Worcestershire
Properties and events in Worcestershire
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
'Worcester News' newspaper archives-Berrows Journals-photographs & negatives illustrated talk
The Civic Society saved from landfill the archives of the Worcester News, containing over a million press cuttings, negatives and photographs. These are being catalogued by volunteers in a secure room below the History & Heritage POD.
All Saints and its windows.
A collection of All Saints memorabilia and a chance to enjoy the stained glass and the work of The Bromsgrove Guild.
Droitwich Spa Heritage & Information Centre - Behind the Scenes Tour
This is your chance to see behind the scenes of Droitwich Spa Heritage & Information Centre. This 40-minute guided tour will show you remnants of the building's past and a glimpse into the archives.
Explore St Stephen's history
Explore St Stephen's church in Redditch and share your story of the church, climb the tower and see the bells, or visit the vestry to see tiles from the original St Stephen's chapel.
Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre
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.
Free entry to The Commandery - and talks with architecture expert Nick Joyce
Enjoy free entry to The Commandery and talks by architect Nick Joyce. Hear about his work with The Commandery over the decades, helping to keep this incredible building in such good repair and open to the public.
Guided tours of Fladbury Mill
Join the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) for a guided tour of this fascinating watermill, not normally open to the public, which we have been repairing for the past year.
Hartlebury Castle
Explore this beautiful historic house as you uncover its stories, discover the history of Worcestershire and take a stroll around the moat.
National Trust The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace
The birthplace cottage of Sir Edward Elgar, this small family home is set in the midst of a delightful cottage garden. A modern visitor centre contains two Elgar exhibitions, Little Al's café and toilets.
Quaker architecture at Malvern Quaker Meeting House
Come and look round Malvern Meeting House, a Grade II-listed example of 1930s Quaker architecture. Refreshments are free, but donations to a local charity would be welcome.
Rosedene Guided Tours
Join a guided tour of Rosedene, a mid 19th-century Chartist cottage in Worcestershire. We're excited to be opening up the cottage to visitors a special opening as part of Heritage Open Days.
St Laurence and The Ark, Alvechurch
We welcome you to our Grade II listed church, designed in part by William Butterfield,one of Worcestershire's largest enclosed churchyards. Family heritage activities,heritage cars ,entertainment ,tours/self-guided tours of our church and churchyard.
Tardebigge Wharf Guided Local History Walk
We welcome you to come along for a guided walk around the top lock section of the Tardebigge canal flight. A true example of form to function where 200 years ago Architecture and Design meant time and money.
The Architecture of Redditch at the Redditch Library Archive
Explore the architecture of Redditch through our extensive town archive. Investigate the construction and design of local landmarks such as the Palace Theatre, the Danilo Cinema, St. Stephen's Church and more and meet our expert volunteer archivists.
The Tudor House Museum in Upton upon Severn - Join a Guided Town History Walk and explore the Museum too!
Visit Upton's Town Museum on 3 floors about Upton’s Past and Present and our award-winning Garden. Join the free 1 hour Guided Town History Walks available both weekend afternoons. Enjoy family fun for children on a Mouse Trail and Art table too.
Tontine Garden End of Summer Celebration
Stourport Forward is hosting an end of summer celebration which will include a model boat display competition, heritage guided walks, boat trips and heritage room openings. We will have our newly launched self guided family and audio trails available
Tudor House Museum - curator led house tours
Tudor House Museum curator led house tours. Book or turn up on the day.
Willow Court Farmhouse
Discover the architecture of Willow Court Farmhouse through the ages.
Worcester news newspaper archives
The Worcester news archives contain 100 boxes of press cuttings & photographs, Millions of b/w & colour negatives, 1500 glass plate negatives dated from 1936 to 1965 and 254 editions of the Berrows journals dated from 1801 to the 1990s.
Worcester Old Palace Open Day
Come and explore the Old Palace, the ancient home of the bishops of Worcester from the 13th to 19th century. Explore the beautiful grounds overlooking the Severn, the medieval Abbot's kitchen, and the Great Hall. Open 10am-4pm, 13th September 2025.