At first glance, Upton upon Severn looks like many another country town, but its appearance conceals a secret past.

Upton upon Severn used to be a port, as well as being the only river crossing for many miles. For centuries before modern transport, it was alive with river craft carrying goods from and to the rich agricultural areas around it. Today, pleasure craft have taken over. There is a flourishing marina on the east bank, and Upton’s historic prosperity can be seen in its variety of delightful old buildings, including pleasant places to eat and drink and many independent shops to browse for a perfect gift or souvenir.

Upton is a town with a liveliness out of all proportion to its size. It's attractive shops, delightful inns and a variety of events each year, such as the Jazz, Folk, Blues and Sunshine Festivals draw crowds in their thousands. It’s a place that has much to reveal.

The Pepperpot

The belltower, known localy as The Pepperpot is all that remains of The old church of St Peter and St Paul. The knave of the church was demolished in 1937, and in 1953 the tower was declared an ancient monument.

It now houses the town's heritage centre, and the garden around it contains a memorial to Admiral William Tennant, the man who organised the Dunkirk evacuation in World War II.

Upton in Bloom

Take in the beautiful and award-winning horticultural displays, it would be a shame not to appreciate the rich and illustrious past of this historic town.

Traditionally, as the only river crossing for many miles, its position between agricultural land and water lent it great importance for the purpose of trading goods. Today, however, you can still enjoy the marina and pleasure craft; amongst the picturesque 17th century houses crossed with wooden beams; and the many independent shops and eateries.

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