Alfrick facts for kids
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| Population | 528 |
| OS grid reference | SO7453 |
| • London | 108 miles (174 km) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode district | WR6 |
| Dialling code | 01886 |
| Police | West Mercia |
| Fire | Hereford and Worcester |
| Ambulance | West Midlands |
| EU Parliament | West Midlands |
Alfrick is a small village located in the Malvern Hills area of Worcestershire, England. It's about seven miles west of the city of Worcester. In 2021, a count showed that 528 people lived there.
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What's in Alfrick?
Alfrick used to be a village mainly focused on farming. Today, many people who live in Alfrick travel to work in nearby cities like Worcester or Malvern. This makes it a "dormitory village," meaning people sleep there but work elsewhere.
Fun Events in Alfrick
Alfrick is well-known for its yearly Alfrick and Lulsley Village Show. This exciting event brings in visitors from all over the West Midlands region. It's a great way for the community to come together and celebrate.
Village Facilities
The village has a village hall where events and meetings take place. There is also a recreational field for sports and outdoor activities. On the village green, you can find a war memorial. This memorial lists the names of 95 brave men who lost their lives in wars.
The Community Shop
The original village shop and Post Office closed in 2011. But the community worked together to open something new! In 2012, the Alfrick and Lulsley Community Shop opened. This special shop is owned by the community itself. It sells food, has a small café, and also offers Post Office services. It's run by a manager and many helpful volunteers.
Nature Nearby
Close to Alfrick, you'll find the Knapp and Papermill nature reserve. This beautiful area is looked after by the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust. It's a great place to explore nature and see local wildlife. In 2012, the Trust even bought more woodland next to the reserve to protect it further.
A Look at Alfrick's Past
Alfrick has a long history. It was once part of an older administrative area called Doddingtree Hundred.
Back in the 1800s, there were laws about helping people who were poor. After a new law in 1834, Alfrick Parish no longer had to take care of its poor residents directly. This job was moved to a larger group called the Martley Poor Law Union.
The village used to have a pub called The Swan right in its center. It was a popular spot until around the year 2000.
The Village Church
The village church is named after Saint Mary Magdalene. It has some interesting features, like original sandstone around its windows. Inside, you can see beautiful Dutch stained glass and the wooden roof beams. On the outside of the church tower, there is a sundial that tells time using the sun.
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