Whether you’re heading into Worcester, getting to an appointment, or just need a ride home, here’s a quick guide to local taxis, GP services, and bus travel from Kempsey.
Local Taxi Services
These taxi firms serve Kempsey and the wider Worcester area. Tap to call and book your ride:
- Kempsey Car Services (01905 820921)
- Brookside Taxis (01905 429833)
- Cathedral Cars (01905 767400) cathedralcars.net
Tip: Most taxi companies take bookings by phone, and some have apps or online booking options.
Doctors & GP Services
Kempsey Surgery – main reception (01905 820466) haresfieldandkempseysurgeries.co.uk
• For repeat prescriptions, call between 10:00–11:00am haresfieldandkempseysurgeries.co.uk
• Out-of-hours emergency line: 01905 368502
Community Travel Support:
If conventional taxis or buses aren’t suitable, community transport schemes offer volunteer-driven transport for medical visits, shopping, and essential trips. Pre-registration is usually required.
Worcester Wheels Community Transport (01905 450654) – volunteer transport for Worcester & surrounding villages communitytravel.org.uk
Community Transport Helpline: 0300 330 1399 – general Worcestershire transport info & local scheme contacts
Bus Services from Kempsey
Buses run from stops around Kempsey (Village Hall, Pixham Ferry Lane, Florence Close, Brookend Lane, Windmill Lane) into Worcester and nearby areas.
Main Routes
- Service 32 / 332 – Worcester ↔ Kempsey ↔ Baynhall / Hanley Castle / Upton
- Services 333 / 334 – Additional First Worcestershire connections
Bus travel info & planner: Check worcestershire.gov.uk for timetables and journey planning (including service changes).
A few travel tips:
- Buses typically take around 15–20 minutes from Kempsey into Worcester city centre.
- Stops are located at key points in the village – check timetables before you travel as times and frequencies can change seasonally.
- Worcestershire County’s bus timetable page offers a journey planner and service updates if you want to plan longer journeys or check for changes: Worcestershire.gov.uk. Worcestershire County Council
Quick Local Tips
- Booking ahead for taxis can save waiting time, especially evenings and weekends.
- Bus passes, including concessionary passes, can reduce fares on most local services. Worcestershire County Council
- For community transport options (especially for medical or mobility needs), contact the relevant provider ahead of time – some require booking a day or more in advance.
