It’s not just holidaymakers that are attracted to The Malverns; over the past few months lots of new and exciting businesses have been opening their doors across our district. Our towns, Tenbury Wells, Malvern and Upton upon Severn, were already overflowing with independent businesses and fantastic cuisines but now there’s even more to explore with a new bagel shop, florist, greengrocers and more.
The Malverns is positively brimming with new activities, shops and eateries with more exiting plans unfolding over the next few months – see all this, as well as your longstanding favourites, on your next visit.
Gandies Coffee – Kempsey
Stylish new coffee and brunch place comes to Kempsey. With a modern look and lovely views of the surrounding countryside this is one not to miss. They have a great menu of brunch classics, takeaway sandwiches, pancakes as well as evening community events – what’s not to love!
Bud to Bloom – Link Top
Sustainable floristry with an eye to all things naturally beautiful. They can create arrangements for weddings, gifts, funerals and corporate events as well as offering flower subscriptions and potted indoor plants.
Bud to BloomGarnet and Pearl – Upton upon Severn
Friendly and supportive lingerie and bra fitting shop has opened on New Street in Upton upon Severn. They offer personalised bra fittings by appointment and walk ins taken depending on availability, maternity and post surgery options and inclusive sizing.
Garnet and PearlPenny Plain – Tenbury Wells
This women’s clothing shop offers a wide range of brands including Penny Plain, TIGI and Vis – a – Vis.
The Lantern – Reopened as authentic Indian restaurant
The recently built restaurant, talking in incredible views from Belle Vue Terrace in Great Malvern, has reopened now focussing on authentic Indian food. A vibrant destination for traditional Indian cuisine in the heart of beautiful Malvern surrounded by natural beauty, this is an idyllic setting for your dinner.
From delicious tandoor-inspired dishes to traditional Indian curries, The Lantern has something for everyone to enjoy, including the outdoor terrace with views!
Access The Lantern via the Mount Pleasant Hotel car park.
The LanternTeme Valley Farm Shop – Tenbury Wells
This new farm shop stocks local produce including fresh fruit and veg, honey, eggs and dairy products as well as local cut flowers and plants for the garden.
Teme Valley Farm ShopThree Counties Lounge – Barnards Green
This new foodie offering for Barnards Green has had great reviews since opening this Spring. The new venture is run by the owner of the next door 3 Counties Fish Bar Kamran Jaff, who spotted the empty location. The cafe serves a range of cakes, pastries, sausage rolls, coffee and other drinks as well as having outdoor seating at the front of the building.
Three Counties LoungeClarity Homecare – Tenbury Wells
This local in home care company have opened up a face to face shopfront in Tenbury Well.
Clarity HomecareKings Head – Upton upon Severn
Punch Pubs have recently taken over The Kings Head in Upton and given it a sparkling new makeover.
Punch PubsThe Steamhouse – Great Malvern
Bagels, pastries, coffee and a great view! The Steamhouse is a small chain of brunch spots who have now opened a location in Great Malvern.
SteamhouseHarvest Fresh – Malvern Link
New one stop shop for fresh fruit and veg has opened in Malvern Link
Harvest FreshKnot New
Second hand furniture, brocante and coffee in a beautiful location set in Kyre Park Gardens just outside Tenbury Wells
Knot NewVea Reformer
The clubhouse at Manor Park has been renovated into a state of the art reformer Pilates studio – opening soon!
Vea ReformerVintage Forever – Powick
Vintage and reclaimed furniture business Vintage Forever have moved their popular garden ware yard to Stepway Link Community Hub, Hospital Lane, Powick, WR2 4NH
Vintage foreverOpened Spring 2026
- Fashion Museum Malvern – Great Malvern
- The Old Royal Library Pub – Great Malvern
- Chamberlain’s Coffee House – Malvern Link
- AVS Studios – Malvern Link
- Bark ‘n’ Beauty – Link Top
- James Torrence the Butcher – Upton upon Severn
- Tenbury Community Shop – Tenbury Wells
- The Little Herb Remedy – Tenbury Wells
- Soul Sanctuary – Tenbury Wells
- The Malvern Tavern & Friday Beer Company Brewery – Link Top
- Colwall Park Hotel – Under New Management
- Bear & Ragged Staff, Bransford – Under New Management
Opened Autumn/Winter 2025
- Tech Tony – Upton upon Severn
- Teme Valley Artisans – Tenbury Wells
- Chocotastic – Hanley Swan
- Sweet Buns – Malvern Link
- Bark & Beauty – Link Top
- The Malvern Dog Company – Great Malvern
- Art- Elier – Tenbury Wells
- Upton upon Severn Boat Trips
- Collective – Malvern Link
- Belle Vue Patisserie – Great Malvern
Opened Summer 2025
- Restaurant Sow at the Netherwood Estate
- Temple Massage – Great Malvern
- The Crown at Martley
- Stitch Hollow – Malvern Link
- Lonsdale’s Fresh Produce – Great Malvern
- The Secret Garden Tearoom – Witley Court
- Strawberry Tree – Great Malvern
- The Watson Kitchen – Great Malvern
- Little Olives Play Café – Great Malvern
- Rock on Son Records – Upton upon Severn
- Dubs in the middle festival – Hanley Castle
- Faun Wines – Great Malvern
- Jasper & Pip – Great Malvern
Opened Spring 2025
- The Old Hunting Lodge at The Talbot
- Bear Ink Tattoo Studio – Tenbury Wells
- The Lab – Barnards Green
- Aetheria Gallery & Studio – Great Malvern
- Age UK – Barnards Green
- Malvern Hills Vintage – Great Malvern
Opened Winter 24/25
- The Bell at Pensax
- The Violet Bookshop – Upton upon Severn
- Bilberry Café – Malvern Link
- The Bear and Ragged Staff Reopening – Brandsford
- Little Figlets Play Area – The Fig, Great Malvern
- The Grape Tree – Great Malvern
- Istanbul Barbers – Great Malvern
Opened Summer 2024
- The Picnic Box Re Opening – Great Malvern
- J. Maverick Craft Ales & Ciders – Upton upon Severn
- Coffee Wolf – Upton upon Severn
- Cromwell’s Ale & Wine – Upton upon Severn
- Kings Ink – Link Top
- Escape to the Lake – Leigh
- Astley Vineyard, Shepherds Huts – Stourport-on-Severn
- Playground Pilates Studio – Stanford Bridge
- The English Country House – Tenbury Wells
- B&M – Great Malvern
- Papas Caffe – Great Malvern
- Native – Tenbury Wells
- The Technology Station – Great Malvern
- Night Owl Brewery – Storridge
Opened Spring 2024
- Madresfield Butchers and Grill – Great Malvern
- Amaze Move to New Location and New Malvern Market – Great Malvern
- Regal Folk Festival – Tenbury Wells
- Brewbox – Great Malvern
- The Little Herb Remedy – Tenbury Wells
- Madry of Malvern – Malvern Link
- Professor Willy’s – Great Malvern
- Louise James Florist Move to Malvern Link
- New Amnesty Bookshop Now Open – Great Malvern
- Royal Oak – Leigh Sinton
- Ralph Court Gardens – Dinosaur World
- The Red Lion – Holt Heath
- Malvern Hills Florists – Great Malvern
- Papa’s Caffe – Great Malvern
- St Richards Hospice Clearance Shop – Barnards Green
- Croome Changing Places Toilet
- Upton Toilets Renovation
Opened Autumn/ Winter 2023/24
- Russell Ankers Jewellery – Tenbury Wells
- Hillbilly’s Open Eat In Location – Malvern Link
- The Lantern – Great Malvern
- The Cobhouse Country Park – Wichenford
- St. Richards Hospice Charity Shop – Barnards Green
- Eternally Ageless Aesthetics – Tenbury Wells
- Fox, Town and Country – Great Malvern
- Grace & Mae Hair and Beauty – Great Malvern
- Dandelion – Upton upon Severn
- Pitter Potter – Tenbury Wells
- Seasalt – Great Malvern
- The Unicorn Refurbishment – Great Malvern
- London House Café Refurbishment – Malvern Link
- Upton upon Severn Public Toilet Refurbishment
Opened Spring/Summer 2023
- Mini golf at Café No 8, Upton upon Severn
- Happy Bike, bike hire and repairs in Great Malvern
- Malverns Coffee Culture, Great Malvern
- Garlands Flowers, florist in Tenbury Wells
- Thai Cuisine at The Plume of Feathers, Castlemorton
- Rossiter Books, Great Malvern
- Alturo Lounge Café Bar, Great Malvern
- Vintage 496 – Great Malvern
- Mini Golf at Top Barn – Holt Heath
- Dirty D’s Doughnuts – Great Malvern
- The Fig Deli – Great Malvern
- Lonsdale’s Fresh Produce – Link Top
- Rainbow Crafts – Tenbury Wells
