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Travel Planner
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Home of Freedom
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Home of The Arts
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Home of Relaxation
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Home of Sports
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Home of History
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Home of Flavour
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26 Worcestershire Welcome Awards 28
Worcester City
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The Jewel of The Cotswolds
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Malvern Hills
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34 North Worcestershire 37 Tourism Business Listings 43
Plan Your Trip
32 Visit Worcestershire Website www.visitworcestershire.org is the official website for Worcestershire which inspires visitors and residents to explore the wonders on offer whatever your interests or hobbies. You can even book some fantastic accommodation or buy some local produce or gifts from the Worcestershire e-Shop.
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Online Community
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Visit Worcestershire is a 44 page tourism magazine produced bi-annually by Destination Worcestershire. Designed to inspire visitors to enjoy the fantastic attractions, great events and superb places to stay in this beautiful county. Subscriptions 0845 641 1540 Editor Victoria Carman 0845 641 1542 vcarman@visitworcestershire.org Editorial tourism@visitworcestershire.org Design Clevera Ltd (part of the Carrier Group) Westacott Road, Barnstaple, Devon EX32 8AW 01271 336275 www.clevera.co.uk
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18 Advertising & Production Carrier Direct Marketing Westacott Road, Barnstaple, Devon EX32 8AW 01271 336058 www.carrierdirectmarketing.co.uk Disclaimer Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy, the publisher accepts no responsibility for omissions or errors within this publication. Editorial submissions are included at the discretion of the Editor. The opinions expressed in articles and letters within this publication are not necessarily those of Destination Worcestershire. Destination Worcestershire works in partnership with the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce. Front Cover Image Broadway Tower