North Claines & Salwarpe

North Claines & Salwarpe is a ward in the Wychavon district, characterised by its rural landscape and small settlements. The area includes the villages of North Claines, Salwarpe, and Ladywood, situated on the northern outskirts of Droitwich Spa. The terrain is primarily agricultural, with fields and hedgerows defining the scenery. The Ward Brook, a tributary of the River Salwarpe, flows through this low-lying area, influencing its land use and drainage patterns.

The community is centred around its historic parish churches, such as St. John the Baptist in Salwarpe, which dates to the Norman period. The local economy has traditional ties to agriculture and salt extraction, linked to Droitwich's history. A notable feature is the Salwarpe Court nature reserve, a site of special scientific interest that protects wetland habitats and associated wildlife within the floodplain.