Nestled in the Staffordshire countryside, the historic village of Kinver offers a charming escape, renowned for its rich heritage and a thriving independent high street. While Kinver Edge boasts breathtaking views with scenic landscapes and unique homes carved into rock – Nanny’s Rock, Vale’s Rock, and Holy Austin – local business owners are eager to remind visitors that the heart of the village extends far beyond its natural landmarks. Locals worry that people ‘overlook’ this hidden high street gem, which is just round the corner from the iconic caves, where you’ll find a traditional bakery, tearooms, pubs, cute shops, a butchers and more. READ MORE: The ‘perfect’ lakeside park with a great cafe just 40 minutes from Birmingham Harry, owner of Cafe Number 5, highlights the unique appeal of the area’s bustling local economy. “Kinver is a really traditional heritage village, really well known for its small independents, especially the local bakery, the small pubs and down to like the jewellers and stuff,” he shares. For Harry, the village also provides a welcome change of …