Tour of Wenlock Abbey and Alistair McGowan with a selection of Noel Coward poems and songs

As part of this year’s Heritage Open Days, audiences are invited to enjoy a unique afternoon at Wenlock Abbey with acclaimed impressionist, comedian and pianist Alistair McGowan.

The event begins at 2:30pm with a short guided tour of the historic abbey, offering visitors the chance to explore the remarkable heritage and atmosphere of this extraordinary venue. Guests will then move into the Great Hall for a 50 minute performance from Alistair McGowan and his wife, the celebrated singer Charlotte Page. Accompanied by pianist Lana Bode, they bring us their personal selection of some of the popular songs and the rarely-heard poems of the great Noel Coward in a poignant, amusing and romantic show. Think you know Coward ? Think again!

This special Heritage Open Days event is free to attend, however advance booking is essential as capacity is limited to just 40 guests. Please note that due to the historic nature of the venue and access via stairs, the performance space is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.
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Wenlock Abbey, listed Grade I, was originally part of the Cluniac Wenlock Priory (now English Heritage). Behind its glorious Renaissance façade, the prior’s private apartments are barely altered.

Timings

Sunday 13 September:

Gates open 1400 - event 1430-1630

Location & directions

Wenlock Abbey, Bull Ring, Much Wenlock, Shropshire, TF13 6EN

Directions:

There is no car parking in the grounds of Wenlock Abbey, but there are plenty of carparks in the town (the closest one being the Priory Ruins Car Park just past the front gates of Wenlock Abbey). All are within walking distance of the Abbey and the town centre. Wenlock Abbey is a 15th century private house with the restricted access that you might expect in a house of such age. There are steps across door thresholds, uneven floors and staircases (with handrails) up to the first floor and the Great Hall, where your workshop will take place. Unfortunately, the building is not wheelchair- friendly. You are welcome to take photographs of the OUTSIDE of the building, but we would ask you, please, to turn OFF your mobile phones when you come inside, and to please NOT take photos of any interiors.

Contact on day:

Westley Bone

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Event is free but booking is required through the Eventbrite link

Booking contact name:

Westley Bone

Booking telephone number:

+447788408861

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-of-wenlock-abbey-and-alistair-mcgowan-performance-tickets-1989541556352

Booking opens:

01 Jun 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

12 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Please note this venue is not wheelchair accessible due to its ancient construction.

Additional information

Max number of people:

40

Estimated duration:

2 hour(s)

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