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The Bird in Hand - Perfect forWaterside Drinking & Dining on the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal
Canal side, 5 Holly Rd, Stourport-on-Severn DY13 9BA
01299 513524
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The Bird in Hand can be found on the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal in Worcestershire and quite near to Stourport-on-Severn.
What can be found at: The Bird in Hand
Set right beside the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, The Bird in Hand is a welcoming canalside pub offering great food, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed waterside atmosphere. For canal boaters, walkers, and locals, it’s the perfect place to pause, unwind, and enjoy a true taste of traditional English hospitality.
A Canalside Pub for Boaters and Walkers
The Bird in Hand is ideally located for anyone exploring this historic canal route. With moorings nearby and the towpath just steps away, it’s easy to pull in and enjoy:
- Home-cooked meals and hearty pub classics
- Cask ales, lagers, ciders, and wines
- Outdoor seating overlooking the canal for peaceful dining in the sunshine
- A warm, boater-friendly atmosphere where everyone feels welcome
It’s a favourite stop among narrowboaters cruising between Stourport, Kidderminster, and Wolverhampton — a place to rest and refuel before the next stretch of the waterway.
Why Canal Boaters Love The Bird in Hand
- Perfect Location: Right on the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal with moorings close by
- Friendly Welcome: A relaxed pub where boaters, walkers, and locals come together
- Scenic Views: Enjoy your meal or drink right beside the water
- Good Food & Real Ales: Classic pub favourites served with care
Explore the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal
One of the most picturesque waterways in the country, the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal winds through leafy countryside, locks, and historic canal villages. A stop at The Bird in Hand gives you the chance to experience both the heritage of the canal and the comfort of a true waterside pub.
Visit The Bird in Hand Canalside Pub
Whether you’re on a boating holiday, a towpath walk, or simply looking for a relaxed canalside meal, The Bird in Hand is a must-visit destination. With its great food, local ales, and beautiful setting beside the canal, it captures the essence of waterways life.
The Bird in Hand – enjoy waterside drinking and dining on the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal.
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