Austrey is a vibrant and active village that has the benefit of a Village Shop / Post Office, C of E Primary School, Pre-School and a Playgroup. The village has two Church's, St Nicholas Church of England that dates back to the 13th century and an early-19th-century Baptist Church. The Bird in Hand 15th Century Thatched Pub and Village Hall (former Parochial School, erected 1850) are both well frequented. The area in and around Austrey has many equestrian (horse) livery yards and stables providing great facilities for equine enthusiasts.