Kinver is a charming village set in the Staffordshire countryside and steeped in history. A chocolate-box centre characterised by stone cottages and traditional pubs makes Kinver the perfect place to experience the charm of rural England. The River Stour flows past Kinver and adds to the picturesque setting.
Explore Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, a National Trust property that protects an Iron Age hillfort, a series of troglodyte dwellings and unique cave houses. Tour the unique homes carved into the red sandstone rockface and enjoy scones, jam and tea at the open-air café.
Follow the scenic walking trail along Kinver Edge, an ancient sandstone ridge covered with rare woodland and heathland habitats. Enjoy sweeping views over the Staffordshire countryside and spot local wildlife like cuckoos, red kites and adder snakes.
Getting there
Kinver is compact and easy to get around on foot. The village is in Staffordshire, a 45-minute drive from Birmingham. Stourbridge Town Station is a 15-minute drive from Kinver and offers connections to Birmingham in 40 minutes. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Kinver and explore the Staffordshire countryside at your own pace. Birmingham Airport is a one-hour drive away.