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WORCESTERSHIRE
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WORCESTER
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NORTH WORCESTERSHIRE
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THE MALVERNS
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WORCESTERSHIRE’S VALE & SPA www.valeandspa.com
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WORCESTERshire contents 04 Worcestershire Overview 05 Worcester City Overview 06 The Malverns Overview 07 North Worcestershire Overview 08 Vale & Spa Overview 09-21 History & Heritage 13-18 Maps 22-23 Gardens
24 Garden Centres 24-26 Local Crafts, Food & Drink 26 Creative Courses 26-27 Sports & Well Being 28-29 Great Outdoors 30-31 Events 31-34 Attractions Index 35 Tourist Information Centres
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Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy at the time of printing, March 2018, the publisher accepts no responsibility for omissions or errors within this publication. Destination Worcestershire works in partnership with Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce.
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WORCESTERSHIRE Visit all year round and you will be surprised by the endless things to do, whatever your hobbies and interests. If you are just looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you’ll find an escape to the country filled with tranquillity and stunning scenery on your doorstep in Worcestershire. Worcester, in the heart of the county, is a city of historical importance with considerable cultural heritage. Sir Edward Elgar, England’s greatest composer made his mark on the city with music, arts and entertainment being embedded into the city’s core with a fantastic calendar of events. Explore beyond the city and you will find a mixture of attractions to entice you to stay even longer, from family fun on Steam Trains or animal adventures at farms, safari parks and more. Warmer months are filled with festivals and events galore, Located in the or pick from a choice of museums and art galleries. Heart of England,
The contrasting landscapes of hill ranges, river valleys and ancient forests, alongside the county’s distinct heritage offer of iron age hill forts, stately homes, steam railways, Civil War connections and Victorian industrial heritage, provide an experience unlike any other. The quaint villages filled with listed buildings throughout the county also add that extra something special, with beautiful honey coloured Cotswold villages in the south and plenty of black and white villages in the rest of the county, which add a little bit more of the past into Worcestershire’s tourism charm.
Worcestershire offers a blend of experiences with quintessential English charm. With so much to discover you’ll want to visit and return again and again.
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WORCESTER CITY Worcester is a beautiful Cathedral and University city with a wealth of history, heritage, sports and culture. So whether visiting with friends, a family, young or old, there really is something for everyone.
House & Garden and the 500 year old Tudor House Museum. If you prefer to join a guided tour around the city, walks are available every day, morning and evening, from the Guildhall which in its own right is a truly beautiful building dating back to 1721. For the keen shopper, Worcester boasts a unique shopping experience with a mix of the very best High Street names; House of Fraser, Marks & Spencer, Joules, Jack Wills and an unrivalled selection of independent shops and boutiques. Worcester’s event programme has a wide variety of choice, including Worcester Motor Festival in May, and Worcester Foodie Festival in July, concluding with Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre in November.
The city is best known for its magnificent Cathedral but is also famous for the world renowned Worcester Porcelain, the piquant Worcestershire Sauce and the most picturesque cricket ground in the country. To really appreciate the unique architecture of the city, brave the 235 steps of the Cathedral Tower.
In the heart of the city is Grayfriars House & Gardens, a stunnning black and white National Trust property, with beautiful gardens away from the hustle and bustle. For further information on Worcester and help planning your visit explore www.visitworcester.com or contact Worcester Tourist Information Centre on 01905 726311 or email tourism@worcester.gov.uk.
Take a stroll around the city centre and explore The Commandery to learn about our important role in the English Civil War. See a contemporary exhibition at the City Art Gallery & Museum and admire the half-timbered buildings in Friar Street. These include Greyfriars’ www.visitworcestershire.org
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THE MALVERNS Escape to a landscape untouched by time. Malvern, once described as ‘middle England personified’ offers a wide range of things to see and do. The Malvern Hills extend for nine miles, offering ideal walking conditions and spectacular views stretching to the Cotswolds and the Welsh Marches.
The area has inspired many great artists such as English composer Sir Edward Elgar and famed authors W.H. Auden, C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. Malvern is also the home of the 11th century Great Malvern Priory, the Morgan Motor Company and the source of the world renowned Malvern Spring Water. Whether in Malvern, Upton upon Severn or Tenbury Wells there is something for everyone, from guided walks and trails to gardens, exploring history at the heritage centres and museums, premier theatre or just relaxing in a health spa. Other attractions in the area range from historic properties such as Croome, Witley Court & Gardens, the Elgar Birthplace Museum to vineyards and spa facilities. The Elgar Trail and the Teme Valley Trail offer the visitor opportunities to take in the inspirational English countryside. A hub for events, Malvern is home to the Three Counties Showground as well as the Malvern Theatres, famous for its programme of top touring drama
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and musicals. The riverside town of Upton upon Severn hosts a vibrant year-long events programme which includes Jazz, Folk, Blues and now an International Rock and Pop festival. Tenbury Wells is the home of English mistletoe, hosting the largest holly and mistletoe market, and the only mistletoe season, in the UK. The area is also famous for cider apples, and Tenbury holds an annual Applefest in October. The Malverns are a visitor destination for all seasons and a warm welcome for all awaits.
For further information please visit our website: www.visitthemalverns.org or contact the Malvern Tourist Information Centre on 01684 www.visitworcestershire.org 892289.
NORTH WORCESTERSHIRE Visit the North Worcestershire Towns of Bewdley, Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Redditch and Stourport where natural beauty meets industrial heritage. In Bromsgrove, visit The Wythall Transport Museum with over 90 Buses and an assortment of electric vans from the past to see and ride on. Avoncroft Museum, England’s first open air collection of historic buildings provides something for all ages, including an award winning Edwardian Tea Room. Kidderminster is home to The Weavers Real Ale House, winners of the Worcestershire Real Ale CAMRA Award for 2017, the national Museum of Carpet telling 300 years of carpet making history and the Victorian grade two listed Town Hall. Explore the area on Severn Valley Railway, or at West Midlands Safari and Leisure Park, home to beautiful and endangered animals. Indulge your senses in natural beauty at Arley and Bodenham Arboretums or in the Wyre Forest, where outdoor lovers can walk, horse ride and cycle, or enjoy a “GO Ape” high wire top experience.
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Stourport on Severn combines a river and canal side setting with open green space, amusements, boat hire, river cruises, fairground rides, and paddling pool, great for all ages. The historic town of Bewdley is another riverside town, known for its annual arts festival, which attracts visitors from far and wide as music, books and comedy come together. A mix of old and new in Redditch sees the history of the needle and fishing tackle industry, told via the Forge Mill Needle Museum, alongside ruins of Bordesley Abbey a 12th-century Cistercian Abbey. See excavated items on display at the on-site Visitor Centre and Museum. New for 2018, in the town you will find a large bronze memorial depicting the Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, who was born in Redditch. You can search for the many festivals and events happening throughout the year on visitworcestershire.org . For further information contact the Tourist Information Centre at Bewdley on 0845 6077819, or at Redditch on 01527 60806
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Worcestershire’s Vale & Spa Worcesteshire’s Vale and Spa spans from the Cotswold village of Broadway and the Vale of Evesham in the south to the salt heritage of Droitwich Spa in the north. The magnificent natural environment is complemented by built influences from Georgians, Victorians and even Medieval and Roman times. In the springtime, the Vale of Evesham is adorned with blossom. Hillsides rising from the Avon shimmer with plum white and apple pink, and country lanes deliver views into orchards behind the damson trees traditionally planted in hedgerows to protect the main fruit from the wind. This is the perfect occasion to explore the 50 mile AA signed Blossom Trail by car, coach or The British Asparagus Festival in the Vale of Evesham runs from St George’s Day, the 23 April through until Midsummers Day on the 21 June, so time your visit to experience the sights and scents of the blossom, unique events, festivals and the best local produce in town and village pubs and restaurants.
bicycle, to appreciate the views across the Vale and eat in a local pub or restaurant. If spring is for the sight and scent, then August is for the taste, as Pershore wraps itself in purple for its Plum Festival. The Bank Holiday weekend sees thousands of plummy devotees descend on the town to appreciate the fruit at this multi awardwinning event. September sees Salt Fest in Droitwich Spa celebrating the saline heritage of the town and having the advantage of promoting the newly launched Droitwich Salt and its associated products. The town is a hive of activity over the weekend, with a craft and farmers’ market, music and entertainment, and of course the Romans all assisting in delivering a colourful, vibrant event. Whether it’s a boat trip on the Mid Worcestershire Canal Ring, a stay in a farmhouse B&B, a Cotswold walk, a rural break in a quality hotel, buying local produce in a farm shop or enjoying one of our various great festivals, this part of Worcestershire has everything to you could want for that perfect day trip, short stay or longer break. For further information please visit www.valeandspa.com or contact Angela Taylor on 01386 565373.
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HISTORY & HERITAGE
LITTLE MALVERN COURT
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LITTLE MALVERN COURT, NR MALVERN WR14 4JN T 01684 892988 W littlemalverncourt.co.uk
OPEN: Mid April-mid July. Wed & Thu 2.15-5pm. House and Garden £8 (Children £2), House or Garden £7 (Children £1). Garden open e P at other times by appointment
GOFF’S SCHOOL, CROSS STREET, TENBURY WELLS WR15 8EF
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CHURCH STREET, MALVERN WR14 2AY W greatmalvernpriory.org.uk
15th century Prior’s Hall and associated rooms of former Benedictine Monastery, once attached to Little Malvern Priory, now the Parish Church. Collection of needlework, vestments, small library and paintings of interest. Extensive views and beautiful location. Best seen in spring and early summer. Bulbs, flowering shrubs, old roses and topiary.
TENBURY MUSEUM
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Welcome to Great Malvern Priory. Building dating from 1085. Medieval stained glass. Carved monks’ seats. OPEN Daily 9am-5pm. Join our main services on Sunday at 8am, 10.30am and 6.30pm
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MALVERN MUSEUM
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PRIORY GATEHOUSE, ABBEY ROAD MALVERN WR14 3ES T 01684 567811 W malvernmuseum.co.uk
Housed in a small Victorian school building, this museum aims to give a flavour of the development of the market town of Tenbury Wells and surrounding area through objects, images and sound.
Visit us to find out about the geology of the Malvern Hills, medieval Malvern, the Water Cure, Elgar and Shaw, Morgan cars, radar and telecoms – and much more.
OPEN: Easter-End of Oct. Closed Mon & Wed. Open Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat, 11am-1.30pm. Sun and Bank Holidays 2-4pm.
OPEN: Daily End of Mar-End of Oct, 10.30am-5pm. Adult £2, Child 50p. Groups by arrangement
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Delightful museum /visitor centre located in a 16th century house and garden– local interest exhibitions. OPEN: Easter-End of Oct Tues-Sun 1.30-4.30pm
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UPTON UPON SEVERN TIC & HERITAGE CENTRE
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CHURCH ST, UPTON UPON SEVERN WR8 0HX T 01684 594200 W visitthemalverns.org The Upton TIC & Heritage Centre are jointly located in the oldest surviving building in the riverside town. Displays illustrate the history, growth and development of the town. OPEN: Summer (Apr–Sep, 10am-5pm) Mon–Wed, Fri & Sat. Winter (Oct–Mar, 10am4pm) Mon, Fri, Sat. Other days subject to staff availability
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AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS
STOKE HEATH, BROMSGROVE B60 4JR T E W
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An award-winning museum with a collection of over 30 rescued and restored buildings including a working 19th century windmill, a Medieval Town House, a fully-furnished 1940s prefab and the National Telephone Kiosk Collection. A lively programme of events includes historical re-enactments, open-air theatre, workshops and family fun days.
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OPENING HOURS: Jan & Feb, Sat & Sun only, 10.30am–4pm Mar–June, Tues–Sun, 10.30am–5pm July & August, Daily, 10.30am–5pm Sept & Oct, Tues – Sun, 10.30am – 5pm Nov & Dec, Tues–Sun, 10.30am – 4pm Admission fee applies
BEWDLEY MUSEUM
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Situated in the delightful Georgian town of Bewdley, this unique museum can be enjoyed by the whole family. Imaginative displays offer an insight into the rich history of the town and the Wyre Forest area. Stroll through the gates into the Jubilee Gardens where a restored orchard, distinctive play sculptures and a wildlife pond create a traditional yet contemporary atmosphere. Also enjoy an exciting programme of events, temporary exhibitions and education programmes which complement hands-on demonstrations and holiday craft activities.
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BROADWAY TOWER
MIDDLE HILL, BROADWAY WR12 7LB T E W
01386 852390 info@broadwaytower.co.uk www.broadwaytower.co.uk
A unique ‘Capability’ Brown folly, Broadway Tower offers visitors spectacular panoramic views across 16 counties from the dramatic roof platform. Three floors of displays illustrate the history of the Tower and its association with, amongst others, William Morris.
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Tours of the secret nuclear bunker, presented as it was in service during the Cold War, run at weekends and Bank Holiday Mondays from April to October. The café offers a warm welcome, delicious food and an opportunity to browse quality gifts. Don’t leave without saying “hello” to the Red Deer.
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OPENING HOURS: Tower: 10am-5pm daily Cafe: 9am-5pm daily (may vary in severe weather) Admission fee applies
EASTNOR CASTLE
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A fairytale Georgian castle dramatically situated in the foothills of the Malverns, near Ledbury, Herefordshire and surrounded by a beautiful arboretum and lake.
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In the grounds there is an adventure playground, maze, junior assault course, woodland play area, lakeside & woodland walks and an event on every visitor open day. Please visit the website for further details and to buy discounted tickets.
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DROITWICH SPA HERITAGE CENTRE
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Enjoy a 24 mile round trip through glorious Cotswold scenery behind heritage steam engines, diesels and railcars. Travel over the 15 arch Stanway viaduct and through the 693 yard tunnel at Greet.
Housed on the former Brine Baths site, browse the comprehensive Tourist Information Centre; explore the history of salt production; then experience “Droitwich Calling” in our Radio Room featuring a unique display of BBC broadcasting equipment.
OPENING HOURS: 4 Mar 2017 to 1 Jan 2018 – train operating days vary, see web site for details
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FORGE MILL NEEDLE MUSEUM NEEDLE MILL LANE, RIVERSIDE, REDDITCH, WORCESTERSHIRE B98 8HY T E W
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The Forge Mill Needle Museum tells the fascinating and sometimes gruesome story of Victorian needle making. Just a short walk from the mill are the medieval ruins of Bordesley Abbey. For exciting exhibitions and events programme please see the website.
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01564 826471 enquiries@wythall.org.uk wythall.org.uk Bewdley Town Centre Map
T 01905 21247 E info@museumofroyalworcester.org W www.museumofroyalworcester.org Stourport-on-Severn Town Centre Map The Museum is undergoing an exciting refurbishment An extensive collection of buses and battery powered programme and will reopen in May 2018. Up until electric vehicles plus a miniature steam railway which that date we will run special offers and events. Make operates on event days. sure you visit to see work in action, mix with past Royal Worcester Artists who regularly work in our OPENING HOURS: galleries and learn about the world’s finest collection Open weekends and bank holidays Easter to October. of Worcester Porcelain. See website for more details Admission fee applies
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FOREGATE STREET, WORCESTER WR1 1DT T 01905 25371 Worcestershire’s premier Art Gallery & Museum invites you to enjoy temporary exhibitions, permanent displays featuring highlights from the collections, family activities, gift shop and delightful Balcony Café in a beautiful Victorian building with a warm welcome. Benjamin Williams Leader: Blest by the suns of home 17th February – 2nd June FREE ENTRY
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SIDBURY, WORCESTER WR1 2HU T 01905 361821 The Commandery brings to life tales of treason, treachery and tragedy in a beautiful building with a bloody past, in the heart of historic Worcester where the English Civil War began and ended. Immerse yourself in Worcester’s Civil War Story, taking you on an atmospheric journey through The Commandery’s most significant moment in history. From February – December, be awed by the magnificent Medieval Great Hall, discover the monastic painted chamber and join one of our regular demonstrations, from Civil War weaponry to Medieval medicine.
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HARTLEBURY CASTLE, KIDDERMINSTER DY11 7XZ T 01299 250416 Explore the historic house that was home to the Bishops of Worcester for 1000 years. Tour grand state rooms, explore grounds and gardens, enjoy the Worcestershire County Museum’s fascinating collections including costumes, transport and toy gallery. New Café, children’s play area and year round events. Open Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5pm, weekends 11am – 5pm.
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Discover Hanbury's rich story as a showpiece of Discover Hanbury's rich story as a showpiece of status and success for London lawyer Thomas status andVernon. success for London lawyer Thomas Vernon. See the wall and ceiling paintings commissioned from Sir ceiling James Thornhill andcommissioned the uniquely See the wall and paintings reconstructed formal gardens by Royal Gardener, from Sir James Thornhill and the uniquely George London.
Discover acenturies house built in the for reflected the1480's, fortuneswhich of its surroundings, centuries until reflected fortunes of its surroundings, it was the rescued and carefully restored by the until it wasMatley-Moores. rescued and carefully restored by the Matley-Moores.
School Road, Hanbury, Worcestershire WR9 7EA School Road, Hanbury, Worcestershire WR9 7EA
reconstructed formal gardens by Royal Gardener, Call 01527 821 214 for details George London. nationaltrust.org.uk/Hanburyhall
Discover its unique and creative interior and see the changing of the seasons in an inner-city garden.
Discover its unique and creative interior and see the Callthe 01905 23571 for changing of seasons indetails an inner-city garden.
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Explore 500of years of history through lens Explore 500 years history through thethe lens of an unusual brother and sister. of an unusual brother and sister. Discover a house built in the 1480's, which for
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The Firs: of Sir TheBirthplace Firs: Birthplace of Sir Edward Edward ElgarElgar
Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester
Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester Visit the cottage where one of Britain's best loved
Visit the cottage where Britain's best loved composers was one bornof and explore the traditional composerscottage was born andand explore the traditional garden surrounding Lower Broadheath. cottage garden and surrounding Lower Broadheath. Our Visitor Centre boasts a brand new Tea-Room, a
of Elgar's study, a timeline exhibit and an Our Visitorrecreation Centre boasts a brand new Tea-Room, a introductory film. recreation of Elgar's study, a timeline exhibit and an Call 01905 333 330 for details introductory film.
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WORCESTER CATHEDRAL
8 COLLEGE YARD, WORCESTER WR1 2LA T E W
01905 732900 visits@worcestercathedral.org.uk www.worcestercathedral.co.uk
A magnificent and inspiring building, possibly the most interesting of all England’s cathedrals, especially architecturally, a place of prayer and worship for fourteen centuries.
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SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY NUMBER ONE COMBERTON PLACE KIDDERMINSTER WORCESTERSHIRE DY10 1QR T W
01562 757900 www.svr.co.uk
The Severn Valley Railway operates a mostly steam hauled train service along the beautiful Severn Valley between Kidderminster and Bewdley in Worcestershire and Bridgnorth in Shropshire, a journey of about 16 miles.
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RALPH COURT GARDENS EDWYN RALPH BROMYARD HR7 4LU T E W
01885 483225 ralphcourtgardens@aol.com www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk
Ralph Court Gardens is a truly inspirational 3 acre garden set overlooking the Malvern Hills. Divided into 12 themes, the gardens range from ‘mythology’, countries of the world as well as fantasy and culture.
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WHITLENGE GARDENS & Tearooms WHITLENGE LANE HARTLEBURY DY10 4HD T E W
01299 250720 keith.southall@creativelandscapes.co.uk www.whitlenge.co.uk
“A magical day out”
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Spetchley is a 30 acre garden for all tastes and ages, combining a wondrous display of plants, shrubs and trees woven into a garden of many rooms and vistas. With a magical fairy door trail for younger visitors, a tempting Tea Room, plant sales and gift shop, the Gardens offer something for everyone.
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GREAT WITLEY, WORCESTERSHIRE WR6 6JT T E W
01299 896636 witley.court@english-heritage.org.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk/witley
Visit the spectacular romantic ruins of Witley Court & Gardens and step back in time to a bygone age of great wealth and extravagance. Bring a picnic and enjoy the beautiful formal gardens, woodland walks, wilderness play area and amazing fountains – a magical world for all to explore. For opening times and admission prices please visit website. facebook.com/witleycourt
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Holloways is one of the most original home furnishing stores in the country. Converted hop kilns make a perfect backdrop for inspirational country home interiors, and garden furniture. As well as the Glasshouse Café and gift shop there are courtyards to explore, with fascinating garden antiques and ornaments.
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BECKETTS FARM SHOP AND RESTAURANT HEATH FARM, ALCESTER ROAD WYTHALL, BIRMINGHAM B47 6AJ
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THE HOP POCKET SHOPPING VILLAGE THE HOP POCKET BISHOPS FROME WORCESTER WR6 5BT T E W
01531 640323 info@thehoppocket.com www.thehoppocket.com
The Hop Pocket Shopping Village is an Aladdin’s cave of crafts and gifts. Farmhouse family restaurant serving freshly cooked homemade food, scrumptious cakes and a traditional Sunday roast.
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Local ciders, beers and wines including free tasting every day. Large farm shop with over 40 cheeses as well as pies, patés, pickles etc. Watch as the butcher prepares your cut the traditional way. A lovely plant centre, ladies and men’s fashions, shoes, children’s clothes, wooden toys and gifts, beautiful furniture, antiques, musical instruments, soft furnishings, original contemporary art and more. There is an independent travel agent for tailored holidays, and next door are fused glass splash backs and lighting. ‘Year of the Hop’ exhibition showing the influence of hops on the region. An unrivalled no hassle shopping experience with a large free car park. The perfect destination to while away a few relaxed hours. The Hop Pocket is a rural shopping destination that can be found 12 miles out from Worcester on the A4103 Hereford road
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A ‘true’ craft centre where you can see real crafts people at work. Housed in 200 year old barns are 12 craft studios including jewellery and chocolate making, glass making and pottery. There is also a quirky gift shop and rustic restaurant.
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Eastnor Pottery & The Flying Potter
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There’s golfing fun for everyone at Mini Pro Golf parks. With a total of 18 holes, this beautiful grass course is based in a charming riverside setting in the Village of Wolverley. All equipment is provided and there’s no experience necessary meaning anyone can take part.
Remarkable pottery and clay experiences for individuals and groups designed to explore and develop creativity. All ages, all abilities from our idyllic Herefordshire studio on the Eastnor Castle Estate.
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WORCESTER RACECOURSE PITCHCROFT, WORCESTER, WR1 3EJ T E W
01905 253 64 info@worcester-racecourse.co.uk www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk
In 2018 Worcester Racecourse are celebrating their 300-year anniversary, as one of the oldest racecourses in the UK.
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01386 555045 info@confettidirect.co.uk www.confettidirect.co.uk
Over 45 acres and around 600 species of trees Arley Arboretum is a wonderful venue for all ages. We have a varied collection of peacocks and chickens, along with suggested walks, a playground and maze. Our tea room offers hot and cold drinks, snacks and meals.
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07949 222137 discoverhistory@aol.com www.discover-history.co.uk
Walking tours available all year round including ‘The Worcester Story’ taking place at 6pm daily. Places limited so booking essential. Please check website for dates & times of other scheduled tours. • Walks available for individuals, schools and groups at times to suit you. • 36 themed walks available including ghost, pubs, battlefield, women of Worcester, period specific, medical or even a festive walk of Worcester. • See website for further details.
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Teme Valley Market Spring Steam Gala Easter Festival Market The Ring Art: Occupation sculpture. Artist: Rich White
The Talbot at Knightwick Severn Valley Railway High Street, Guildhall Diglis Island, Worcester
Thurs 5 Mon 23 April – Thur 21 June
CountryTastic The British Asparagus Festival
Three Counties Showground Evesham
Mon 7 May - Fri 7 Sept Thurs 10 – Sun 13 Sat 26 May - Sun 3 June Sun 27 - Mon 28 Sun 28
The Ring Art: Saltways exhibition. Artist: Katy Beinart RHS Malvern Spring Show Malvern Walking Festival Oak Apple Day Malvern Munch Food Walk
Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre Three Counties Showground Malvern The Commandery Malvern
Fri 1 – Sun 3 Sat 2 Fri 8 - Sun 17 Sun 10 – Sat 16 Fri 15 – Sun 17 Fri 15 - Sun 24 Sat 17 – Sun 18 Thurs 21-Sun 24
Elgar Festival Ladies Day Broadway Arts Festival Worcestershire LitFest & Fringe Royal Three Counties Show The Ring Art: Weorgoran Pavilion. Artist: NEON Droitwich Spa Food & Drink Festival Upton Jazz Festival
Worcester City Centre Worcester Racecourse Broadway Various Worcestershire Venues Three Counties Showground South Quay, Worcester Riverside Droitwich Spa Upton Upon Severn
Sun 8 Mon 9 July - Sun 16 Sept Fri 20 – Sun 22 Tues 10
Step Back to the 1940's Worcester Stands Tall Sculpture Trail Upton Blues Festival Pride & Prejudice Outdoor Performance
Severn Valley Railway Worcester City Centre Upton Upon Severn Eastnor Castle
August - September Weds 1 – Mon 27 Thurs 9 - Sat 11 Sat 11 – Mon 27 Sat 25 - Mon 27
The Ring Art: Opening the Floodgates Artist: Lucy McLauchlan Pershore Plum Festival CAMRA Beer, Cider and Perry Festival Worcester Festival Worcestershire Open Studios
Worcester Oil Dock Basin Pershore Worcester Racecourse Worcester City Centre Various Worcestershire Venues
Thurs 6 – Sun 9 Fri 14 – Sun 16 Sat 29 – Sun 30
Heritage Open Days, Free Entry Worcester Music Festival Malvern Autumn Show
Various Museums & Historical Houses Worcester City Centre Three Counties Showground
Fri 12- Sun 21 Tue 16 – Sat 20
Bewdley Festival Twelth Night, Worcester Rep
Bewdley Worcester Cathedral
Sat 17 Nov - Mon 24 Dec Thurs 29 Nov – Sun 2 Dec
Santa Safari Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre
West Midlands Safari & Leisure Park Worcester City Centre
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Tenbury Mistletoe Festival
Tenbury Wells
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10 Days of events that include celebrity talks, workshops, demonstrations, exhibitions, music, and theatre of the highest quality for all ages to inspire, encourage and entertain anyone with an interest in the arts. Highlights include a theatre production of “Pride & Prejudice”, a WW1 art exhibition and “The Great Broadway Paint-Off”.
VENUES: MUSEUM OF ROYAL WORCESTER, THE HIVE & THE RING 01584 873964 www.meadowarts.org
As one of the region’s major arts organisations, Meadow Arts brings contemporary art to unusual places. From historic landscapes to heritage buildings and public spaces, Meadow Arts supports artists to make innovative work in response to local places. Explore the 2018 arts projects on display this year at Worcester venues: The Hive, Canal & River Trust’s The Ring and Museum of Royal Worcester.
Image: Keith Wilson, Roma at Worcester Woods Country Park.
8 – 17 JUNE 2018
attractions index HISTORY & HERITAGE The Almonry Heritage Centre Abbey Gate, Evesham WR11 4BQ 01386 446944 Avoncroft Museum Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove B60 4JR 01527 831363 E: visitorservices@avoncroft.org.uk • W: avoncroft.org.uk • See advert on page 10 1 ep QQ Bewdley Museum Load Street, Bewdley DY12 2AE 0845 603 5699 1 ep QQ W: bewdleymuseum.co.uk • See advert on page 10 Broadway Museum Broadway Tudor House, High Street, Broadway WR12 7DP 01865 288187 Broadway Tower Middle Hill, Broadway WR12 7LB 01386 852390 1 e E: info@broadwaytower.co.uk • W: broadwaytower.co.uk • See advert on page 11 P Church of St Mary Magdalene Croome Park, Croome D’Abitot, Worcester WR8 9DW 0117 929 1766 The Commandery Sidbury, Worcester WR1 2HU 01905 361821 e QQ W: museumsworcestershire.org.uk • See advert on page 19 Croome (National Trust) Near High Green, Worcester WR8 9DW 01905 371006 eQ Q W: nationaltrust.org.uk/croome • See advert on page 20 Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre Victoria Square, Droitwich WR9 8DS 01905 774312 Q E: heritage@droitwichspa.gov.uk • W: visitdroitwichspa.com • See advert on page 12 Eastnor Castle Eastnor, Nr Ledbury HR8 1RL 01531 633160 1 epQ E: enquiries@eastnorcastle.com • W: eastnorcastle.com • See advert on page 11 WC
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ATTRACTIONS INDEX The Firs: Birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester WR2 6RH 01905 333224 (National Trust) W: nationaltrust.org/the-firs • See advert on page 20 The Fleece Inn (National Trust) The Cross, Bretforton, Evesham WR11 7JE 01386 831173 Forge Mill Needle Museum Needle Mill Lane, Riverside, Redditch B98 8HY 01527 62509 1 ep QQ P E: info@forgemill.org.uk • W: forgemill.org.uk • See advert on page 12 George Marshall Medical Museum Worcs Royal Hospital, Worcester WR5 1DD 01905 760738 Gloucestershire & Warwickshire Railway The Railway Station, Toddington GL54 5DT 01242 621405 1 ep QQ P E: info@gwsr.com • W: www.gwsr.com • See advert on page 12 Great Malvern Priory Church Street, Malvern WR14 2AY e W: greatmalvernpriory.org.uk • See advert on page 9 Great Witley Parish Church St Michaels and All Angels, Great Witley WR6 6JT 01905 457276 Greyfriars’ House & Garden (National Trust) Friar Street, Worcester WR1 2LZ 01905 23571 W: nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriars • See advert on page 20 e The Guildhall High Street, Worcester WR1 2EY 01905 722018 Hagley Hall Hall Lane, Hagley DY9 9LG 01562 887290 Hanbury Hall & Gardens School Road, Hanbury, Droitwich Spa WR9 7EA 01527 821214 W: nationaltrust.org.uk/hanburyhall • See advert on page 20 Harvington Hall Harvington, Nr Kidderminster DY10 4LR 01562 777846 The Hive The Butts, Worcester WR1 3DT 01905 822866 The Infirmary, University of Worcester City Campus, Castle Street, Worcester WR1 3AS 01905 542373 Little Malvern Court Nr Malvern WR14 4JN 01684 892988 P e W: littlemalverncourt.co.uk • See advert on page 9 Malvern Museum Priory Gatehouse, Abbey Road, Malvern WR14 3ES 01684 567811 Q W: malvernmuseum.co.uk • See advert on page 9 The Morgan Visitor Centre Pickersleigh Road, Malvern WR14 2LL 01684 584580 Museum of Carpet Stour Vale Mill, Green Street, Kidderminster DY10 1AZ 01562 69028 Museum of Royal Worcester Severn Street, Worcester WR1 2ND 01905 21247 eQQ E: info@museumofroyalworcester.org • W: museumofroyalworcester.org • See advert on p. 18 WC
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Severn Valley Railway Number One Comberton Place, Kidderminster DY10 1QR 01562 757900 1 e QQ W: svr.co.uk • See advert on page 21 St Helens on the High Street High Street Worcester WR1 2HN 01905 734625 St Lawrence’s Church Market Place, Evesham WR11 4BG 0117 929 1766 St Swithun’s Church Church Street, Worcester WR1 2RH 0117 929 1766 Tenbury Museum Goff’s School, Cross Street, Tenbury Wells WR15 8EF 07722 820983 W: tenburymuseum.org.uk • See advert on page 9 Transport Museum Wythall Chapel Lane, Wythall B47 6JX 01564 826471 1 ep QQ P E: enquiries@wythall.org.uk • W: wythall.org.uk • See advert on page 18 Tudor House 16 Church Street, Upton upon Severn WR8 0HT 01684 438820 E: lavendertudor@talktalk.net See advert on page 9 Upton upon Severn TIC & Heritage Centre Church Street, Upton upon Severn WR8 0HX 01684 594200 Q W: visitthemalverns.org • See advert on page 9 Worcester Cathedral 8 College Yard, Worcester WR1 2LA 01905 732900 1 e Q Q E: visits@worcestercathedral.org.uk W: worcestercathedral.co.uk See advert on page 21 Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum Foregate Street, Worcester WR1 1DT 01905 25371 1 eQ Q W: museumsworcestershire.org.uk • See advert on page 19 Worcestershire County Museum Hartlebury Castle, Kidderminster DY11 7XZ 01299 250416 1 eQ Q P W: museumsworcestershire.org.uk • See advert on page 19 Worcester Masonic Museum Rainbow Hill Worcester WR3 8LX 01905 24971 WC
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Gardens Bodenham Arboretum Croome Walled Gardens New Lane Nurseries
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Wolverley, Kidderminster Croome Court, Severn Stoke Pitchill, Evesham
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ATTRACTIONS INDEX Ralph Court Gardens Edwyn Ralph, Bromyard HR7 4LU 01885 483225 P 1eQQ E: ralphcourtgardens@aol.com • W: ralphcourtgardens.co.uk • See advert on page 22 Spetchley Park Gardens Spetchley Park, Worcester WR5 1RS 01905 345106 e1QQ P E: enquiries@spetchleygardens.co.uk • W: spetchleygardens.co.uk • See advert on p. 23 Whitlenge Gardens Whitlenge Lane, Hartlebury DY10 4HD 01299 250720 eP p 1 E: witley.court@english-heritage.org.uk • W: english-heritage.org.uk/witley • See advert on page 22 Witley Court & Gardens Great Witley WR6 6JT 01299 896636 p 1 eQ E: witley.court@english-heritage.org.uk • W: english-heritage.org.uk/witley • See advert on p.23 WC
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Garden Centres & Retail CrownGate Shopping Centre Friary Walk, Worcester Holloways Lower Court, Suckley E: sales@holloways.co.uk • W: holloways.co.uk • See advert on page 24 St. Peters Garden Centre Pear Tree Farm, Broomhall, Worcester Webbs Garden Centre Kidderminster Road South, West Hagley E: info@webbs.co.uk W: www.webbsdirect.co.uk • See advert on back page Webbs Garden Centre Worcester Road, Wychbold, Droitwich Spa E: info@webbs.co.uk W: www.webbsdirect.co.uk • See advert on back page
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Local Crafts, Food & Drink Astley Vineyard Astley, Stourport Becketts Farm Shop and Restaurant Alcester Road, Wythall, Birmingham E: info@beckettsfarm.co.uk • W: beckettsfarm.co.uk • See advert on page 24 Churchfields Farm Salwarpe The Hop Pocket Shopping Village The Hop Pocket, Bishops Frome, Worcester E: info@thehoppocket.com • W: thehoppocket.com • See advert on page 25 Hopley’s Farm Shop Cleobury Road, Bewdley Jinney Ring Craft Centre Hanbury Road, Hanbury E: enquiries@jinneyringcraft.co.uk • W: jinneyring.co.uk • See advert on page 26 Lovells Vineyard The Lovells, Garrett Bank, Welland Wayside Farm Shop 50 Pitchers Hill, Wickamford, Evesham Westons Cider The Bounds, Much Marcle, Ledbury
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Creative Courses Eastnor Pottery and The Flying Potter Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury E: admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk • W: www.eastnorpottery.co.uk • See advert on page 26 Eckington Manor Manor Farm, Manor Road, Eckington Hartigan Arts Sixways Trading Estate, Barnards Green, Malvern Huntlands Farm Upholstery Whitbourne, Worcester Inkberrow Design Centre Cedar House, Britten Street, Enfield
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SPORTS & WELL BEING Bank House Hotel Spa & Golf Bransford, Worcester Bromsgrove Cricket, Hockey & Tennis Club Bromsgrove CyberQ Worcester The Elms Hotel & Spa Abberley, Worcester Evesham Golf Club Craycombe Links, Fladbury Cross, Pershore Hagley Golf & Country Club Wassel Grove Lane, Hagley Mini Pro Golf Parks Wolverley Kidderminster E: miniprogolf@gmail.com • W: miniprogolfparks.com • See advert on page 28 Shelsley Walsh Motor Sport Shelsley Walsh Sixways Stadium (Worcester Warriors) Pershore Lane, Hindlip, Worcester
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ATTRACTIONS University of Worcester Arena Henwick Grove, Worcester Worcester Racecourse Pitchcroft, Worcester E: info@worcester-racecourse.co.uk • W: worcester-racecourse.co.uk • See advert on page 29 Worcestershire County Cricket Club New Road, Worcester
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Events & The Arts Artrix Slideslow Drive, Bromsgrove Broadway Arts Festival 10 The Green, Broadway E: info@broadwayartsfestival.com • W: broadwayartsfestival.com • See advert on page 31 Inkberrow Design Centre Cedar House, Britten Street, Enfield LSD Promotions Stamford Mews, Enville Estates, Stourbridge Malvern Theatres Grange Road, Malvern Malvern Walking Festival c/o Malvern TIC, 21 Church Street, Malvern Meadow Arts Museum Of Royal Worcester The Hive & The Ring W: meadowarts.org • See advert on page 31 Palace Theatre Alcester Street, Redditch Spectacle of Light Sudeley Castle Sudleley Swan Theatre & Huntingdon Hall The Moors, Worcester The Food & Drink Trade Show Three Counties Showground Malvern Three Choirs Fesitval Three Counties Showground
7c College Green, Gloucester Malvern
E: info@threecounties.co.uk • W: rhsmalvern.co.uk • See advert on page 2 Worcestershire Open Studios Various Venues
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Canals & Waterways Canal & River Trust Canoe UK Ltd 207 Severn Expeditions Severn Leisure Cruises
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Various locations throughout Worcestershire Mount Pleasant, Kingswinford Upton Marina, Upton upon Severn Waterside, Upton upon Severn
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tourist information BEWDLEY
PERSHORE
Load Street, Bewdley DY12 2AE T: 0845 6077819 E: bewdleytic@wyreforestdc.gov.uk Opening Times Mar-Oct daily, 10am-4.30pm Nov-Mar daily, 11am-3.30pm
Pershore Library, Church Street, Pershore WR10 1DT T: 01905 843896 E: tourism@pershore-tc.gov.uk Opening Times Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 9am-5.30pm Tue 9am-7pm, Sat 9am-5pm
BROADWAY
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Russell Square, High Street, Broadway WR12 7AP T: 01386 852937 E: info@visitbroadway.co.uk Opening Times Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Sun (subject to weather conditions) 11am-3pm
Palace Theatre, Alcester Street, Redditch B98 8AE T: 01527 60806 E: info.centre@redditchbc.gov.uk Opening Times Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Sat 9.30am-1.30pm
DROITWICH SPA
TENBURY WELLS
St Richards House, Victoria Square, Droitwich Spa WR9 8DS
48 Teme Street, Tenbury Wells WR15 8AA T: 01584 810136 E: tenbury-info@visitthemalverns.org W: tenburywells.info Opening Times Mon-Sat 10am-4pm Closed Christmas week
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UPTON UPON SEVERN
Almonry Heritage Centre, Evesham WR11 4BG T: 01386 446944 E: tic@almonry.ndo.co.uk W: almonryevesham.org Opening Times Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 10am-5pm Sun 2-5pm, Wed Mar-Oct (closed Sun Oct-Mar)
Upton Heritage Centre, Upton upon Severn WR8 0HT T: 01684 594200 E: upton-info@visitthemalverns.org Opening Times 1 Apr-30 Sept, Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am-5pm. 1 Oct-31 Mar, Mon, Fri, Sat 10am-4pm Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day
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WORCESTER
21 Church Street, Malvern WR14 2AA T: 01684 892289 E: info@visitthemalverns.org Opening Times Apr–Sept, daily 10am-5pm Oct-Mar, Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Sun 10am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
The Guildhall, High Street, Worcester WR1 2EY T: 01905 726311 E: tourism@worcesters.gov.uk W: www.visitworcester.co.uk Opening Times Monday-Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10am-4pm Bank Holidays 10am-4pm
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