Atherstone

Atherstone is a market town in the north of Warwickshire.

Understand
Atherstone had a population of 9,200 in 2021, and the wider built-up area, including Mancetter, had a population of 11,300. The town's history dates back to Roman times. It was famous for its hatting industry in the 16th century. The Atherstone Ball Game has taken place on Shrove Tuesday in the town for more than 800 years, and has a reputation as a complete free-for-all.

Get in
Atherstone is just off the A5. It can be reached by car or by train or bus, with both trains and buses in accessible locations. The 48 bus is the quickest way from Nuneaton to Atherstone.

Get around
There are regular buses with signposted stops in the town and several taxi services.

Buy
The town's shopping is limited, consisting mainly of charity shops on Long Street, the town's main shopping street.

Eat
Long Street has several chip shops.

Drink
There are several pubs.

Connect
As of May 2024, Atherstone and its approach highways have 4G from EE, O2 and Vodafone, and 5G from Three.

Go next

 * Nuneaton
 * Tamworth