Smiths' Lane

One of the major walks from the High St to the river, Smiths Lane has never been an alley, though it was once much narrower and full of life. The Abbey Brewery was established here, one of several in Tewkesbury, with its tower a landmark on the High Street. When it closed it became a garage, but this and all the cottages behind it towards the river, were demolished to build a supermarket. On the opposite side were cottages from the Britannia to the river, with Sweet’s Court in the middle. Look down the lane to see the bridge over the Mill Avon and the Severn Ham meadow beyond. Smith’s Lane has recently been repaved in Staffordshire Blue brick, once the sign of a public alley, now used for its attractive finish and long life. The recesses in the wall of Poundland interest Project Alleycat, as a potential outdoor art gallery.