Worcestershire

Properties and events in Worcestershire

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17th Century Farming Lives

St Mary's Church, The Cross, Ripple, Tewkesbury, Worcestershire, GL20 6HA
In person
Pre-booking not required

The everyday lives of farming people in 17th Century Ripple Parish, brought to life in words and pictures, food and drink, costumes and homes of the period, illustrated by St Mary's rare monastic misericords and the 1643 Battle of Ripple Field.

All Saints Church. Beautiful windows. Blackmore Mill on the Spadesbourne

All Saints Church,, 6 Burcot Lane, Bromsgrove, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 1AF
In person
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All Saints has Arts and Crafts features, including work by the Bromsgrove Guild. The stained glass windows Worcestershire Model Laundry

Church of the Sacred Heart & St Catherine of Alexandria

Worcester Road, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR98AZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us to celebrate the end of our restoration project. New this year is the Cosmatesque floor in the Lady Chapel recently exposed and restored. Come and see the beautiful interior mosaic decoration of this unique church, fully restored and cleaned.

Dodford Children's Farm Heritage Event

Dodford Children's Farm, Warbage Lane, Dodford, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 9BE
In person
Pre-booking not required

A heritage event marking the 75th Anniversary of Dodford Children's Farm.

Droitwich Spa Heritage & Information Centre - Behind the Scenes Tour

Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre, St. Richards House, 22 Victoria Square, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 8DS
In person
Pre-booking required

This is your chance to see behind the scenes of Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre. This 40-minute guided tour will show you remnants of the building's past and a glimpse into the archives.

Everyday Histories @ St.Michaels & the Upton Warren Communities

St Michaels Church, Swan Lane, Upton Warren, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7EW
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Community Group & Parishioners of St Michael's church, Upton Warren, welcome visitors to look & hear about landmarks, the people, and changes to the local area with the passage of time.

EVOLVE – an exhibition of original art

8 College Yard, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2LA
In person
Pre-booking not required

An exhibition of over 500 original pieces of art by 14 artists – the culmination of a year-round project where each artist has produced a new piece of work over 40 weeks. The event takes place at Worcester Arts Collective in the heart of Worcester.

Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre

Forge Mill Needle Museum, Needle Mill Lane, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 8HY
In person
Pre-booking not required

Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch illustrates the rich heritage of the needle and fishing tackle industries and a short walk from the Museum, are the ruins of Bordesley Abbey - a medieval Cistercian Abbey which has been extensively excavated.

Friar Street Stories

Tudor House Museum, 38-42 Friar Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2NA
In person
Pre-booking not required

A series of short films about Friar Street Worcester, documenting memories from the 1940s onwards and featuring Worcester residents.

Norton Collection Museum, Bromsgrove

26, Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 0DD
In person
Pre-booking not required

One man's lifetime collection of Bromsgrove Memorabilia and Artifacts. Tardis-like when you get inside!

Shopfront Stories - A Family Trail uncovering the hidden history of Evesham Town Centre

Evesham Tourist Information Centre, 1 - 3 Merstow Green, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4BD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Follow our self guided family trail around the town centre to uncover the history of Evesham's shops and businesses.

Shopfront Stories - Children's Craft; Create your own shop window

Evesham Tourist Information Centre, 1 - 3 Merstow Green, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 4BD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Create a miniature shop window from paper and card.

Tardebigge Wharf Guided Local History Walk

Church Lane, Tardebigge, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 3AH
In person
Pre-booking not required

We welcome you to come along for a guided walk around the historic top lock section of the Tardebigge canal flight.

Tenbury Tales

Tenbury Wells Museum, Goff's School, Cross Street, Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, WR15 8EF
In person
Pre-booking not required

Museum will feature informative special displays of people who contributed to the history of the town through their service or creative talents.

The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace

National Trust: The Firs - Elgar's Birthplace, Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcestershire, WR2 6RH
In person
Pre-booking not required

This small cottage gives an insight into composer Edward Elgar's humble beginnings. The modern visitor centre contains exhibitions of Elgar's life through his personal belongings. Outside explore our idyllic cottage garden, sound garden and orchard.

The Tudor House Museum in Upton upon Severn - Join a Guided Town History Walk and explore the Museum too!

The Tudor House Museum Upton, 16 Church Street, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR8 0HT
In person
Book on day

Visit Upton's Town Museum on 3 floors about Upton’s Past and Present + our award-winning Garden. Free 1 hour Guided Town History Walks available both Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy family fun with a Mouse Trail and Crafts + Refreshments .

Tower Hill Open Afternoon

Tower Hill, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 8EW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Step inside the historic Tower Hill Brine Pump, the last working brine pump in Droitwich Spa. This fascinating building is usually locked to the public, making this a rare opportunity to explore its interior and learn more.