

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