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Discover the architecture of Willow Court Farmhouse through the ages.

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

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.

A collection of All Saints memorabilia and a chance to enjoy the stained glass and the work of The Bromsgrove Guild.

Tudor House Museum curator led house tours. Book or turn up on the day.

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 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.

The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru is a 2024 Chinese documentary film about the sinking of the Lisbon Maru during World War II, produced and directed by Fang Li

The chapel closed in 2013 and is sympathetically restored.

Now a nursing home, this Grade II Listed building was originally the vicarage for St. John's Church and was later used as council offices.

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.

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.

A 185year old Country Church with historic links to the poet A.E. Housman and the scientist Alan Turing. Beautiful stained glass windows. War graves and Memorial Books and display.

Join Reimagine Redditch and Batchley Support Group to celebrate the new exciting community mosaic artwork created by local people, on the wall next to the children’s play area.

Join Friends of St John's for a morning concert, followed by our inSPIREd Side-by-Side Open Day! Meet the architect and design team, learn about the spire restoration project, have a go at heritage skills, enjoy homemade cake and much more!

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 + Sundays 11.30am and 2pm. Enjoy family fun with a Mouse Trail and Crafts + Refreshments .

Free Entry: A secret wartime airbase, now a visitor centre, was once a hub of activity for thousands of people. Outside is the grandest of English landscapes, ‘Capability’ Brown’s masterful first commission, with commanding views over the Malverns.

Join our archivist for a tour of the Bus Archive's new collections store opened in 2024 using passive architectural principles.

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.

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.

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.

One man's lifetime collection of memories and artifacts from Bromsgrove. Much more inside than appears from outside!

Come and see the spectacular recently-restored mosaics decorating the inside of the Church. This special open day will showcase the community engagement events we are putting on as part of our National Lottery Heritage Fund project.

Celebrating 200 years of the railways, you will see a stunning, working 00 gauge model (built by two local enthusiasts) which reveals Hampton Lovett's railway heritage. Then wander around this Grade I listed church and discover its historic features.

Museum will feature photographic displays of this old market town's varied architectural styles ranging from timber framed buildings and Georgian townhouses to its iconic gothic inspired Pump Rooms and art deco styled Regal Cinema.

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.

Museum will feature photographic displays of this old market town's varied architectural styles ranging from timber framed buildings and Georgian townhouses to its iconic gothic inspired Pump Rooms and art deco styled Regal Cinema.

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.

Why not visit Malvern Museum in the ancient Priory Gatehouse in the centre of Great Malvern? There's free opening on Saturday 13th September from 1000 until 1630.

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.

Heritage Open days guided town walks start and end at the fabulous Tudor House Museum, a 17th century series of buildings housing artefacts of local history.

Carly Tinkler is the Chairman of the Malvern Spa Association and will will be talking about the history of spa water.

The painted glass in the East window portrays Edward V and his family - one of only two portrayals in existence.

This is a unique opportunity to visit this Edwardian building and its lavish décor. The Masonic Hall, which was originally part of the Belle Vue Hotel, is situated on Belle Vue Terrace in Great Malvern and has been the home of the Malvern Freemasons.

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.

The Clock Tower near Tank Quarry, with its modern work of art the Cascade Gates (2007) in welded steel, by artist and sculptor Rose Garrard.

Discover St Mary's Church, Ripple, a Grade I Listed 12th century church in a historic Parish. Tours of the church and bell tower, 15th century carved misericords, rare "She" Bible, Sealed Knot Society Civil War display, the Ripple Giant and more.

Explore the making of Eduardo Paolozzi's colourful mosaics in the Kingfisher Centre with Midlands Mosaics and The Word Association.

The Heritage friends team based in Stoke Prior would like to offer you the opportunity to visit St Michael's and All Angels Church for this weekend, full of historic information, local history maps, and artefacts regarding the Transport in the area.

Help us celebrate our Brilliant Building and put the Almonry to bed! Join us for our last day before we close to carry out major repair and restoration work, as we demonstrate the craftsmanship of traditional building techniques.

Built in 1931 as a family home, Barnes Close has been bringing people together to explore the Christian Faith, social issues and ideas since 1946.

An illustrated talk by artist and architect Clare Nisbet-Clossick.

Celebrate the fine architecture of this Grade 1 church - its lovely tower, original Jacobean pews, beautiful chancel arch and an intriguing 'stepway' to Heaven?

One of the best preserved stations in the country which has recently had a major refurbishment.

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.

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.

Explore this beautiful historic house as you uncover its stories, discover the history of Worcestershire and take a stroll around the moat.

An exhibition illustrating the wonderful creation of the natural world.

An exhibition of 780 original pieces of art by 15 artists – the culmination of a year-round project where each artist has produced a new piece of work every week. The event takes place at Worcester Arts Collective in the heart of Worcester.

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.