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12/06/2026

🚂 Step back in time this summer with Severn Valley Railway's popular 1940s Weekend!

Taking place on 27 to 28 June and 4 to 5 July, the event will transform the line between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth with wartime displays, vintage vehicles, live music, reenactors and family-friendly entertainment.

Highlights include:
🎖️ Wartime reenactors, military displays and living history exhibits
🚜 Vintage vehicles, buses and a hellcat tank
🎶 Live entertainment, singers and dance lessons
🎠 Family funfair, vintage marketplace and sweet treats
✈️ Replica Spitfire experience (4–5 July only)

You will also encounter Winston Churchill, Field Marshal Montgomery, and military police as they bring the sights and sounds of the 1940s to life across the railway.

🔗Find out more: https://orlo.uk/cv4Or

Photo credits: Severn Valley Railway

04/06/2026

StourJam is almost here! 🎶

From Friday 5 to Sunday 7 June, nearly 350 artists will take to the stage at 15 venues across Stourport, creating an incredible weekend celebration of local music.

As well as showcasing fantastic talent from across the area, StourJam will be raising vital funds for three deserving charities.

View the full programme on the StourJam page.

29/05/2026

Peaceful walks along the River Severn ☀️

These beautiful photos were taken at Dowles Brook in Bewdley and along the nearby River Severn - a wonderful place to explore, unwind, and enjoy the vibrant colours of spring as summer begins to arrive.

📸 Captured beautifully by on Instagram.

27/05/2026

⏰ One week to go!

Entries for the Visit Worcestershire Tourism Awards 2026/27 close on Wednesday 3 June 2026.

If you’re a tourism or hospitality business in Worcestershire, this is your chance to gain well-earned recognition and celebrate everything you bring to the county’s visitor economy 🌟

The awards recognise outstanding businesses, experiences and individuals across 16 categories, with winners also having the opportunity to progress to the VisitEngland Awards of Excellence.

At the 2025/26 Visit Worcestershire awards, businesses from across the Severn Valley region picked up five category wins, including West Midlands Safari Park, Severn Valley Railway and Astley Vineyard.

Find out more via Visit Worcestershire's website 👉 https://orlo.uk/UOA4o

22/05/2026

Looking for half term ideas? 🎉

There’s plenty happening across the Severn Valley to keep the kids entertained!

🦒 Giraffe Jamboree at West Midlands Safari Park (23 to 31 May)
🎨 Visions of Nature Exhibition at Bewdley Museum (16 to 31 May)
🌳 The Tree People Trail at Bodenham Arboretum (23 to 31 May)
🎡 Lakin’s Steam Fair at Attingham Park NT (23 to 31 May)
🚂 Railway 200 Exhibition Train at Severn Valley Railway (25 to 31 May)
✂️ Half term activities at Bewdley Museum (25 to 29 May)
🎨 Free drop-in craft sessions at Severn Valley Country Park (27 May)
🧘 Outdoor Family Yoga at Arley Arboretum (27 May)
🖌️ Workshops at Bewdley Museum — Roman inspired mosaic (23 May), Canal art (31 May)
🎭 The Italian Bros Live Interactive Show at Kidderminster Town Hall (28 May)

21/05/2026

🚂 Kids for a Quid this May half term! 🎉

Explore the beautiful Severn Valley for less with Severn Valley Railway from Saturday 23 to Sunday 31 May.

With every adult Freedom of the Line ticket purchased, up to TWO children (aged 4–17) can travel for just £1 each 🙌

There will be:
🚂 Steam & diesel trains every day
🍴 Plenty of places to grab a tasty bite to eat
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A full day of heritage railway fun for the whole family

The discount is automatically applied at checkout when booking online.

Find out more via SVR's website 👉 https://orlo.uk/CY0B8

20/05/2026

Exciting news for half term! 🎉

Two Ironbridge Gorge NT museums are now back open!

Following a temporary closure during the transfer of museums within the Gorge to the National Trust:

🏭 Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron and Furnace Kitchen reopened today, Wednesday 20 May
🏘️ Blists Hill Victorian Town reopens tomorrow, Thursday 21 May

Perfect timing for a family day out this half term!

🔗 Find out more about Ironbridge via our website: https://orlo.uk/DSiVA

14/05/2026

🎶 StourJam is coming! 🎶

From Friday 5 to Sunday 7 June, the free charity music festival will take over 15 venues across Stourport-on-Severn.

With an incredible 344 artists performing throughout the weekend, it’s the perfect chance to enjoy local live music while supporting great charities.

Don’t miss one of the biggest community music weekends of the year! 🎤

07/05/2026

🚂 Severn Valley Railway's Spring Diesel Festival returns!

From Thursday 14 to Sunday 17 May, enjoy four days of fun for all the family in the Severn Valley!

Experience heritage diesel train rides between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, explore The Engine House at Highley, and soak up the atmosphere with great food, real ales, and plenty to see and do along the line.

There’ll also be depot tours, special experiences, and limited Working Timetables available during the event.

A must-visit for train lovers of all ages!

Photo credits: Gus Dunster/Severn Valley Railway

29/04/2026

The bluebells are putting on a show in the Severn Valley right now 💜

Wassell Wood near Bewdley is absolutely carpeted in them - these gorgeous shots were taken by .photography

Bluebells typically last just a few weeks, so now is the time to go.

Want to find more spots in the valley? We’ve rounded up our favourites on the blog: 👉 https://orlo.uk/EVQQw

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Wyre Forest House, Finepoint Way
Kidderminster
DY117WF

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Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

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http://www.visitsevernvalley.uk/

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