The Village and Civil Parish of Alrewas Beside the River Trent in the County of Staffordshire
In the Lichfield district of the county of Staffordshire, beside the charming River Trent lies the village and civil parish of Alrewas. Just five miles northeast of Lichfield, this village is a lovely place that offers plenty of breathtaking sceneries, stunning landscapes and vast open spaces to discover and explore. A tranquil and peaceful destination perfect for fun-filled outdoor recreations such as sightseeing, picnics, cycling and pleasant scenic walks. Offering a laid-back village feel with a rustic countryside vibe, this place is a great destination for pleasant and secluded holiday trips, where you can just enjoy the great the outdoors.
The village is a village that only houses a few selection of independent shops, local businesses and retailers that only caters to the local demands. This village offers a poor shopping experience due to that lack of investors in the village. However, the village is just five miles away from the cathedral city of Lichfield where a much better shopping experience awaits.
The village is home to three excellent pubs: The Crown Inn, William IV and The George and Dragon. Offering a great selection of finely brewed ales and serving an array of delectable dishes as well as award-winning fish ‘n’ chips, these three places are some of the best eating out spots in this village. The village also has an Asian restaurant, a fish ‘n’ shop and a Cantonese takeaway to provide a good range of choices when it comes to places to eat.
Things to See and Do in Alrewas
There are plenty of things to see and do in this village. The village holds the biennial Alrewas Festival every other summer, and Each year the village also hosts the Alrewas Show. It is also home to The National Memorial Arboretum. The Allied Special Forces Memorial Grove and the Croxall Lakes are the top tourist attractions of this village, showcasing the beauty of the rolling countryside of Staffordshire, they are excellent places to enjoy the great outdoors.

