[1] Upton is situated on the west bank of the River Severn and is located 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Malvern.

[8] The town's main built up area lies on slightly higher ground than the surrounding countryside, and in the past became an island during severe floods.

[9] Upton is the home of The White Lion Hotel, a 16th-century coaching inn, where parts of the building date back to 1510.

The building has undergone many transformations over the centuries and is easily found on the high street due to its distinctive portico, adorned with its very own lion.

Reputed to have played a part in the English Civil War, where soldiers from both sides are alleged to have enjoyed the hospitality of this popular local hostelry prior to the Battle of Worcester.