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Worcester attractions, local Worcester attractions, Worcestershire England
The Cathedral
Worcester Cathedral is one of the
finest. Begun in 1084 and largely completed some 300
years later, it contains King Johns tomb and medieval
cloisters.
The Commandery
Near the Cathedral is the half-timbered, medieval
Commandery, in its time a hospice, country house and
glove-makers workshop. Dating back to the 1500s it was
the headquarters of Charles11 prior to the Battle of
Worcester.It is now home to various exhibitions
including Civil War and The Commandery
Chronicle. There are gardens and a canal-side tearoom.
01905 361 821
The Guildhall
With its Queen Anne style of architecture,
built between 1721 and 1722, the Guildhall is regarded as
one of the finest civic buildings of its period . The
Assembly Room is one of the most beautifully decorated
Italianate rooms in the country. 01905 723 471
The Museum in Foregate Street, built in 1721-22 and standing next to the 19thC Shire Hall, holds many Art and Craft exhibitions with lively events and activities. It also houses the Worcester Industry Gallery and Worcester Regimental displays. Cafe and gift shop. 01905 253 71 Museum of Local Life
This museum in Friar Street is a beautifully preserved, 16thC, half-timbered building in one of Worcesters best preserved medieval streets. Displays include a Victorian kitchen, Edwardian schoolroom and Worcester at War,. Free admission. 01905 722 349 The Greyfriars
Built in 1480 Greyfriars is a fine timber-framed house with panelled rooms containing a large variety of textiles and furnishings. It is run by the National Trust and has a delightfully peaceful walled garden. National Trust. 01905 235 71 The Elgar Birthplace Museum
Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, nr Worcester ( three miles from city, off A44 Worcester /Leominster road )
The Museum gives the visitor a fascinating insight into the life and music, family and friends of the composer Sir Edward Elgar. In his country cottage and with the new Elgar Centre are to be found photographs, letters, personal possessions, manuscripts, concert programmes and many other treasures. 01905 333 224 The Royal Worcester Visitor Centre
The Victorian buildings of the Centre are to be found in Severn Street and ny factory shops, restaurant, museum, films and craft area. 01905 23221
The Royal Worcester Porcelein Manufactory was established by Dr John Wall and 14 business partners in 1751. The business expanded rapidly and show 250 years of porcelein production. There are guided factory tours, maby the 1760s had become famous for high quality tea and dessert wares. In 1789 the first Royal Warrant was awarded by King George 111.
Bevere Vivis GalleryCharming Coach House Gallery, original paintings, pottery, collectors postcards, sculptures etc. By local artists. Bevere Lane, Worcester. 01905 451 291 Worcester Swan Theatre
The countys only professional repertory theatre, drama, comedy, workshops, dance. New restaurant, Strollers Bistro. 01905 616 167 Huntingdon Hall
Worcestershires Live Music Venue. Folk, Jazz, Blues, Classical Music, Rock, Comedy & Spoken Word 01905 611 427
