We put the spotlight on Worcestershire's overlooked villages

But this means many of our popular villages don't get the attention they deserve as they get overlooked. 

There are plenty of beautiful, picturesque villages to live and visit in the county.

Here are just some of them, and the reasons to make a visit: 

1. Ombersley

This gem of a village was named among the poshest places to live in the UK by The Telegraph in August last year. 

Ombersley boasts black and white timber properties as well as a local pub with similar characteristics called The Kings Arms.

The village is also home to a butcher’s and deli called Checketts Great British Food which offers hampers and pizza plus a fine dining service in the home.

MOST DESIRABLE: Ombersley (Image: Google)

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2. Fernhill Heath

Located on the north-side of Worcester this charming village has a popular of 3,300 people and includes the hamlets of Bevere, Lower Town and Hawford.

Fernhill Heath retains its village feel but also boasts a public houses the Bull Inn, as well as The White Hart, shops, a War Memorial Hall and a community centre.

ATTRACTIVE: Fernhill Heath (Image: Google)

3. Inkberrow

A past recipient of the Worcestershire Village of the Year award, Inkberrow is another that can't be overlooked.

The village is perhaps most famous for being the village thought to be the model for Ambridge - the setting of BBC Radio 4's long-running series The Archers.

In particular, The Bull, the fictional Ambridge pub, is supposed to be based on The Old Bull in Inkberrow.

ARCHERS: The Old Bull, thought to be the inspiration for The Bull pub in The Archers (Image: Google)

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4. Alfrick

Another gem that is home to around 500 people and has a lot to offer. 

it boasts its own community-owned food shop, cafe and Post Office - run by volunteer villagers - as well as a village hall and a recreational field. 

It is probably best known for its long-running and popular Alfrick and Lulsley Village Show when the quiet rural village becomes a hive of activity as it attracts visitors from across the Midlands.

SHOW: The popular Alfrick show, pictured in 2017 (Image: Newsquest)

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5. Crowle

Having a population of around 1,000 Crowle is another village that deserves attention. 

It features its own parish hall, tea rooms, bed and breakfast, and of course the historic Old Chequers Inn that has been part of village life for hundreds of years. 

Its location is also ideal being just three miles from Junction 6 of the M5 for those commuting to work. 

BEAUTIFUL: Village of Crowle (Image: Google)