Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Shropshire & Staffordshire

High sandstone ridge and hill fort overlooking dramatic red sandstone rock houses. The Rock Houses are open weekends November - January.

Holy Austin Rock Houses, Compton Road, Kinver, near Stourbridge, Staffordshire, DY7 6DL

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The front room inside Fletcher's Cottage at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, Staffordshire. A welcoming fire burns in the lead range. The interior has been recreated in the Victorian style.

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Opening times for 3 November 2026
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Countryside Dawn - Dusk
Garden and tea room Closed
Rock Houses Closed
Kinver Rock Houses are open Friday to Sunday during term time and Thursday to Monday during local school holidays. Please check our opening times before you visit. On the Opening Times calendar, click on the date you intend to visit to view which areas are open and when. PLEASE NOTE THAT LAST ADMISSION FOR THE ROCK HOUSES AND TEAROOM IS 3.30PM
Admission applies to visit the Rock Houses. Adult (18+), Child (5-17), under 5s free, Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children). Free entry for National Trust members and under 5s.

Admission to Rock Houses for non-members
Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+) £9.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free £4.50
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £22.50
One adult family £13.50
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Bookshop
Second hand book shop located behind the tea room
Car park
Free lay-by parking on Compton Road for the Rock Houses or on Comber road for countryside walks on Kinver Edge.
Dogs allowed
Dog on leads allowed in the meadow and garden at the Rock Houses, but not inside the Rock Houses or Tea-room. 'Off lead' walks on Kinver Edge, please look out for seasonal signs that designate 'on lead' areas.
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Tea-room
Located on the top level of the Rock Houses. Accessed by steep steps.
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By road
From Kidderminster take the A449 or from Stourbridge take the A458, following signs for the village of Kinver. The Rock Houses are signposted from Kinver High Street.
Parking: is free lay-by parking, on Compton Road for the Rock Houses, or on Comber Road for the wider countryside of the Edge.
Sat Nav: use postcode DY7 6DL to arrive at the Rock Houses
On foot
The rock houses are a 15 minute walk away from Kinver village. You can also walk up on to Kinver Edge from Kingswood to the southwest. The estate lies at the end of the Staffordshire Way, a popular 91 mile path to Mow Cop in Cheshire. It also links up with the North Worcestershire Way, which continues on to Major's Green, via the Clent Hills.
By train
Stourbridge is the nearest train station, 5 miles away
By bus
From Stourbridge Interchange take the number 242 to Kinver. From Kidderminster take the number 580 to Kinver. We recommend you check with the operator that the services are running and that operating days and times are accurate before you travel.
Cycling
National Cycle Network route 54 is 5 miles away at Stourbridge and 8 miles away at Kidderminster. Canal towpaths link to Kinver from both towns. Look out for areas on Kinver Edge that are designated for cyclists and be mindful of other users.
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By ferry
The Staffordshire and Worcestershire canal is one miles walk away from Kinver Edge. It links with the Stourbridge canal 2 miles north of the village. Both canals pass through some remarkable countryside and industrial scenery

Planning your visit

Check our opening times before you visit

The Rock Houses at Kinver Edge are open weekends November - January. Please check our opening times before you visit. On the Opening Times calendar, click on the date you intend to visit to view which areas are open and when.

Exterior of Martindale Cottage at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses. The bottom of a red sandstone rock face is shown with a central door and two windows with green shutters.

Christmas at the Rock Houses Kinver Edge

There's something for everyone at the Rock Houses this Christmas. Meet Father and Mother Christmas in their traditional green robes, or cosy up beside the fire for a wintry tale at breakfast time. Four-legged friends can take part in the magic too with a special Santa Paws visit.

Visiting Kinver Edge with your dog

Kinver Edge is a two pawprint rated place. It's a great place to come and exercise with your dog, with miles of footpaths and open countryside for you to explore.

Kinver Edge dog walking heathland spring Staffordshire

Learning at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Discover the learning opportunities at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, and get in touch about bringing your group.

Volunteers with young visitors on the beach at Stackpole, Pembrokeshire, Wales

Map of Rock Houses at Kinver Edge

Download or view a map of the Rock Houses, garden and tea-room at Kinver Edge.

Map of Kinver Edge

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Accessibility at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Discover the accessibility features at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses. The historic Rock Houses and countryside we care for present challenges in creating access for all, but we are working to ensure Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses are accessible to as many visitors as possible. Here you’ll find information about how to make the most of your visit.

Green bag with lots of fun toys and helpful items

Two visitors walking through the grounds of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal with the abbey ruins in the background

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Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk
Garden and tea room	Closed
Rock Houses	Closed

Ticket type	With Gift Aid	Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+)		£9.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free		£4.50
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children)		£22.50
One adult family		£13.50

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