Wilmcote & Great Alne

Wilmcote & Great Alne are rural villages located just northwest of Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire. The area is characterised by rolling countryside, farmland, and scattered woodland, offering a quiet setting with easy access to the town. Wilmcote is best known as the childhood home of Mary Arden, Shakespeare’s mother, with the preserved Tudor farmstead now a popular heritage site. Great Alne, a smaller settlement, has a traditional village feel with a parish church and local amenities.

The villages are connected by country lanes and footpaths, including sections of the Stratford-upon-Avon Canal, which provides scenic walking routes. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of historic cottages and modern housing. Agriculture remains a visible part of the landscape, while commuting links to Stratford-upon-Avon and Birmingham make it practical for working residents. The nearby River Alne adds to the rural charm, with gentle waterways and open fields defining the surroundings.