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Guildhall Worcester Heritage Tours

The Guildhall, High Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2EY

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Join us for free tours of The Guildhall, a heritage building in the heart of Worcester with a history dating back to 1227. Discover fascinating stories about The Guildhall’s rich past and insights into how the building is still used today.

The Guildhall is an important heritage attraction in the centre of the historic city of Worcester.

Situated on the High Street, The Guildhall boasts the remarkable Assembly Room, described by King George III as “a handsome gallery” when he visited in 1788. You can retrace footsteps to admire this space’s Italianate Ceiling and many striking portraits of Royalty and former Mayors. We're also offering spooky cell visits. Step inside the eerie cells where many prisoners once awaited their grim fate.

We are offering free tours on the following dates and times. Come along and learn about your local history!


Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:
Tours of The Guildhall building and cells starting on the hour from 10am-3pm.
Friday 19 September:
Tours with the Mayor of The Guildhall building and Mayor's Parlour from 2pm-3.30pm.
Saturday 20 September:
Tours with the Mayor The Guildhall building and Mayor's Parlour at 10am and 11am.

Location & directions

The Guildhall, High Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2EY

Directions:
Please enter through the main doors from the High Street. For the accessible entrance, please use the door on the right-hand side of the building
Contact on day:
Guildhall Service Team
Telephone number:
+441905722308

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The accessible entrance is on the right-hand side as you look from the High Street. Follow the signs for the Customer Service Centre. Once you enter the building, the lift to access the other floors is straight ahead and on your left. The only place not accessible is the cells, as they are down a few steps with no other route. There is no parking on site; however, several pay-and-display car parks are located nearby in the town centre. The closest is Copenhagen Street Car Park. If you have a blue badge and would like to enquire about parking, please email [email protected]

Additional information

The Guildhall is one of Worcester’s most iconic civic buildings, serving both as a historic landmark and a vibrant venue for meetings and events. As part of Heritage Week 2025, we’re opening its doors for public tours—inviting visitors to explore the rich history of the Guildhall and discover the stories that have shaped our city.

Max no of people per tour:
15
Est. tour duration:
0 hour(s) 40 minute(s)

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