 There's always a lot going on in Alrewas, and visitors come to the village from far and wide!
Situated next to the A38, Alrewas is easy to reach from all directions, and yet once in the village you'll find the peaceful, slower pace of life will transport you back into a time where friendly people greet you as you pass by, and local shops are more than happy to meet your every need!
Discover the wealth of things to see and do in Alrewas and it's nearby villages, and the beautful walks and scenery around us.Join in with the local clubs and associations and their many events throughout the year. And, why not pay a visit the local public houses for great pub food and a family-friendly atomosphere!
Discover the various shops and businesses in Alrewas - you'll never want to visit a supermarket again! Support the local Post Office - the hub of news and information about the village.
And, of course visit the Alrewas Show this year for heaps of family fun and entertainment!
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Read on for more about Alrewas... Clubs and groups
Alrewas Show council meetings ( click here to email us if you would like to join us )
The Afternoon Drop-in at Alrewas Methodist Hall
All Saints PCC
Friends of the NMA
Senior Citizen Lunches (at All Saints Primary School)
The Royal British Legion, Alrewas
Alrewas Film Festival
St. Giles Hospice bingo afternoons
Alrewas WI
Over 50's club
Whist Drives
Various events at the National Memorial Arboretum
Alrewas All Saints Church services
Alrewas Methodist Church services
Pick up your copy of The Parish News from Alrewas post office today for further information on all of the above.
Alrewas history
The name unusual name of 'Alrewas' (pronounced OLL-re-wos) is derived from Saxon 'Alder Wash' (Swamp) due to the Alder trees that used to grow in and around the flood plains beside the village.
Alrewas dates back many hundreds of years and still retains a historic charm with its half timbered thatched cottages, the old mill at the North of the Village and its beautiful 12th Century church.
Much of the village is a designated conservation area, and has a population of just under 3,000 - it is a village famed for it's natural beauty. The Trent and Mersey canal runs through the village where locks and bridges evoke the atmosphere of the canal's heyday. Cut between 1770 and 1777 it was England's first commercial canal and and was previously the seat of Bishop of Lichfield.
The village is part of the civil parish of Alrewas and Fradley. Situated close to Alrewas are the picturesque villagesof Barton-under-Needwood, Fradley and Kings Bromley.
Alrewas is sited adjacent to the A38, which follows the line of the Roman Road - Ryknild Street. Just south ofAlrewas is the National Memorial Arboretum and Whitemoor Haye.
Alrewas is very popular with tourists from far and wide.
Things to see and do in and around Alrewas
There is so much to see and do in and around Alrewas. Here are a few of our suggestions for you...
Take a 'peek' at the Alrewas Open Gardens in June each year.
Visit the Trent and Mersey Canal which runs through the heart of the village, walking along it's towpaths for a cuppa at Fradley Junction and even hiring a canal barge for life in the slow-lane!
Discover Alrewas' beautiful 12th Century church, and browse the busy shops in the village centre - catering for everything you need during your visit.
Vist the Alrewas Post Office for the latest copy of The Parish News to find out details of upcoming events in the village, as well as information on village clubs and associations.
Pick up a map of Alrewas from the Post Office with details of the many inspiring walks around the open fields around the village, breathing in the fresh country air!
And of course, don't forget to visit the Alrewas Show in July each year!
Shopping
Alrewas is a great place to shop. Here, you can find everything you could possibly need during your visit.
From hairdressing and beauty treatments to healing therapies. From local 'no food miles' meats to the local mini-market and newsagents.
There's plenty to eat too! Chinese, good old British fish and chips, and excellent pub food can be found right here! There are several pubs in the village; The George and Dragon, The Crown, The William IV, The Old Boat, and the Royal British Legion club. Each establishment has it's own programme of regular entertainment and attractions.
You can even keep the kids entertained at the local pottery cafe! As well as the childrens park and play area, there is also the village cricket ground to cheer on the local boys on Saturday afternoons!
At the village post office you'll find posters for all the upcoming events and activities in the area, and you can also pick up walking maps of the area and The Parish News.
Many local businesses support the Alrewas Show and you'll find their advertisments on this website. Why not pay them a visit whilst you're here?
Handy links
Below are some handy links when planning your visit to Alrewas:
Alrewas Village Website
Friends of the National Memorial Arboretum
Alrewas Village information
Alrewas Cricket Club
Alrewas Royal British Legion
Kingfisher Caravan Park
Alrewas Dramatic Society
All Saints Church
Staffordshire pages
Alrewas Wings
Pubs in Alrewas
Map of Alrewas
National Memorial Arboretum
Alrewas Arts Festival
Alrewas Parish Council
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If you would like to become an Alrewas Show sponsor and advertise in the Show programme and on this website, please click here to contact us. We look forward to meeting you!
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