TOURIST attractions in Wyre Forest are featured in a guide to the English countryside.

The second edition of Country Living Guide to Rural England - The Heart of England, has been written by Peter Long.

It includes a chapter devoted to Worcestershire and among the places of interest to visit are Harvington Hall at Chaddesley Corbett, Hartlebury Castle and The Wyre Forest Visitor Centre at Callow Hill.

West Midland Safari Park, Bewdley Museum and Severn Valley Railway are also featured in the guide, which has information about the history of the district as well details of country walks, shops and restaurants.

As well as Worcestershire, there is information about nearby counties including Shropshire, Herefordshire, Staffordshire and Warwickshire.

For further information, visit www.travelpublishing.co.uk or telephone 0118 981 7777.