12 Stunning West Midlands Towns and Villages to Explore This Spring

As spring approaches with warmer weather, many are planning days out to enjoy the season. The West Midlands region, rich in history and natural beauty, offers numerous towns and villages that have preserved their charm for future generations. These historic and beautiful market towns are all within a 90-minute drive from Birmingham and accessible by public transport, making them ideal for a spring visit.

1. Bewdley, Worcestershire

Bewdley serves as the gateway to Wyre Forest, the UK's largest native woodland. This Georgian town is nestled on the River Severn, with an official market established in 1376 and settlements documented back to 1086. Less than an hour by car from Birmingham, it offers much to see and experience.

2. Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire

Located in the northwestern extremity of the Malvern Hills District, Tenbury Wells has been a settlement since at least Anglo-Saxon times. It became an official Market Town in 1249 when King Henry III granted a charter to Roger de Clifford for a weekly market.

3. Stourbridge, Dudley

Stourbridge was established in the early Middle Ages and developed during Roman, Saxon, Elizabethan, and Victorian eras. Known as an agricultural market town, it is also renowned for its glass-making. Less than 40 minutes from Birmingham, attractions include Hagley Hall and various glass centres.

4. Stafford, Staffordshire

According to legends, Stafford was founded around 700 AD by a Mercian prince named Bertelin. Less than an hour from Birmingham, it became an important Market Town in the Middle Ages. Ideal for a day visit, it features sites like Stafford Castle.

These destinations provide a perfect blend of history and scenic beauty for spring outings in the West Midlands.