Pershore Abbey Welcome Festival
Abbey Church of the Holy Cross, Church Walk, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1BB
Built in the 11th Century as the church of an important Benedictine monastery, the Abbey Church of the Holy Cross has survived fires, storms and earthquakes and the demolition of its Nave and chapels during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1540. The surviving quire is now the main body of the church, with magnificent "ploughshare" vaulting, erected to replace the roof destroyed when the tower collapsed in a fire in 1288.
Its impressive stained glass windows are the product of restoration work carried out in 1862-4 by the renowned church architect George Gilbert Scott. Its peel of 8 bells is rung every week from the unique ringing platform, also installed by Gilbert Scott when opening up the stunning lantern tower.. The wonderful Rufatti pipe organ, installed in 2023, is attracting admiration from church musicians across the country. Members of the Abbey community will be on hand all day to show visitors around and answer questions. The organ will be played at times during the day. Tower Tours will be available, to be booked on the day on arriving at the Abbey.
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- 10.30am to 4.00pm
Location & directions
Abbey Church of the Holy Cross, Church Walk, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 1BB
- Contact on day:
- Martin Fowler
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Book on day
- Booking conditions:
- Tower Tours will require booking on the day, on arrival at the Abbey. Tour involves steep steps, not suitable for anyone with limited mobility. Heeled shoes will not be practical
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 12
- Estimated duration:
- 0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)
