Ombersley is one of the most sought-after and charming villages in Worcestershire.
History
The first known reference to the village was the granting of a Charter to Abbot Egwin, later Saint Egwin, of Evesham Abbey in 706 AD. Ombersley Court is the traditional home of the Lords Sandys, many of whom are buried in the family mausoleum in the churchyard of St Andrew’s parish church. When St Andrew’s was built in its current form between 1825 and 1829, the chancel of the old church was adapted for use as mausoleum for the lords of the manor.
Amenities
The village of Ombersley boasts a whole host of amenities including a butchers, delicatessen, primary school, doctor’s surgery, parish church and post office as well as many pubs and restaurants. More extensive opportunities for shopping, leisure and education can be found in the nearby centres of Worcester, Bromsgrove and Kidderminster.
Accessibility
Worcester is 7 miles away and Droitwich Spa 5 miles, the M5 (J5) 6.5 miles and (J6) 7.5 miles, Birmingham 24 miles. There are direct train lines to London from Worcester and Birmingham. The NEC and Birmingham International Airport are all under an hour’s drive away.
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