Visit Worcestershire Official Guide 2017

VISIT • STAY • ENJOY

Official County Guide 2017

10 days out in Worcestershire

From farm stays to luxury breaks

The year of literary heroes

Sidbury, Worcester WR1 2HU 01905 361821 The Commandery brings to life tales of treason, treachery and tragedy in a beautiful building with a bloody past, in the heart of historic Worcester where the English Civil War began and ended.

From summer 2017 immerse yourself in Worcester’s Civil War Story, taking you on an atmospheric journey through The Commandery’s most significant moment in history.

From February – December, be awed by the magnificent Medieval Great Hall, discover the monastic painted chamber and join one of our regular demonstrations, from Civil War weaponry to Medieval medicine.

Hartlebury Castle, Kidderminster, DY11 7XZ 01299 250416 Visit the County Museum at the atmospheric Hartlebury Castle and discover more about the wonders of Worcestershire and the way we used to live. Explore the evocative room sets and enjoy the varied collections including toys, domestic items, craftwork and transport.

During 2017 Hartlebury Castle Preservation Trust will be redeveloping the bishops’ rooms in the Castle, restoring the gardens and developing new facilities, creating new features for visitors to enjoy.

Foregate Street, Worcester WR1 1DT 01905 25371 Enjoy the latest temporary exhibitions, family activities, gift shop and delightful Balcony Café in a beautiful Victorian building with a warm welcome. See the Worcestershire Soldier Gallery and explore highlights from the museum collections including the Worcestershire Sauce archive.

The 2017 exhibition programme features works by Constable, Turner and Warhol as well as the summer family show ‘Celebrity’.

For opening times and admissions please see www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk

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Worcester City

06-07

Malvern Hills

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Wychavon

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North Worcestershure

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Home of Family Fun

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Inspiring Worcestershire

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Home of History & Heritage

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Make Yourself at Home

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Home of Gardens

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2017 Festivals & Events

30-31

Home of The Great Outdoors

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10 Great Days Out

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Inspiring Worcestershire

Home of Sports & Leisure

Webbs Riverside Gardens

Shelsey Walsh Hill Climb

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Local Crafts, Food & Drink

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Plan your trip

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Must Sees

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County Map

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Stay Guide

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WORCESTER city A visit to the Midlands wouldn’t be complete without a couple of days spent exploring the historic streets of Worcester, and relaxing by the riverside just moments away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Worcester’s unique location on the River Severn ensures that you’ll never be far away from a green open space with award-winning parks, playing fields, meadows and sports grounds aplenty, allowing for plenty of exciting outdoor activities.

Worcester Racecourse and Worcestershire County Cricket Ground are located on the river moments away from the city centre, where you can bask in the sunshine (weather permitting), whilst having a flutter at the races or cheering on your favourite cricket team. The City is very well-equipped for sports lovers, with the University of Worcester Arena offering premiership and wheelchair basketball matches and Worcester Warriors having premiership rugby fixtures at Sixways Stadium.

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The dramatic Worcester Cathedral rises out of the City landscape and nestles alongside Britain’s longest river, the River Severn. The Cathedral houses Royal tombs; most notorious is ‘bad’ King John, famed for signing Magna Carta over 800 years ago. Prince Arthur, Queen Elizabeth I’s cousin, is also buried in the Cathedral, as well as three-time Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin; the only Prime Minister to have ever served under three monarchs.

The Cathedral is a great place to escape the heat on a summer’s day and is home to a varied events programme, which includes celebrating Worcester’s connection with Shakespeare every October. The Cathedral’s best kept secret is its medieval library which has been housed there since the days when it was a university for monks. The Cathedral Library also contains some original scores

by Sir Edward Elgar, England’s finest composer. Elgar was born on the outskirts of Worcester in Lower Broadheath and lived and worked in the City. In June 2017 it will be Elgar’s 160th birthday and to celebrate, Worcester will be hosting a varied programme of events celebrating the life and works of Worcester’s famous son.

Worcester’s fascinating history makes the City an extremely interesting place to visit, with Cavaliers and Roundheads marching through the City’s streets at various English Civil War re-enactment events, including the Living History weekends at Worcester’s Civil War centre.

Worcester City museums THE COMMANDERY MUSEUM site formed the army’s Headquarters during the English Civil War. In 2017 a wing of the historic building will be transformed into a new museum and history centre to commemorate the first and last battles of the bloody war, bringing to life tales of treason, treachery and tragedy.

THE COMMANDERY Is located next to Fort Royal Park, where John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, two former American Presidents, visited and pronounced: “And do Englishmen so soon forget the ground where liberty was fought for? Tell your neighbours and your children that this is holy ground; much holier than that on which your churches stand. All England should come in pilgrimage to this hill once a year.”

THE MUSEUM OF ROYAL WORCESTER is located on the former Worcester Porcelain Factory site just two minutes’ walk from the Cathedral. The Museum is undergoing an exciting refurbishment in 2017, but will remain partially open and run special offers throughout. If you love history and heritage there is also The Greyfriars’ House and Garden (National Trust), Tudor House Museum, Worcester Art Gallery and Museum and the imposing Guildhall to explore.

Worcester’s event programme is huge!

Whatever your interests, you’ll be sure to find a festival or event to add to your annual list:

WHAT'S ON

Love Worcester Heritage Festival (February), Worcester Motor Festival (May), Worcestershire LitFest & Fringe Festival (June), Worcester Foodie Festival (July), Worcester CAMRA Beer, Cider & Perry Festival (August), Worcester Festival (August), Worcester Music Festival (September) Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre (November) ...are just a few.

The world’s oldest music festival, the Three Choirs Festival (July/August) rotates annually between Worcester, Hereford and Gloucester, and in 2017, classical music will be emanating through Worcester’s streets, City venues and of course throughout the magnificent Cathedral.

If you love eating out, or are just on the look out for some local pub grub then you’ll be delighted by the choice of cuisine and restaurants on offer. Worcester’s food offer will increase this summer, as Cathedral Square opens to include a wide choice of popular chain restaurants.

The City’s retail offer is unique, with more independent retailers than most can boast. Along with the usual High Street brands, this makes Worcester a great shopping destination. Take a stroll through the old quarter and browse boutique clothes shops, independent jewellers and various unique retailers offering something a little bit special.

WORCESTER’S RURAL LOCATION, HISTORIC PAST AND UNIQUE SHOPPING OFFER MAKES A VISIT TO WORCESTER A VERY ATTRACTIVE PROPOSITION. For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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MALVERN HILLS Standing at over one thousand feet, the Malvern Hills offer 15km of ideal walking and breath-taking scenery for everyone to enjoy.

The hills are thought to be around 700 million years old, dividing the beautiful English countryside of Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The entire length contains around 160km of bridleways and footpaths for people to explore and also features 88 springs and fountains which flow from outlets all around.

However, Malvern is not just a popular destination for walkers, there are so many other reasons to live in, visit and experience this wonderful place, including independent shops, cafes, restaurants, theatres and festivals.

Great Malvern lies at the foot of the hills and is largely Victorian with its superb architecture and working gas lamps, believed to have inspired elements of the Chronicles of Narnia novels by C. S. Lewis.

The town originated as a spa village with therapeutic qualities attributed to its

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springs. The Victorian popularity of the Water Cure then transformed Malvern into a Water Cure town in the 19th Century.

Edward Elgar and George Bernard Shaw later brought Great Malvern into the 20th Century with their music and theatre festivals held in the Winter Gardens, now known as Priory Park.

Today the park is home to a grand theatre complex and a Victorian bandstand, where brass bands often play at regular events.

With its dramatic hills and striking landscape, the Malvern Hills area was designated an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ in 1959. The charm of Great Malvern today is still its unspoilt natural beauty, rich cultural heritage and historic roots. It remains popular for both residents and visitors alike.

Malvern event highlights include the Internationally acclaimed Autumn in Malvern Festival, Royal 3 Counties Show, Great Malvern Food Festival, Malvern Munch Food Walk, Water & Well Dressing Festival. Key attractions include Malvern Theatres and Morgan Cars. Each year a series of outdoor cinema events take place, plus a series of regular food and craft markets, all organised by Malvern Hills District Council.

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Upton is steeped in history with its 17th Century buildings running through the town including the iconic “Pepperpot” - a distinctive medieval church tower topped by a cupola in place of a spire. The Pepperpot played a crucial part in one of the most dramatic episodes of the Civil War, where Oliver Cromwell’s soldiers crossed the Upton Bridge to win the Battle of Upton before the main Battle of Worcester in the English Civil War. The Pepperpot is now home to the Tourist Information and Heritage Centre where a warm welcome awaits.

This lively historic riverside town hosts an array of award winning festivals. These include the longstanding Jazz Festival, The Folk Festival, Blues, Sunshine, and much more, all offering live music, processions and a great atmosphere.

Upton contains a variety of small, independently owned shops, businesses and pubs. It also offers visitors regular boating trips on the Conway Castle - the largest passenger vessel on the River Severn, with its three upper decks allowing for magnificent panoramic views.

Tenbury is a small ancient market town nestled peacefully in the beautiful Teme Valley on the banks of the River Teme.

Tenbury had the ‘Wells’ added to its name in the mid-19th century to help promote the mineral water wells that had been found in the town from 1840 onwards. The mineral waters brought about the building in 1862 of the now restored Tenbury Spa, or Pump Rooms as it is generally known.

The unspoilt landscape is perfect for exploring by walking, cycling or driving. The Teme Valley Trail guide, available online or from Tenbury Tourist Information Centre, showcases the best of the Teme Valley countryside and offers walking and cycling routes that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities.

The town has a wide range of independent shops, pubs, restaurants, cafes, and a wonderful example of an art deco cinema that is still open today. The area is also well known for its hops and cider apples, and the mistletoe plant has been associated with this area of the UK for centuries.

A whole host of popular events are held each year in Tenbury, such as the annual Apple Fest and the Tenbury Countryside Show. It is also home to the famous Mistletoe Festival, one of the largest mistletoe sales in Britain, where you will find entertainment, activities and pagan traditions that celebrate the mistletoe crop.

visit: www.visitthemalverns.org for more information, including things to do in the area, attractions, guides and a packed events programme.

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WYCHAVON Wychavon’s picturesque district spans from the Cotwolds village of Broadway in the South to the heritage town of Droitwich Spa in the North. You MUST visit to experience the diversity of treasures this area has to offer. The towns of Pershore and Evesham turn purple and green in honour of their horticultural heritage; Droitwich, a brine spa town that is unique as the home of salt, and the enchanting Cotswold heritage that Broadway produces with outstanding views from Broadway Tower.

August is a tasty month, as Pershore cascades itself in purple for the annual Plum Festival. Thousands of plum lovers descend on this quaint town to appreciate the fruit at this multi-award winning event.

September brings the Salt Fest in Droitwich Spa. The town is a hive of activity as it celebrates its brine heritage dating back to Roman times.

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The Vale of Evesham, famous for its Spring Blossom Trail, a breath-taking experience which takes you around some of the most picturesque areas of Worcestershire.

The two month long festival sees events and mini festivals celebrate the favourite produce of the town, most restaurants change their menu to reflect the celebrations.

Whether it’s a boat trip on the midWorcestershire Canal Ring, a stay in an award winning farmhouse, a walk in the Cotswolds, cycling through many enchanting villages and hamlets, a rural break in a quality hotel, buying local produce in a farm shop or enjoying one of our great festivals, this part of Worcestershire has everything to offer for that perfect trip.

Located along the banks of Shakespeare’s River Avon, is the charming town of Pershore – known for its beautiful 13th century Norman Abbey. Pershore High Street prides itself with independent shops, café, pubs and restaurants providing you with a perfect day to browse for special something and enjoy some locally sourced food and drink. Don’t miss Number 8, which offers exciting events including live productions, cinema films and arts. Wander down to the indoor Retail Market to enhance your shopping experience with fresh, local and unique products on offer. Enjoy wildlife with a visit to the Avon Meadows Community Wetlands, or visit Pershore College which is famous for its abundance of unrivalled resources and is the base for the Royal Horticulture Society.

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Droitwich Spa is famous for its unique salt heritage. Walk Evesham is a traditional in the footsteps of John Corbett who in 1853 built the market town full of largest, most modern and successful salt works earning him history, magnificent the title of ‘Salt King’. He also built the famous French style buildings, arcades, Chateau Impney (now a luxurious hotel) for his wife, Anna, shops, pubs and who missed her Parisian lifestyle and French upbringing she restaurants. Situated had enjoyed so much. Join in the celebrations on the 25th in the heart of the June when the 200th anniversary of his birth will take place.

Evesham Vale on the banks of the River Avon where fishing and boating Another famous son of the town is Edward Winslow – born are popular pastimes. Evesham Angling Festival in Droitwich in 1595 he was a senior leader on the famous over the August Bank Holiday weekend is just one of ship Mayflower that in 1620 reached the shores of New the many events and festivals that take place in this England. The Heritage Centre in the town is a great place to bustling town. The award winning Abbey Park offers visit to uncover more of the towns History. play facilities for children and with its beautiful scenery makes the perfect picnic spot. Evesham has many famed Explore the newly restored Droitwich Canal (part of the attractions such as the site of the famous Battle of unique mid-Worcestershire Ring) not only by boat, but Evesham where Simon de Montfort lost his life, the also on foot and by cycle and explore some of the many Almonry Heritage Centre, a 14th Century building which trails the town and nearby area has to offer. The town was once home to the Abbey Almoner. The Regal, a centre hosts a wide range of much acclaimed restored art shops, cafes and restaurants that deco cinema and The Valley will make any retail therapy a great shopping and leisure session a pure delight. destination for all the family, is conveniently located just off the A46.

It’s now official, this jolly green vegetable grown

VALE OF EVESHAM ASPARAGUS

in the heart of Worcestershire has received the supreme culinary prestige of European protected food name status. It joins the elite group of food and drinks which include Champagne, Cognac and Roquefort to name but a few. If you visit between 23rd April and 21st June make sure Vale Asparagus is on your menu!

The village of Broadway nestles between the Vale of Evesham and the Cotswolds, making it the ideal base to explore. Sitting at the foot of the 1206ft Fish Hill, it is often referred to as ‘the Jewel of the Cotswolds’ and ‘show village of England’ because it is home to one of the longest High Streets in England with the most charming independent shops and galleries. Discover and explore the Russell Design Museum and the Ashmolean Museum which brings an international name and reputation to the village.

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NORTH Worcestershire Make the most of a break in Bewdley, Bromsgrove, Kidderminster, Redditch and Stourport on Severn, set within or close to beautiful Worcestershire countryside. Benefiting from its close proximity to neighbouring cosmopolitan Birmingham, these five North Worcestershire towns and surroundings offer visitors, breathtaking scenery and a rich heritage.

Built within the Royal Feckenham Forest, covering large parts of west Worcestershire, Redditch benefits from a mix of old and new. Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre, set along the ruins of a medieval Cistercian Abbey which gave the town it’s name (The Red Dyche) sits nicely next to Forge Mill - a needle museum, showing a vivid illustration of how once upon a time, 90 per cent of the world’s needles were produced in the town. The Visitor Centre has a large pleasant grassed area, a park with picnic tables and children’s play area.

Arrow Valley Park is one of two National Green Flag parks in Redditch and covers over 900 acres. It’s hard to believe you’re in an urban environment when walking or cycling around this vast open space. The focal point is the Visitor Centre, situated with lakeside panoramic views, which you can enjoy from the indoor cafe or outside picnic tables. An extensive playground area with slides, climbing nets, swings and frames feature in this multi-level, state of the art play area. The free outside gym completes this most special attraction.

MIXING THE ANCIENT AND MODERN

Town Centres North Worcestershire has seen an ever-increasing shopping offer to visitors. Whilst appreciating beautiful architecture, visitors can shop, eat, take in a film or show and in some cases even go to the gym! You are spoilt for choice with your shopping in the five towns, from Redditch with its market and the Kingfisher Centre, one of the first indoor malls in the country and nearby Bromsgrove High Street, set within a conservation area, with its open air market and outdoor events. Stourport-on-Severn’s Georgian riverside town uniquely combines canal heritage with “fun fair” entertainment for the whole family Kidderminster’s individualistic music heritage themed public areas, mix of retail parks, shopping centres, independent outlets and two day open air market give an enviable choice of retail therapy!

Bewdley, as the gateway to the beautiful Forest of Wyre, has a charm of its own with a range of independent and multinational shops, restaurants, town centre and riverside pubs and cafes.

Whichever you choose, each offers something unique and enjoyable for all visitors.

At The Transport Museum at Wythall you will find a collection of buses and battery electric vehicles such as electric bread and milk floats, plus a miniature steam railway that operates on event days. Along with ‘Kids Kabin’ activity and picnic area’s, cafe and souvenir shop you are sure to have a great day out.

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Severn Valley Railway...

operates mainly steam-hauled passenger trains along the beautiful Severn Valley between Kidderminster, Bewdley & Bridgnorth, creating a journey of about 16 miles. There is no better way to see superb views of the River Severn than from one of these ‘standard gauge’, full size, steam-hauled trains.

Shops, refreshments and pubs are available in and around most stops and be sure to include a visit to the “Engine House” at Highley to complete your visit.

Severn Valley Railway hosts regular events and themed weekends throughout the year as does the country’s only museum dedicated to carpet manufacturing. Kidderminster’s Museum of Carpet, in the historic Stour Vale Mill is the town’s living legacy to more than 300 years of carpet heritage. See large working looms, colourful carpets and the traditional skills of spinning and handloom weaving.

Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove offering an upholsterer, artists, hair and beauty salon, antiques and collectables, a fudge maker and much more. There’s also a cafe on site and a pub just opposite - so it’s well worth a visit.

PLENTY OF HISTORY From the Norman Conquest onwards, the Hanbury Estate was within the boundaries of the Royal Forest of Feckenham. The 18th Century Hanbury Hall (under the care of the National Trust) is open to the public all year round. A short distance away is the canal side craft centre at

Avoncroft Open Air Museum cares for a collection of several thousand objects that reflect the life and work that went on within buildings and structures of Historic Buildings. Special collections housed within 19 acres of grounds, include The National Telephone Kiosk Collection. As well as events through the year, it houses an award winning Edwardian Tea Room.

On the banks of the River Severn, sits Bewdley, and set in its historic Butchers Shambles, the fascinating displays at Bewdley Museum (free entry) give an insight into the trades and crafts of this Georgian town and the Wyre Forest area. With hands-on activities and regular craft demonstrations there’s plenty to see and do for the whole family, including the brass foundry, jail, resident

crafts people, air raid shelter, varied exhibitions and events. Make sure you also take time for a well-earned break in the café set within attractive walled gardens.

With a stroll around the delightful museum grounds and the adjoining Jubilee Gardens, it’s the perfect way to relax and unwind.

The Worcestershire County Museum, near both Kidderminster and Stourport, is housed in historic Hartlebury Castle.

Whether you are looking for a chance to learn about everything from Romans to Regency, a peaceful stroll through nature, or just a nice cup of tea and a cake, the Museum offers plenty for a day out.

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GETTING BACK TO NATURE Close to Bromsgrove you will find the Clent and the Waseley Hills which attract just under a million people each year. The Clent Hills are graced with several classically inspired architectural works from about the 1750s. Most of them are in the private grounds of 18th Century Hagley Hall, which is open to the public.

Home to the region’s only Safari Park

Visit West Midland Safari & Leisure Park, an all weather 4 mile safari, which runs late night tours throughout August. Come face to face with some of the fastest, tallest, largest and cutest animals around and round off your day with a visit to the many amusement rides and attractions.

Bewdley is the gateway to the ancient Forest of Wyre, featuring a cafe and Discovery Centre. Its surrounding woodlands are fantastic places to enjoy the fresh air and have fun outdoors. There is something for everyone all year round, from walking and family cycling to Go Ape - High Wire adventure.

Arley and Bodenham Arboretums, both close to Kidderminster are opportunities to discover tranquil wonderlands of rare and ancient trees. Arley also features exquisite walled gardens and panoramic views, whilst Bodenham includes two chains of pools and lakes, integrated within a working farm.

With so much to do you may well want to consider staying a while. Whether you’re looking for boutique accommodation, a family-friendly hotel or a quiet spot to pitch a tent or caravan, you’ll be sure to find the perfect bolthole.

For more information visit the relevant Tourist Information Centres, the websites of the individual destinations or www.visitworcestershire.org Tourist Information Centres Bewdley: 0845 6077819 Redditch: 01527 60806

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Avoncroft Museum Explore a unique museum showcasing over 30 historical buildings including a medieval town house, toll house and the National Telephone Kiosk collection. Children can get hands on fun during the special themed workshops, learning new skills, as well as enjoying history via the Tudor, Victorian & 1940s workshops.

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Little Owl Farm PARK There are so many animals waiting to meet you within the 18 acres of Little Owl Farm Park including Meerkats, Owls, Sheep, Pigs, Pygmy Goats, Ferrets, Chickens, Deer, Alpacas, Critters and many more! There are plenty of animals and play activities for the whole family to enjoy including Piglet Bottle Feeding demonstrations, where you can bottle feed the Piglets (and other baby animals, when available) on a daily basis throughout the year. www.littleowlfarmpark.co.uk

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Transport Museum Wythall

Home to a unique collection of buses and battery electric road vehicles. Open Apr-Oct at weekends plus Wednesdays in school holidays. On main event days, children love riding on the buses and miniature steam railway. See the website for dates.

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It is a great day for the whole family with interactive exhibits and the opportunity to enjoy a picnic on the grass on a sunny day. www.wythall.org.uk

Tudor House Museum Tudor House dates from the mid-1500s and is ideal for a family day out. You can watch weaving demonstrations and trace the city’s industrial heritage. Children can play with the dressing up box, follow the trails and take part in holiday craft activities. In 2017, come and join us in celebrating over 400 years of Worcester history! www.tudorhouse.org.uk

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EASTNOR CASTLE Eastnor Castle is brimming with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The Adventure playground, junior assault course and mini zip wire are just a few of the highlights for all children to enjoy. Explore the grounds, admiring the castle lake and follow the tree trail to the summerhouse for views from the highest point in the grounds.

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Step back in time to a bygone age of great wealth when the house played host to royal parties. Audio guides are available to bring the ruins of Witley Court to life. Enjoy the beautiful gardens and lake, woodland walks, amazing fountains - with an adventure playground, bug hotel and new photographic view round every corner.

Pick up a free wildlife spotter sheet and explore the winding woodland paths. You can also enjoy light refreshments at the Visitor Centre or the tea room. www.english-heritage.org.uk/witley

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There is so much to see and do at West Midland Safari and Leisure Park.

You can get up close to rhino’s, zebras, elephants, tigers and many more on the Safari Drive-through and see the newest arrivals including - a baby rhino, two baby giraffes and a pack of 14 African painted dog pups!

Take to foot to explore the African Village and discover Meerkat Mayhem and the Lemur Woods. The Discovery Trail can be done in all weather conditions with a variety of talks and shows for you to watch along the way.

WITLEY COURT & GARDENS

Mini Pro Golf

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With a total of 18 holes, this beautiful grass course is based in a pleasant riverside setting in the town of Kidderminster. No experience necessary meaning any one can take part.

You can record your scores to see who makes it through the minefield, over the wooden bridge and through the wizard’s legs in the least amount of putts.

Hot and cold refreshments are also available on site. www.miniprogolfparks.com

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West Midland Safari & Leisure Park

All Things Wild

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As well as the animal enclosures there is an Adventure Theme Park with dozens of rides to choose from and a Tiny Tots Theme Park for the younger members of the group.

An all year round family fun day out, full of diverse indoor and outdoor activities, it is an enjoyable and educational experience for everyone.

Take part in the Madagascar Creepy Crawly Hunt, step back in time to the Jurassic period and see the dinosaurs up close in the Dino Barn. There are plenty of daily activities such as pond dipping, Animal Encounters and the Lemur and Wallaby walkthrough.

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The Severn Valley Railway’s winning mix of stunning scenery, historic attractions and fantastic events make for a fantastic day out.

Jump on board a heritage steam locomotive for an exciting journey along the beautiful 16-mile span from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth and explore any of the six historic stations en route.

Stop at The Engine House Visitor Centre and take in the many interactive exhibits, including full-size locomotives, King George VI Royal Carriage and SVR exhibition or fill up at the Flag & Whistle Food Stop restaurant.

For a day with a difference, experience the SVR’s many events, including Steam Galas, 1940s weekends, Ghost Trains and Santa Steam Specials.

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Broadway Cotswolds The beautiful Worcestershire Cotswolds have inspired many artists and was a regular relaxation destination for writers, including J.M. Barrie. During his visits to the county, he penned a pamphlet, "The Allahakbarrie Book of Broadway Cricket" (1899), which is an amusing, whimsical account of his cricketing endeavours in the Cotswolds.

Worcestershire has inspired many writers, musicians and artists over the years. Discover something to inspire you in every corner of this county.

C.S. Lewis first discovered the beauty of Malvern when he studied at Malvern College from the age of 11 for three academic years. During his adult years he enjoyed revisiting the hillside town regularly. A winter walk around the Victorian resort town will seem reminiscent of many of his books. In keeping with its heritage, Malvern has retained its historical gas lamps. These are abundant throughout Priory Park and up into the hills. Great Malvern train station has also been restored to its former Victorian splendour.

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE by CS Lewis Š copyright CS Lewis Pte Ltd 1950.

A.E. Milne, P.G. Wodehouse, Jerome K. Jerome and Arthur Conan Doyle, were regulars in Barrie's amateur cricket team from 1890 to 1913. They played against actors and artists lead by the American actress Mary de Navarro, whom Barrie was much taken with.

Even after making Oxford his home, C.S. Lewis would regularly visit the county with his friend J.R.R. Tolkien, they would walk the Malvern Hills with close friend George Sayer. During a recording made

by George Sayer, Tolkien referred to the trio walking the hills and how he would compare parts of the Malvern Hills to the White Mountains of Gondor.

Taken from Jack: A Life of C. S. Lewis by George Sayer, Š 1988, 1994.

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Slightly more adventurous visitors could take a bike ride around the Malvern Hills, following in the cycle tracks of Elgar. With the release of the modern bike design in the late 1890s, Elgar loved to partake in the latest Edwardian craze of bike riding while living in Malvern.

The Elgar Route is signposted with Brown Signs for those who want to follow the sights by vehicle; a route of about 35 miles will take you around the foothills of the Malverns, weaving in and out of the counties of Worcestershire and Herefordshire. With links over the border in Herefordshire, take time to visit Hereford Cathedral and see the Elgar statue in Cathedral Close. www.visitworcestershire.org/elgar

2017 will see the 160th Anniversary of the birth of Sir Edward Elgar and there are many ways you can celebrate this in Worcestershire!

Worcester City will be holding an Elgar Festival starting on the composer’s birth date 2 - 11 June. During the festival Worcester will recognise arguably its most famous citizen and undoubtedly Britain’s most famous composer, with a series of events taking place including concerts, walks & talks, exhibitions of rare Elgar memorabilia and much more. This is your chance to come and immerse yourself in the life and times of Elgar in the city he called home. You can visit places he lived, take in the famous venues he played, as well as exploring the wider county on the Elgar Trail.

Elgar's Birthplace is located in Lower Broadheath and will reopen in spring, run by the National Trust. This is a popular attraction for those interested in following Elgar’s life around the county. We are looking forward to seeing the developments made by the National Trust team over the winter months.

Alfred Edward Housman was born in Fo ckbury, near Bromsgro ve, in 1859 where he was educated at Bromsgrove Sc hool before winning a scho larship to Oxford in 1877 .

A Shropshire La d is Housman’s m ost famous work. It is a se ries, of 63 poems, which according to The Housman Society: “is born out of th e troubles Housman suffe red during his life... set in a half-imaginar y Shropshire, a lost content’... ‘land of ‘those blue re membered hills .’”

Initially, severa l publishers tu rned him dow resulting in hi n, m self publish ing the poems which have be in 1896 en in print ever since. www.visitwor cestershire.org /literaryheroe s

Elgar, friend of the Berkeley family, often stayed at SPETCHLEY PARK GARDENS, and enjoyed fishing in the lake. It was here that he got his inspiration for The Dream of Gerontius while walking around the grounds. Visitors will delight in experiencing the place which led to one of his greatest pieces of work. Take a trip to Spetchley Park Gardens and be inspired yourself by the beautiful grounds from April to October in 2017.

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home of The Cold War Experience at Broadway Tower Fifteen feet below the ground in a field beside Broadway Tower is an underground bunker, a relic of the Cold War. Over 1500 “secret” bunkers were built nationwide between 1955 and 1962 to measure the impact of a nuclear explosion and resultant radioactive fallout.

Manned by men and women of the Royal Observer Corps, the conditions down below were very primitive with no running water, gas or mains electricity. Closed in 1991, the Broadway Tower bunker has now been fully restored to represent the operational setup of the 1980s.

www.broadwaytower.co.uk

The Ashmolean Museum Broadway will become the Broadway Museum and Art Gallery in February 2017. The changes will enable the Community Museum to tell more of the rich history of Broadway. New exhibits will look at the village’s medieval roots and its role in the lucrative wool trade between 1327 and 1550, the coaching heritage which emerged between 1550 and 1850 and Broadway’s more recent history as an inspiration for late 19th and early 20th century artists. This will be in addition to the museum’s role in displaying artworks and visiting exhibitions loaned from the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford.

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The Museum is undergoing an exciting refurbishment will close for a period from November 2017. Up until that date we will run special offers and events. Make sure you visit to see work in action, mix with past Royal Worcester Artists who regularly work in our galleries and learn about the world’s finest collection of Worcester Porcelain.

Severn Street Worcester WR1 2ND T: 01905 21247

Opening times throughout 2017

January to February: Monday to Saturday 10 am – 4 pm March to October: Mon to Sat 10 am – 5 pm

‘Royal Worcester’ and the C51 crown device are registered by and used under kind permission from Portmeirion Group UK Ltd to whom all rights are reserved.

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George Marshall Medical Museum The George Marshall Medial Museum shows the advances made in medicine via a collection of objects from over the past 250 years.

Did you know if your teeth fell out 200 years ago and you were wealthy, your new set of gnashers might just have come from the mouth of a dead soldier from the Battle of Waterloo! Tooth decay and bad breath were the norm for those in the 1800s and recycled real teeth were the best option.

Museum of Carpet There is little that compares to the profound beauty of an antique carpet; if hung in a gallery, they would be viewed as works of art. It is not just for the intricate detail of the design nor the incomparable artistry of the patterns, but each carpet is woven with a rich and vibrant history. Yet for many people, carpet is simply ignored as we walk over it.

The Museum of Carpet wants to challenge this and so it takes visitors on a guided tour through Kidderminster’s 300 year old history of carpet making.

Visitors can see how the town started weaving ‘stuff’ - a heavy, rough fabric before carpets were made. And the highlight of the tour is watching the power looms run, weaving carpet before their eyes.

See the ‘Waterloo Teeth’ on display amongst other interesting artefacts at the George Marshall Medical Musem. There is free parking for museum visitors in the Charles Hastings Education Centre’s car park and the Museum is open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.

www.medicalmuseum.org.uk

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2017 marks the 150th Anniversary of three times Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin’s birth who was MP for Bewdley from 1908 to 1937. During this time he helped Britain through the General Strike, the Depression and the Abdication of Edward VII. Baldwin’s most notable position was his support of parliamentary democracy during times when revolution and dictatorship were common European experiences.

His father’s family were wealthy industrialists and he helped his father create what was, from 1902, one of Britain’s largest iron and steel firms, Baldwin’s Ltd. His mother’s family had artistic and literary interests: his uncles included the artists Sir Edward Burne-Jones and Sir Edward Poynter, and Rudyard Kipling was a cousin.

Stanley Baldwin’s ashes are buried along with those of his wife in Worcester Cathedral. This year the Cathedral plans to remember him with a service of commemoration and a series of talks. www.worcestercathedral.co.uk

Hartlebury Castle A Grade I listed hidden gem that served as the Bishop of Worcester’s residence for over 1,000 years. The project to restore and transform this magnificent building will see a series of redevelopment work taking place throughout 2017. The project will open up never before seen parts of the Castle, including restoring the Long Gallery, opening up the beautiful Gothic Chapel and providing interpretation to tell the bishops’ stories.

Visitors will also be able to enjoy a new café, a children’s play area and a larger car park. Throughout 2017 different sections of the building will be revealed to visitors, while the County Museum, which is based at the Castle, remains unaffected and open for visitors to enjoy throughout this redevelopment period. www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk

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In the heart of historic Worcester where the English Civil War began and ended, The Commandery brings to life tales of treason, treachery and tragedy in a beautiful building with a bloody past.

The Commandery's past is a story unlike any other. In 1651 it was transformed into Royalist headquarters for the decisive Battle of Worcester, the final battle of the English Civil War in 1651.

Immerse yourself in The Commandery's most significant moment in history as you are taken on an atmospheric journey.

Choose your allegiance to King or Parliament and encounter the smells and sounds of battle, come face-to-face with 17th century characters and plan your strategy on the battlefield in The Commandery's interactive new displays.

Churches Conservation Trust – St Swithuns St. Swithun’s is a stunning Georgian church situated in the heart of Worcester. Cared for by The Churches Conservation Trust, St Swithun’s is open Tuesday to Saturday for visitors to discover the unique interior including a 3 tiered pulpit and original box pews. St. Swithun’s will host an eclectic programme of music, arts, theatre and family events throughout the year. www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk

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Stay On A Farm and get closer to the wildlife and countryside Huntlands Farm Bed and Breakfast is a picturesque working farm offering six huge rooms, some with four-poster beds and stand-alone baths, beautiful views of the countryside and animals, delicious fresh food and a guaranteed, memorable stay. Guest can now stay at newly launched Moorhall Farm, self-catering property nearby owned by Lucy and Stephen. If guests don’t want to cook or go out to eat, Stephen is happy to cook for you - Jamaican BBQs being a specialty! www.huntlandsfarm.co.uk

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Hop Pickers Rural Retreats offers 3 uniquely different self catering properties located at the end of a no through road in rural Worcestershire.

Hop Pickers is a haven for wildlife and there is a number of countryside walks including a woodland walk leading to their wildlife hide. Sneak up there before dusk and you should be lucky enough to see the resident badgers popping in and out of the old sett overlooking the oast pond. www.hoppickersbarn.co.uk

Pitlands Farm is set in 25 acres, the luxurious self catering holiday accommodation comprises of three lodges, three bungalows, a cottage, and farmhouse B&B. All have stunning views over the Teme Valley. For walkers, the Worcestershire Way is only 1/2 mile away, and there are miles of footpaths to explore. Having multiple properties makes Pitlands an ideal venue for family gettogethers as groups. Groups can holiday together but still have their own space. www.pitlandsfarm.co.uk

Rhydd Barn has been sympathetically restored to a light, open style across three levels keeping the atmosphere of the barn. Watercolour and tile paintings by Bobby Boaz (a Royal Worcester China artist) are featured across the white walls and exposed beams. A great retreat for two with modern facilities and lovely views of the Malvern hills.

The Barn is west and south facing with a sheltered paved patio. www.rhyddbarn.co.uk

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The Fleece Inn is owned by the National Trust and steeped in 600 years of history and character. It is also the winner of numerous awards including ‘Best Tourism Pub’ by Visit England. Ideal as a base for exploring the Worcestershire Cotswolds and Vale of Evesham, it offers two options for guests, the Master’s Bedchamber, a cosy, beamed room which overlooks St Leonard’s Church and experience Glamping in MoonGazer, The Fleece’s bow top caravan. www.thefleeceinn.co.uk

The Cardinal’s Hat is Worcester’s oldest pub dating back to the fourteenth century. Four boutique city rooms offer a sense of Georgian glamour from the pubs Regency heyday. The rooms are spacious boasting high ceilings, comfy king-size beds and luxury bathrooms, and the ideal central location from which to explore historic Worcester and the beautiful county of Worcestershire. www.the-cardinals-hat.co.uk

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Relax IN luxury with spa treatments, gourmet food & quality childcare on offeR The Elms Hotel, Abberley is a haven of family-friendly luxury in a Queen Anne-style manor in lovely grounds with kitchen gardens has just 23 stylish rooms perfect for quality time together. Parents can also get a well-earned break thanks to two hours’ free childcare a day and flexible dining – a children’s high tea, a family dinner, and an evening meal for adults using baby-listening, or adults and kids dining together. www.theelmshotel.co.uk

Brockencote Hall Hotel is a peaceful luxury retreat, tucked away amid some of England’s finest countryside and heritage. This newly refurbished Victorian manor house hotel is set in 70 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with a scenic lake and in the distance, a gentle glimpse of the famed Malvern Hills. The dining experience is enhanced by panoramic rural views across the estate and a superb wine cellar. www.brockencotehall.com

The Bank House Hotel offers stunning views of the rolling Malvern Hills, wedding and corporate facilities, a luxury spa and 18 hole golf course, the perfect destination for all.

With 60 bedrooms to choose from, ranging from the opulent Penthouse Suite to the Classic and Executive bedrooms, Family bedrooms and Luxury Suites, we have accommodation to suit your every need. Relax and unwind in the luxury Malvern View Spa, with an indoor swimming pool, Thermal Suite and award-winning Temple Spa treatments. www.bankhouseworcester.com

Hogarths Stone Manor encapsulates a home from home atmosphere as you unwind in the quirky Tudor-style settings. Traditional architecture meets modern furnishings in our luxury hotel, a blissful retreat to escape to, right on the doorstep of the picture-perfect rolling hills of rural Worcestershire. Discover fresh produce in the walled garden, treat yourself to a themed afternoon tea, let the kids roam free around the lawns, and tuck into fine British fare in the AA Rosette restaurant. Think of our hotel as your very own country manor. www.hogarths.co.uk

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME A LITTLE WHILE LONGER IN WORCESTERSHIRE Worcester City Centre Cottage is located within the remains of the old medieval city walls, is a Grade 2 listed building on a pedestrianised street dating from the Georgian period and is set in a conservation area adjacent to Worcester Cathedral.

The composer Sir Edward Elgar lived here as a child in Victorian times. The lower ground floor kitchen diner is fully equipped. Access to an enclosed rear courtyard affords guests an opportunity to sit outside and barbeque; weather permitting! www.worcestercitycentrecottage.co.uk

Holywell Suite is a 4 Star Gold rated spacious 2 bedroomed apartment in the totally refurbished Wells House. Breath-taking, far reaching views of the Worcestershire countryside can be enjoyed from all rooms and the famous Malvern Hills are right on your doorstep.

Nestled in the wooded hillside of the famous Malvern Hills, it is a paradise for walkers, cyclists and wildlife enthusiasts. The Malvern Hills are an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enjoy the Wonderful Worcestershire World on your doorstep, car-free & care-free! www.holywellsuite.co.uk

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home of will be mesmerised with the features and be surprised around every corner of the 3 acre garden. The garden is wheel chair friendly and all areas are accessible.

Ralph Court Gardens 12 amazing gardens set in the grounds of a gothic rectory. From Italy to Africa the gardens transport you around the world and beyond into a fantasy world.

Whether you are an adult or a child you

Start your journey through the African jungle taking the tree top walkway.

Walk behind the water cascade and enjoy the lush tropical planting. Visit the incredible Triton Pool with its water jets but beware of the rising water.

Pass through the Pirate garden with its run aground galleon. See the beautiful Italian Piazza incorporating a church and bell tower with pencil cupressus conifers under-planted with lavender.

Pass by Toad Hall in the Willow garden before walking through the Gunnera maze. If you do find your way out then make sure you do not disturb ‘Edwina’, our resident dragon! Take a seat in the tranquil Japanese garden with tea house and trickling tree waterlily pool. www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk

LEAP INTO THE PAST Hop through the ruins, skip around the woodland and jump into a Victorian childhood.

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Surrounded by acres of parkland, with beautifully re-created 18th century gardens and under the care of the National Trust, Hanbury Hall was once home to the infamous Vernon family. Flowers, fruit and vegetables flourish in the walled garden, and are used in the tearoom, along with eggs from the chickens. In the walled orchard and formal fruit garden you will find 56 varieties of fruit.

Two walking trails allow you to explore Hanbury Hall’s parkland and beyond. There are many rooms open in the main house to explore and see the family treasures and learn about their history. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hanbury

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Morton Hall GardenS Overlooking the Vale of Evesham, Morton Hall offers a panoramic view of the Malvern and Clee Hills, with Welsh mountain ranges on the horizon. Located in eight acres of parkland, it was designed by Charles Chesshire as a succession of garden rooms each with its own character, while maintaining continuity between them. Visits to Morton Hall are by appointment only for a minimum of 10 people, with tours by the owner or head gardener starting in the West Garden and lasting up to 2 and a half hours. www.mortonhallgardens.co.uk

Discover something new each time you visit A secret wartime airbase, now a visitor centre and museum, was once a hub of activity for thousands of people in the 1940s.

Stroll through the grandest of 'Capability' Brown's English landscapes and discover Croome Court at its heart.

Once home to the Earls of Coventry, the house tells the story of its eclectic past in new and inventive ways.

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Set within 134 acres of a protected valley, each season brings a changing landscape to Bodenham Arboretum, which has an oasis of plantations, pools and avenues.

Centred around the big pool are many rare and ornamental trees, with the Arboretum home to 3000 species of trees and shrubs.

Take a walk around and discover the flora and fauna, insect life and birds which make Bodenham their home. A visit to Bodenham Arboretum wouldn’t be complete without a stop at their restaurant for afternoon tea. www.bodenhamarboretum.co.uk Start your adventure here www.visitworcestershire.org #ExploreTheShire

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Webbs Riverside Gardens The Riverside Gardens beside the River Salwarpe at Webbs, Wychbold are five acres of rich resource for everyone to enjoy. Escape the pace of modern life by seeking peaceful inspiration from the feature gardens or looking for new ways to go green with ideas for self-sufficiency and environmentally sensitive gardening. Let the children explore the magical Hobbit House, play in the willow wigwams, peak into the insect hotel and explore the stunning summer flowering wild meadow. The gardens are FREE to visit and offer enjoyment for gardeners, families with children or those simply looking for a peaceful stroll. Why not pop in to our Restaurant afterwards to enjoy your favourite drink, slice of home baked cake or a delicious meal! webbs.co.uk

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A new exhibition, which includes over a 188 poems, launches at the National Trust Croome, near Worcester.

‘Plumlines’ is a collection of real life stories expressed through poetry, written by people from across Worcestershire about their female relatives life during the First World War.

Three Choirs Festival The internationally-renowned Three Choirs Festival returns to Worcester in July 2017 for a week of magnificent music-making in the cathedral and a range of intimate, beautiful venues across the county. Bookended by concerts celebrating great British composers such as Elgar, Vaughan Williams, Britten and Tippett, the rest

The inspiration for Plumlines came from a little known story at Croome, of how American Heiress Viscountess Deerhurst, helped the 9th Earl of Coventry mobilise Pershore’s first ever Women’s Institute by encouraging 100 women to meet. The centenary of that meeting is on 21 November 2016.

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by Mozart, Mendelssohn and Fauré; monumental symphonic organ works from Poulenc and Saint-Säens; music inspired by events of 1917 from Shostakovich’s twelfth symphony to Dixieland jazz and Joplin ragtime; latenight Bach and Vivaldi and a host of family events and workshops.

Through an imaginative exhibition, which includes 188 saplings created from vintage paper, it is hoped that the story of the Earl, The Viscountess and the First World War takes root at Croome.

The exhibition will run until the end of 2017. Croome is open throughout the year. Normal admission applies.

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David Cox and his Contemporaries Discover the vibrant art scene of the West Midlands during the nineteenth century through the work of Birmingham born David Cox. Renowned for his landscape paintings, this exhibition explores the artists that influenced Cox, as well as the influence that his own work and writing had on watercolour painting, landscape art and the vibrant artistic communities of the Midlands. Bringing together Worcester’s amazing collection of paintings by Cox with works high profile loans by Turner and Constable from the British Museum, this exhibition uses rarely displayed artworks to explore Cox’s place as a world class artist.

Taking the story of making and collecting art into the 21st century, the exhibition will also host work by recent graduates as part of New Art West Midlands 2017, accompanied by a selection of works from the Worcester City collection acquired through the Contemporary Art Society.

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Voice Opus Anglicanum NYCGB Fellowship Octet The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge

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FEBRUARY Until 12 March

House Tours, Hagley Hall

Sat 11 – Sun 26

Dinosaur Roar, All Things Wild

Sat 11 – Sun 19

Wind in the Willows family trail, Brockhampton Estate (NT)

SUN 12TH TEME VALLEY MARKET, THE TALBOT AT KNIGHTWICK For high quality local food, drink, arts and crafts in a tranquil setting, come and support one of the oldest farmers’ markets in the country every second Sunday of the month.

Tues 14

Dirty Dancing, Drive-in Movie, The Artrix

Sat 18 – Sun 19

Living History, Tudor House, The Commandery, Greyfriars (NT)

Sat 18 – Sun 26

Love Worcester Heritage Festival, Worcester City Locations

Tue 21 Feb

We Love the Georgians Sensory Trail, St Swithuns Church

MARCH FRI 17 – SUN 19 SPRING STEAM GALA, SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY Opening the SVR's 2017 season, the Gala features a great line-up of visiting locomotives, running an intensive service of steam train trips along the 16-mile line, alongside the SVR's own homefleet - a great day out for all the family.

Thurs 23

In the Grove, Broadway Museum and Art Gallery

Fri 24

The English Genius, Number 8

Sun 26

Mothers Day Carvery, Becketts Farm

Sun 26

Mothering Sunday Afternoon Tea, Hagley Hall

APRIL Sat 1 – Sun 2

Potter’s Wheel Workshops, Eastnor Pottery

Sat 8 – Sun 23

Fantastic Beasts Easter Trail, The Hive

Weds 12 – Mon 17

Easter Egg Hunt, Spetchley Park Gardens

Thurs 13

Country Tastic, Three Counties Showground

Sat 22 – Sun 23

Annual Golf Club Open Weekend, Evesham Golf Club

Sun 23

Specialist Plant Fair, Spetchley Park Gardens

SUN 23 – WED 21 JUN THE BRITISH ASPARAGUS FESTIVAL, EVESHAM Celebrating the world’s finest “gras”. Numerous events and activities will take place during this two month long festival that honors the growing, harvesting and eating of this sumptuous delicacy. Worcestershire’s Vale of Evesham is definitely the place to be for true connoisseurs.

Sat 29 -Sun 30

Potter’s Wheel Workshops, Eastnor Pottery

Sun 30

Tiddesley Wood Open Day, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust

Sun 30 - Mon 1 May

Eastnor Chilli Festival, Eastnor Castle

MAY Mon 1

National Garden Scheme Open Day, Little Malvern Court

Mon 7

Dawn Chorus Walk, Hanbury Hall (NT)

Fri 5 – Sun 10 Sept

Embroidered Bodies Exhibition, Broadway Museum and Art Gallery

Weds 10

Jennifer Pike Plays Mozart, Orchestra of the Swan at Malvern Theatres

Thurs 11 – Sun 14

RHS Malvern Spring Show, Three Counties Showground

Sat 20

Worcester Motor Festival, Worcester City Centre

Sat 27 – Mon 29

Cotswold Festival of Steam, Gloucestershire and Warwickshire Steam Railway

SUN 28 MALVERN MUNCH FOOD A leisurely 6 mile walk around the Malvern Hills food and drink whilst listening to live music alon Sun 28 – Mon 29

Vintage Eastnor, Eastno

Mon 29 – Thurs 1 Jun

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Elgar Festival, Worceste

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Cider with Rosie, Worce

Fri 9 – Sun 18

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SAT 17 – SUN 18 DROITWICH SPA FOOD This year, we are proud to welcome one of Britai Festival. He will open the festival on Saturday an Demonstration Kitchen.

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Bodenham Summer Picn

Sat 17 – Mon 19

Witley in Bloom, Witley

Sun 18

Father’s Day, The Transp

THURS 22-SUN 25 UPTON JAZZ FESTIVAL, Four days of music from internationally-renown camping next to the jazz; 50 concerts in 8 venue Dance@Upton; Stars of the future in the Best of stalls and trade stands.

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Jinney Ring Folk Festiva

Sat 24 – Sun 25

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Stourport Vintage Steam

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Tue 11 – Sun 23

Charlie’s Aunt, Worceste

Fri 14

Brian Adams in Concert

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FRI 21 – SUN 23 UPTON BLUES FESTIVAL This festival fills the town with many thousands stage and ten pub venues creating over 130 free

SAT 27 – SUN 4 JUN RHINO WEEK, WEST MIDLANDS SAFARI & LEISURE PARK Join us when we will be celebrating all things rhino and raising funds for rhino conservation at the same time!

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Three Choirs Festival, W

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Family Fun Day, The Geo

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Malvern Walking Festival, Malvern

Sat 27 – Sun 4 Jun Spin Us a Yarn, Almonry Heritage Centre

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AUGUST TUES 1 – MON 28 PERSHORE PLUM FESTIVAL, PERSHORE Pershore turns purple in what is the town's largest event featuring one of the largest classic car shows in the region, and encompasses the wonderful work of many local volunteers, businesses, charities and groups, to provide a showcase event in our passionate celebration of the humble plum.

Sat 5

Jinney Ring Blues and Beer Festival, Jinney Ring Craft Centre

SAT 5 – SUN 6 AUG WORCESTER FOODIE FESTIVAL, WORCESTER CITY CENTRE Live music, street entertainment, competitions, free face painting and fun activities will make sure that there is something for all the family at this celebration of all things tasty. The event will be taking place throughout the pedestrianised city centre and admission is free.

Sat 12 – Mon 28

Worcester Festival, Worcester City Centre

Sun 13

Worcester Show, Gheluvelt Park

Thu 17 - Sat 19

CAMRA Beer, Cider and Perry Festival, Worcester Racecourse

SAT 26 – MON 28 BATTLE OF WORCESTER WEEKEND, THE COMMANDERY The Commandery presents the Battle of Worcester: The Storming of Fort Royal and the Escape of Charles Stuart on the August bank holiday weekend, 2017.

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Sat 9 – Sun 10

Droitwich Spa Salt Festival, Droitwich Spa

Thurs 7 – Sun 10

Heritage Open Days, Free Entry at various Museums and Historical Houses

Sun 10

Broadway Food Festival, Broadway

FRI 15 – SUN 17 WORCESTER MUSIC FESTIVAL, WORCESTER CITY CENTRE Worcester Music Festival is a leading metropolitan live music event which hosts over 200 performances and is celebrating its tenth anniversary in 2017. It is a hugely popular three-day showcase of original music taking place in 20 venues in Worcester city centre.

Sat 16 – Sun 17

Autumn Speed Finale, Shelsley Walsh

SAT 23 – SUN 24 MALVERN AUTUMN SHOW, THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND A Celebration of the best seasonal food and gardening, quality plants for sale, vintage village and nostalgia. Discover craft art animals and more.

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UPTON UPON SEVERN ned jazz, swing and dance bands; Family-friendly; es; Riverboat shuffles; Learn jive and swing with f Young Jazz marquee; Artisan food and drink

Fri 6- Sun 15

Bewdley Festival, Bewdley

Sat 14 Oct

Identification & Valuation Day with Henry Sandon MBE, Museum of Royal Worcester

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Sat 14 – Sun 15

Big Apple Weekend, Weston’s Cider Visitor Centre

Mon 23 – Fri 27

Batty About Bats, Witley Court and Gardens (EH)

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Worcestershire County Cricket Club

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Sat 4 – Mid Jan

Warhol to Walker, Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum

Sat 18

Christmas Craft Fair, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust

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THURS 30 – SUN 3 DEC WORCESTER VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS FAYRE, WORCESTER CITY CENTRE Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre is the leading themed street market in the West Midlands.

Hundreds of stalls fill the atmospheric streets of Worcester's historic heart with the colours, sounds and smells of Christmas.

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SAT 2 TENBURY MISTLETOE FESTIVAL, TENBURY WELLS The mistletoe plant has been associated with this area of the UK for centuries. We too often let great traditions fade away but the people of Tenbury Wells are working so hard to keep the mistletoe traditions alive and well. The festival brings the community together in a unique way and is a really great day out for adults and children alike

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MON 4 – SUN 7 JAN SLEEPING BEAUTY, WORCESTER REP AT SWAN THEATRE Get ready for another magical family pantomime at the Swan Theatre as the Worcester Repertory Company presents Sleeping Beauty – the pantomime of dreams!

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Christmas Garden Walks, Whitlenge Gardens

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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home of Go Ape Worcestershire Ring

Award-winning outdoor adventure activities for all the family. Set within the beautiful Wyre Forest, families and friends of all ages can unleash their inner Ape on Tree Top Adventure and Tree Top Junior. It’s a day out like no other.

Tree Top Adventure: We brief you for safety before you fly down zip-wires, leap off Tarzan Swings and tackle obstacles whilst enjoying some breathtaking scenery.

Tree Top Junior: Uncover a Tree Top Adventure for Junior Tarzans. Release your little monkeys onto a Go Ape course designed for them. No one loves adventure more than kids!

A new arts project will bring a fresh creative spirit to Worcestershire’s waterways during 2017. Led by the Canal & River Trust, ‘The Ring’ will be an 18 month long series of events and commissions celebrating the region’s canals and rivers, focused around the 21 mile circle of waterways made up by the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, the Droitwich canals and the River Severn. Artists will draw their inspiration through working with local communities before reflecting on the area’s cultural heritage through their artwork, which could be anything from sculptures to performance pieces or installations. Activities will take place at different times, check the website for dates and times.

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From spring flowers to autumn leaves, Arley Arboretum is a fantastic location for a family day out. Children can be entertained with a wealth of activities ranging from pond dipping and dinosaur trails to the play park and the maze. For those looking for peace and tranquillity, spend time in the Italian gardens, take wonder in the beauty of the Magnolia garden or admire some of our very rare and special trees. The Garden Tea Room within the walled gardens offers fresh and delicious hot and cold food and drinks.

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Peachley Leisure Peachley Leisure offers an energetic and fun experience with their exhilarating quad trekking over 350 acres of farmland and countryside for riders aged six upwards.

Supplying all safety equipment, the experienced, fully-trained instructors will individually tailor your trek in line with your group's ability. On site there is a picnic area and a cafeteria where the kitchen staff can cater for your trekking party's refreshment needs.

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A great way to enjoy the natural waterways of the River Severn, you can come and hire one of our boats, either as a self drive or as a skippered vessel. Pack a picnic to enjoy or even go for your own catch on our fishing trips. As well as being family friendly we are also pet friendly, so your dog is welcome on board as well.

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Where else in the world can you try five different vintage or classic cars all in one day? With a fleet of over thirty cars there will be something to satisfy any petrol head or enthusiasts that simply admire classic car designs. Be it Porsche, Morris, Austin Healey, Jensen or Rolls Royce, why not get out on the open road and put these cars through their paces. www.greatescapecars.co.uk

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The reward for climbing the 235 steps to the top of Worcester Cathedral’s tower is the breath-taking 360 degree view over Worcester City Centre, the River Severn, county cricket ground, racecourse, Malvern Hills and surrounding countryside. The present tower, completed in 1374 was visited by the future King Charles II to view the Battle of Worcester in 1651. On the journey up the tower you visit the Bell-ringing teaching centre and as you ascend further up the ever decreasing spiral stair case, you can peek into the Ringing Room and Bell Chamber.

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DISCOVER A BEST KEPT SECRET speeds of up to 140mph on the 1000 yard course. The top competitors aim for the hill record of 22.58 seconds, providing a thrilling day out.

Worcester Racecourse Fixtures 2017 Worcester Racecourse is located in the heart of the city of Worcester situated alongside the River Severn.

There are a variety of evening and weekend fixtures including themed race events.

Dates to look out for: SEASON OPENER Thursday 11th May GENTLEMEN’S EVENING Friday 26th May CROWNGATE LADIES DAY Saturday 3rd June FAMILY FUN DAY Sunday 25th June SENIOR CITIZEN’S RACE DAY Monday 10th July IRISH NIGHT Tuesday 18th July PERSHORE PLUM FESTIVAL RACE NIGHT Tuesday 1st August THE BIG MACMILLAN RACE DAY Friday 29th September HALLOWEEN HALF TERM RACE DAY Wednesday 25th October FAMILY FUN DAY Sunday 3rd September

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The SHELSLEY WALSH HILL CLIMB is one of Worcestershire’s best kept secrets. Located just outside Martley and nestled in the Teme Valley Fifteen minutes from the from the centre of Worcester, Lies the world’s oldest motor sport venue still running on it’s original course.

High octane action takes place with rounds of the MSA BRITISH HILL CLIMB CHAMPIONSHIP, celebrating 70 years in August, with cars reaching

If you are into vintage cars, the 1st and 2nd July provides great entertainment with cars ranging from Bugatti to Aston Martin and ERA, and the ever spectacular Napier Bentley always wows the Crowd as it smokes away from the line.

CLASSIC NOSTALGIA on the 22nd and 23rd July is fun for all the Family with action on the track and in the air, Plus period entertainment in the Courtyard, with live Music and Dancing.

There is something for everyone with SEVEN RACE MEETINGS A YEAR, plus the popular and free to attend Breakfast Clubs.

Premier League Football at West Bromwich Albion The Hawthorns is home to WEST BROMWICH ALBION and is also the closest venue to Worcestershire to watch Premier League football featuring fixtures against Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal and many more. With The Hawthorns approximately 45 minutes via rail and road, it is a great venue for a family day out with our average Adult ticket price this season being just over £22 and Junior’s around £8 with ticket offers.

With great pre-match entertainment in the Fanzone that includes children’s entertainment, a big TV screen to catch all things Albion and many food and beverage outlets including our very own Greggs – all with The Hawthorns as an iconic backdrop. www.wba.co.uk

Worcester Warriors A sports fan visit to Worcestershire would not be complete without a trip to Sixways Stadium home to Worcester Warriors and venue that dominates the skyline for those travelling up the M5 corridor. Big crowds are now a regular occurrence at the majestic venue and matches can draw up to 10,000. The atmosphere on match days is a bustling family friendly day with lots of nail biting excitement.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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Holloways A trip to Holloways can easily turn into a full day out as you spend time browsing through the home and garden furniture, home furnishings and stopping a while in the Glasshouse Café, overlooking the Suckley Hills. The licensed café serves delicious homemade food, plenty of options for vegetarians, afternoon teas and outdoor seating for those warmer months. Specialising in garden room and garden furniture, Holloways offer a wide range of furniture for your entire home and garden, as well as a large choice of garden ornaments.

The newly established Food Quarter can be found in the heart of Chapel Walk, offering the largest range of eateries within Worcester City Centre all in one location. From the finest Italian cuisine at Carluccio’s, the variety of handcrafted burgers at Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK), the freshly prepared Mediterranean cooking at Wildwood Kitchen and Deli, to the rustic, seasonal dishes at Bill’s, sitting alongside fantastic independents; Coffee Dough and The Green Room, each delivering their own traditional and contemporary menus, custom blends of coffee beans and teas, accompanied by homemade cakes and pastries, to make your mouth water. You’ll love exploring all the different dishes that you just can’t find anywhere else. www.crowngate-worcester.co.uk

Hop Pocket ShoppinG VILLAGE Described as an Aladdin’s Cave, the Hop Pocket Shopping Village is an independent range of shops spread across several agricultural buildings in Bishop’s Frome.

With offerings from clothing, a farm shop and butchers, toys, plants as well as local ciders, beer and wine with free tastings, your just scratching the surface of what is available at this great shopping destination.

The restaurant serves freshly prepared home-made food, sourcing many of their ingredients from the businesses on site. Catering for all the family, smaller portions, half jacket potatoes and half sandwiches are available for children.

Special events throughout the year see website for details

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L’amuse Bouche restaurant at the Cotford Hotel is a French-style cuisine with a modern twist in a quaint English setting with 2 rosettes.

Winner of the Best Eating Out award in the 2016 Visit Worcestershire Awards for Excellence, L’amuse Bouche serves creative cuisine using fresh, locally sourced organic produce. Set within the gothic architecture of the Cotford Hotel with a team of staff who will bring the 07:36 food to life, the food at L’amuse Bouche has been described as ‘theatre’.

A wonderful day out for garden lovers

COTFORD HOTEL

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ST PETERS GARDEN CENTRE

• Much more than a garden centre • Beautiful countryside setting amongst hills and farmland • Extensive home and garden furniture showrooms

• The award-winning Glasshouse Café and Gift Shop • Courtyards full of garden ornaments, pots and planters • Garden antiques, old farm artifacts and curiosities

Open Monday to Saturday, 9am - 5pm Sundays (mid-March - August) 11am - 4pm

Family run and passionate about its carbon footprint, St Peters Garden Centre has opened a Kitchen Garden as part of their peace and tranquillity project. It's open for visitors to enjoy with the organic produce used in the coffee shop.

St Peters Garden Centre is now home to Blake’s Food Hall and Checketts Butchers. The delicatessen stocks a full range of Checketts award winning cooked meats, homemade pies, pastries, ready meals and the famous cheese selection with over 100 cheeses. Fresh fruit and vegetables are delivered daily and sold along with the free range eggs and milk from local suppliers. www.stpetersgardencentre.co.uk

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Jinney Ring Craft Centre Located on the edge of Hanbury village, Jinney Ring is a collection of 200 year old barns converted into 12 craft studio workshops which cover a range of crafts from glass blowing, jewellery making, wood working, paintings and pottery makings to name a few as well as the main gift shop. Visitors will be wowed by the spectacular views, over the duck ponds outside the restaurant, of Hanbury Church and the Malvern Hills in the distance. The popular Sculpture Trail will be on from 25 August to 30 September for a chance to view over 100 sculptures in the garden. Don’t miss the Jinney Ring Folk Festival 23 – 25 June, and the Jinney Ring Blues Festival 4 – 6 August. www.jinneyring.co.uk

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Take a tasty piece of Worcestershire home with you, from Worcestershire Sauce merchandise to tempting local ales, delicious chutneys and jams.

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Opening hours: Mon–Fri 9.30am-5pm, Sat & Bank Hols 10am-4pm

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

Stanbrook Abbey Hotel Grade II listed, Stanbrook Abbey offers a wealth of options when visiting. From light bites and main plates in George’s Bar with its vibrant decor, to private dining in one of the four dining rooms, with afternoon tea and Sunday lunch in between, visitors are spoilt for choice. Fine dining at Sister Charlotte’s aims to wow with its a la carte menu, and wine to match. Set within the impressive 26-acre estate the unique history of the former monastery lives on through the original architecture. www.stanbrookabbey.com

Experience the warmest hospitality in Brockencote’s striking French colonial inspired lounge. With its magnificent carved oak bar and near panoramic views over the grounds, is a superb place to spend an evening. Brockencote Hall has won a host of awards including three AA Rosettes for its outstanding cuisine.

Experience a frequently changing menu, as well as afternoon tea options.

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Bank House Hotel

The Bank House Hotel offers a range of delicious Afternoon Tea menus to suit all tastes.

From a simple Cream Tea to Full Afternoon Tea stacked with freshly made sandwiches and scones. Looking for something a little more adventurous?

Treat yourself to one of their speciality selections which include Contemporary Afternoon Tea, An-tea-que Tea, or our generous Gentleman’s Tea, a hearty feast loved equally by men and women alike! www.bankhouseworcester.com

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Plan Your Trip Worcestershire’s location in the Heart of England makes it extremely accessible and closer than you think.

If you are flying into the area, then Birmingham International Airport is approximately 40 minutes away, Manchester is 2 hours, Heathrow is 2 hours 10 minutes and Gatwick is 2 hours 50 minutes.

Worcestershire also has excellent road links to the major motorways (M5, M6, M40, M42, M50) and London is just 2 hours away.

Worcestershire is easily accessible by public transport, located on the London Paddington and Birmingham New Street direct line service as well as easy access to Bristol Temple Meads, Cardiff Central and many destinations beyond via train and coach.

Why not make Worcestershire your base for a holiday as it’s close to many great destinations

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Worcestershire is referred to as The Gateway to the Cotswolds with south Worcestershire part of the North Cotswolds.

Once you have visited the honey coloured village of Broadway and enjoyed the vistas across the Cotswolds from Fish Hill you can journey deeper into England’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

England’s second largest city is located just 20 minutes north and makes a great day out. You can shop until you drop in The Bullring, visit the National Sea Life Centre or enjoy a concert of your choice at the Barclaycard Arena or at the Genting Arena.

Home to the Shakespeare Birthplace Museum and The Royal Shakespeare Theatre Company, is just a 30 minute journey through rolling countryside and quaint English villages.

Just 45 minutes away from the north of the count is the Ironbridge Gorge Museum. Ironbridge is a World Heritage Site, recognised for the area’s unique contribution to the birth of the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century. Today you can visit a ‘Victorian’ town and many other attractions on offer.

Located just over an hour away down the M5 and is home to the historic Roman Baths as well as the Thermae Bath Spa.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

Must Sees

THE INFIRMARY tells the story of healthcare in Worcester since 1745. Discover the roots of the British Medical Association and try out what early key-hole surgery was like. www.medicalmuseum.org.uk/the-infirmary HARVINGTON HALL is home to the largest series of priest hides in the country and a rare collection of original Elizabethan wall hangings. Discover the history of Roman Catholic families during the late sixteenth century. www.harvingtonhall.com

THE MUSEUM OF ROYAL WORCESTER is home to the finest and most extensive collections of Worcester Porcelain, with extravagant exhibition pieces and works of breathtaking craftsmanship. www.museumofroyalworcester.org

THE VALLEY is a shopping and leisure destination for the whole family, dog friendly walks, unspoilt countryside to explore, Evesham Vale Light Railway, great food and a mixture of brand names and unique shops. www.thevalleyshopping.co.uk WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY CRICKET CLUB has often been called the most beautiful sporting venue in England.

You cannot fail to enjoy the English quintessential game of cricket seen in the shade of Worcester Cathedral. www.wccc.co.uk

THE ELMS HOTEL offer child-friendly Spa Days with a choice of treatments while its OFSTED-registered Bears Den provides childcare for a great value ÂŁ10 per child. Or you could book your child a mini manicure or facial while you treat yourself. www.theelmshotel.co.uk

WEST MIDLANDS SAFARI & LEISURE PARK, Lorikeet landing is home to over 40 rainbow Lorikeets. For a small charge, you can feed the Lorikeets a yummy pot of nectar and get close to these beautiful birds. www.wmsp.co.uk

THE HIVE is an impressive riverside sight, its unique and award winning design stands out.

There is plenty to discover; exhibition space, local archives, archaeology and history of the city and a bright welcoming space. www.thehiveworcester.org

LITTLE MALVERN COURT has 10 acres of former monastic grounds to explore and inside the Priors Hall you can admire the family portraits, European paintings and furniture.

Limited opening hours, check website. www.littlemalverncourt.co.uk

GREYFRIARS HOUSE AND GARDEN is a timber-framed merchant house in the heart of historic Worcester. It is run by the National Trust and hosts a wide variety of historical pieces. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriars

MALVERN THEATRE nestles at the foot of the Malvern Hills. It boasts a diverse selections of plays, music, comedy, dance, film and education work throughout the year. www.malvern-theatres.co.uk FORGE MILL NEEDLE MUSEUM and BORDESLEY ABBEY together reveal the heritage of the local needle and fishing tackle industry with an extensively excavated medieval Cistercian Abbey built in the 12th century. www.forgemill.org.uk

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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Nr Worcester, WR6 6AT T 01299 896666 E info@theelmshotel.co.uk W theelmshotel.co.uk An elegant Queen Anne mansion in 10 acres of grounds. Ideal for couples, families and friends.

Callow End, Nr Worcester, WR2 4TD T 01905 830195 E hello@stanbrookabbey.com W stanbrookabbey.com A magnificent former monastery with Pugin Chapel and Bell Tower in the shadow of the Malvern Hills with views over the River Severn and Worcester Cathedral.

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Bank house HOTEL SPA & GOLF CLUB Bransford, Worcester, WR6 5JD T 01886 833551 E reception@bankhouseworcester.com W bankhouseworcester.com £ Single from £75. Double/Twin from £95.

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HENWICK HOUSE B&B Nr Worcester, WR2 4UB T 01905 831736 E henwickhouse@hotmail.co.uk w henwickhouse.com The perfect getaway, nestling on the side of the Old Hills overlooking the historic town of Worcester and with dramatic views to the Malvern Hills.

Offering stunning views of the rolling Malvern Hills, wedding and corporate facilities, a luxury spa and 18 hole golf course, the Bank House Hotel, Spa & Golf Club is the perfect destination for all.

Situated between Great Malvern and Worcester, the Bank House is ideally located for both business and pleasure. With major cities such as Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff all within striking distance, not to mention the glorious Malvern Hills and Cotswold countryside, you’re never far away from where you need to be.

With 60 bedrooms to choose from, ranging from our opulent Penthouse Suite to our Classic and Executive bedrooms, Family bedrooms and Luxury Suites, we have accommodation to suit your every need at the Bank House.

Enjoy delicious cuisine in the Pear Tree Restaurant, pub favorites in the Sportsman’s Bar, or indulge in Afternoon Tea in our glamorous Champagne Bar - whatever your taste, you won’t be disappointed.

Relax and unwind in our luxury Malvern View Spa, featuring an indoor swimming pool, Thermal Suite and award-winning Temple Spa treatments. Or if you’re feeling energetic, why not take on the challenge of our ‘Florida style’ golf course, featuring 14 lakes and two challenging island greens.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

GREEN FARM B&B

Claines, Nr Worcester, WR3 7RL

Crowle Green, Nr Worcester WR7 4AB

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Ombersley, Nr Worcester, WR9 0EW T 01905 620252 E info@thecrownandsandys.co.uk W thecrownandsandys.co.uk In the beautiful village of Omberlsey with access to Droitwich, Worcester & surrounding areas. 6 en suite rooms, parking, WIFI, tea & coffee & flat screen TV’S.

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Worcester, WR1 2NA T 01905 820364 E info@the-cardinals-hat.co.uk W the-cardinals-hat.co.uk Spacious rooms with high ceilings boast comfy king-size beds and luxury bathrooms, and of course the characteristic cosy pub that can be found downstairs

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A working farm, just five minutes from Junction 6 of the M5 and two miles from historic Worcester. An extensive range of good local pubs and restaurants to choose from, with the renowned Mug House, close by.

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01905 22296 rick@osborne-house.co.uk osborne-house.co.uk Single from £35. Double/Twin from £55. Family from £80 No. of rooms 4

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HOLLAND HOUSE Worcester, WR5 2JT T 01905 353939 E beds@holland-house.me.uk W holland-house.me.uk A warm welcome awaits you at this mid terrace house within walking distance of the cathedral and shops.

01905 381807 info@thegreenfarm.co.uk thegreenfarm.co.uk Single from £60. Double from £80 No. of rooms 3

Peaceful farmhouse accommodation.

Each room has its own sitting room and entrance. Ideal for exploring all Worcestershire or as a stop-over on a longer journey.

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Himbleton, Droitwich Spa, Nr Worcester WR9 7JZ T 01905 391205 E info@phepsonfarm.co.uk W phepsonfarm.co.uk £ Single from £55. Double from £80 No. of rooms 4

A rural escape set in peaceful Worcestershire countryside with fishing lake and wildlife walk. Relax in the well equipped bedrooms and enjoy award-winning breakfasts.

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Barbourne Terrace, Worcester WR1 3JR

MANOR HOUSE B&B Nr Worcester, WR5 3JZ T 01905 820825 E s.jenkins123jenkins@btinternet.com W fourstarmanorhouse.co.uk Grade II Georgian property in peaceful village three miles from Worcester in wonderful countryside close to Cheltenham and Malvern.

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07974 809446 rosiejudd1@gmail.com st-georges-square.com From £70 per night

Barbourne Terrace, is a tastefully decorated, fully-serviced, secure, one-bedroom apartment, with gated parking and entry system with easy access to city centre, M5. Free WI-FI. X ` { & L j

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THE BARN, BEECHCROFT Nr Worcester, WR5 3QH T 01905 820364 E info@thebarn-beechcroft.co.uk W thebarn-beechcroft.co.uk Converted barn set in a rural location on smallholding. Private access and enclosed garden. Dogs welcome.

Ideal for countryside, pubs, amenities and tourist attractions.

Canvas & Clover Worcester, WR6 6LY T 01905 820364 E wendy@canvasandclover.co.uk W canvasandclover.com Wake up in a beautiful field, with the luxury of being in a bed. Create magical memories – toasting marshmallows over fire pits surrounded by twinkling fairly lights.

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Pool House at witley court

A private residence situated within the grounds of Witley, just a 10 minutes walk from the mansion and comes with its own secluded garden.

Worcestershire, WR9 0AS T 07770 883091 E thehayloft@mayhousefarm.com W mayhousefarm.com Beautiful appointed self-catering apartment for holidays and short breaks with a private garden and children’s play area.

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HOLLY LODGE

T 01905 641071 E rosiethom@btinternet.com W thefirsbroadheath.co.uk £ From £300. Cash/Cheque Units 1 People 2

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In village of Elgar’s Birthplace, 4 star ground floor self-contained apartment for 2. Sitting room, bedroom, kitchen, shower room, shared utility. Offroad, quiet and relaxing.

Off A38 Earls Croome, a luxury log cabin set in idyllic surroundings, overlooking the Severn Valley on a working farm.

Nr Worcester, WR6 6JT T 0870 333 1187

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Sailors Bank, Nr Worcester WR2 6QT

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01905 357563 haywardpowis2@hotmail.co.uk worcester4seasons.co.uk Cash/Cheque Prices from £315 (3night minimum stay) Units 2 People 8

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01886 833668 enquiries@hoppickersbarn.co.uk hoppickersbarn.co.uk Cash/Cheque. Prices from £220 (min 2 night stay) Weekly £495. Units 3 People 2-5 Hop Pickers Rural Retreats offers 3 different properties set within 9 acres of private grounds. The 17th century Barn sleeps 5, the luxury log cabin with private hot tub sleeps 4 and the new Hop Pickers Hideaway Luxury Shepherds hut sleeps 2 with it’s own hot tub. Woodland walk, wildlife hide, outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis court, games room with log burner. Fabulous walks to the Malverns from the doorstep.

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Hallow, WR2 6NT T 07799050424 E lookoutlodge@hotmail.co.uk W lookoutlodge.co.uk A warm welcome awaits at the ideally located country lodge.

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CIDER MILL COTTAGE Nr Worcester, WR6 6DS T E W £

01684 592877 Sandra@hollylodge.biz hollylodge.biz £350-£600. Cash/Cheque Units 1 People 6-8

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A warm welcome awaits you in our two contemporary south facing apartments. Set in an acre of garden on a leafy avenue relax in our haven of peace and quiet. Both spacious apartments have under floor heating, far reaching views beyond our orchard to the Cotswolds and are close to Worcester centre.

Earls Croome, Nr Worcester WR8 9DA

Peachley Leisure Worcester, WR2 6QR T 01905 641309 E peachleyleisure@live.co.uk W peachleycaravanpark.co.uk A family-run caravan park and campsite open 12 months of the year.

Here you will be perfectly situated to enjoy all four seasons within the heart of Worcestershire countryside

University of Worcester Worcester WR2 6AJ T 01905 542121 E conferencing@worc.ac.uk W worcester.ac.uk Stay at one of the city centre campus’ and enjoy simple, modern styling. Self catering, B&B or other catering options available. Individual and group bookings welcome.

01886 812156

info@cidermill-cottage.co.uk cidermill-cottage.co.uk From £410 to £650 per week

A delightful quirky mix of old and contemporary - a perfect retreat where you can relax and unwind in the unspoilt Teme Valley.

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Worcester City Centre Cottage Worcester, WR1 2LG T 07710 618640 E guy@worcestercitycentrecottage.co.uk W worcestercitycentrecottage.co.uk Grade 2 listed building adjacent to Worcester Cathedral. 3 bedrooms sleeping 6, fully equipped kitchen, outside seating in courtyard.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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PITLANDS FARM

Himbleton, Droitwich Spa WR9 7JZ T E W £

01905 391205 info@phepsonfarm.co.uk phepsonfarm.co.uk From £410 - £700 Units 3 People 2-5 Cash/Card

Three cottages beautifully converted from traditional farm buildings retaining many original features.

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Clifton-upon-Teme, Nr Worcester WR6 6DX T 01886 812220 E info@pitlandsfarm.co.uk W pitlandsfarm.co.uk £ From £275 Units 7 People 2-6

Set in 25 acres in picturesque Teme Valley, choice of lodges and bungalows. Coarse fishing pools.

Ideally situated for walking or touring. Hot tub and sauna. Holistic therapy treatments also available.

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Upper Lightwood Farm, Nr Worcester WR2 6RL T E W £

01905 333202 upperlightwood@hotmail.co.uk upperlightwood.weebly.com From £300. Cash/Cheque Units 2 People 2-6

Stay on a working farm in a quiet and unspoilt area with views across the Teme Valley and Malvern Hills.

3.5 miles from city centre.

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Bridles End House, Hallow WR2 6LG T E W £

01905 640953 jeeves@thenewcottage.co.uk thenewcottage.co.uk £330. Units 1 People 4. Cash/Cheque

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01562 777876 info@brockencotehall.com brockencotehall.com Cash/Credit Card. Single from £105. Double/Twin from £135.

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Brockencote Hall Hotel is an award winning peaceful luxury retreat, tucked away amid some of England’s finest countryside and heritage. This beautifully refurbished Victorian country manor house hotel is set in 70 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with a scenic lake, tennis court and restored dovecote. Proud to be part of Eden Hotel Collection – AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2014-15.

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T 01562 777555 E reception@stonemanorhotel.co.uk W hogarths.co.uk/stone-manor/

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Set in a tranquil, rural location near the town of Cleobury Mortimer. Stay in a converted barn on a working farm. A warm welcome awaits you with tea or coffee and cake on arrival.

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01562 777535 info@granary-hotel.co.uk granary-hotel.co.uk Cash/Credit Card Single room from £56 Double/Twin from £60 No. of rooms 18

The Granary is a privately run AA 3 Star hotel with a 2 AA Rosette award for its modern and stylish Restaurant. 16 contemporary bedrooms and 2 striking Executive Suites with Free Wifi throughout make it the ideal accommodation choice for business or for pleasure. Some of the rooms enjoy views of Great Witley, The Abberley Hills and the Worcestershire Market Garden project and all are quiet, comfortable and well equipped. Enjoy dinner in our Two AA Rosette restaurant and take a night-cap in the welcoming bar.

BANK HOUSE B&B Bewdley, DY12 2DP T 01299 402652 E fleur.nightingale@virgin.net W bewdley-accommodation.co.uk Relax and enjoy your stay in a unique Victorian house dating back to 1810. Where you are guaranteed a warm and friendly atmosphere.

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BEWDLEY, KIDDERMINSTER, STOURPORT ON SEVERN & TENBURY WELLS

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HARDWICKe FARM Nr Bewdley, DY14 8TN T 01746 718220 E info@hardwickefarm.co.uk W hardwickefarm.co.uk Peaceful 16th Century farmhouse in picturesque countryside, ideal base to explore area. Warm welcome assured.

LOwer House Farm Nr Tenbury Wells, WR15 8RL T 01885 410233 E kyreequestrianbb@gmail.comk W www.kyre-equestrian.co.uk Superb countryside, character farmhouse. In a quiet location, and perfect for holidays with horses, spacious stables and grazing available

The Mug House Inn Bewdley, DY12 2EE T 01299 402543 E drew@mughousebewdley.co.uk W mughousebewdley.co.uk A sympathetically renovated period inn. The bedrooms provide a balance between practicality and homeliness.

Cleobury Mortimer, DY14 0LB T E W £

01299 270647

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Set in a tranquil, rural location, on the border of Shropshire and Worcestershire just a mile from the market town of Cleobury Mortimer.

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FOREST VIEW RETREAT Nr Kidderminster, DY14 9XF T 01299 266525 W forestviewretreat.com E kimsimmonds@hotmail.co.uk Luxury 4 Star Gold self-catering log cabins especially for grown-ups.

Set on the edge of the Wyre Forest now with DIY grazing and stabling.

Hopleys family camping & Wyre Forest Tipi’s Bewdley, DY12 2QL T 01299 402173 E info@hopleyscamping.co.uk W hopleyscamping.co.uk Family campsite and four furnished tipis on outskirts of Georgian town of Bewdley, in heart of the Severn Valley.

Talbot Inn Newnham Bridge WR15 8JF T 01584 781941 E info@talbotinnnewnhambridge.co.uk W talbotinnnewnhambridge.co.uk Nestled amidst the wonderful countryside of The Teme Valley, this 19th century former coaching inn provides the perfect environment to eat, drink and sleep!

The Old Barn Bewdley, DY12 2UR T 01299 269350 E jill_price@btinternet.com W theoldbarnbewdley.co.uk Pretty, spacious comfortably furnished cottage set in a peaceful, secluded and charming location with lovely views, and a private garden.

Fern VIEW Bewdley, DY12 2ER T 07899 797535 E bookings@fernviewbewdley.co.uk W fernviewbewdley.co.uk A refurbished bungalow, sleeps 6 in three bedrooms. A short walk from Bewdley, The River Severn and beautiful countryside.

Private parking.

Pool House at witley court Nr Worcester, WR6 6JT T 0870 333 1187

holidaycottages@english-heritage.org.uk english-heritage.org.uk/holidaycottages

A private residence situated within the grounds of Witley, just a 10 minutes walk from the mansion and comes with its own secluded garden.

ROCHFORD PARK COTTAGES Nr Tenbury Wells, WR15 8SP T 01584 781392 E cottages@rochfordpark.co.uk W rochfordpark.co.uk Situated on a working farm, Plum Tree Cottage and Mooncroft are sympathetically restored former farm buildings, each with its own fenced garden.

Roundstone View Holiday Let Bewdley, DY12 1AS T 07725 998840 E atrow60@hotmail.co.uk W jamesawhite66.wix.com/ roundstoneview Roundstone View is a 3 doublebedroom chalet set right on the banks of the River Severn with the beautiful views of the Wyre Forest & Severn Valley railway.

Wyre Forest CottageS T 01562 883609 E relax@wyreforestcottage.com W wyreforestcottage.com Enchanting 17th century halftimbered farmhouse, sleeps 4. Grade II listed barn sleeps 2.

Located in the Wyre Forest.

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ST ANDREWS TOWN HOTEL

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INKFORD COURT COTTAGES

Droitwich Spa, WR9 7EA T 01527 821214 E cottages@thenationaltrust.org.uk W nationaltrust.org.uk/holidays Stay in a converted apartment in a wing of Hanbury Hall, 18th century house, garden & park owned by the Vernon family for nearly 300 years.

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Nr Bromsgrove, B47 6DL T 01564 822304 E inkfordcourt@hotmail.co.uk A superior restoration of 18th century buildings set around a central courtyard within 6.5 acres on the borders of Worcestershire and Warwickshire.

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Upton Warren, Bromsgrove, B61 9HE

Nr Bromsgrove, B61 9EL

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01562 777533 helenhirons@thedurrance.co.uk thedurrance.co.uk £340 - £750. Cash/Cheque Units 3

Located in the historic town of Droitwich Spa, St Andrews Town Hotel is the perfect setting whatever the occasion. The hotel has 31 guest bedrooms, a stylish bar and an elegant restaurant. There are a selection of function rooms ranging from the intimate Library room to the stunning Orangery; an ideal venue whether it’s a wedding, a celebration or a conference for up to 150 guests. The hotel is open 7 days a week for breakfast, coffee, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner.

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Ipsley Lane, Ipsley, Redditch, B98 0AP T E W £

01527 523000 book@oldrectoryhouse.co.uk oldrectoryhouse.co.uk Double/Twin from £79 No. of rooms 10

3 Self Catering units set around a Georgian Farmhouse accommodating 3 - 6 people per unit. Ground floor rooms available with a large garden and tennis court for your use.

An English country house hotel set in 3 acres of wooded gardens. Radiates comfort, charm and peace. Situated centrally for Stratford, Warwick, the Cotswolds and Birmingham.

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Tewkesbury, GL20 6DB T 01684 293001 E oldmanortwyning@gmail.com W oldmanorholidaycottages.co.uk Award winning cottages. A perfect base for visiting The Cotswolds, Malvern Hills, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire and Hereford.

01905 779677 enquiries@st-andrewshotel.com st-andrewshotel.com Single room from £50. Double/Twin from £65 Family room from £115. Heritage (superior) Room from £95 Cash/Cheque/Credit Card. No. of rooms 31

Nr Gloucester, GL19 4PG T 01452 840888 or 07788 175007 E info@nashendfarm.co.uk W nashendfarm.co.uk Escape to a luxury cosy self catering shepherd’s hut for 2, complete with central heating, internal kitchen and bathroom.

Shepherds LODGE Upton Upon Severn, WR8 9DJ T 01684 592560 E holidaywithadifference@gmail.com W holidaywithadifference.co.uk This charming farm offers comfortable self catering accommodation in the quiet picturesque Worcestershire.

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Shuthonger, Tewkesbury GL20 6ED T E W £

01684 298599 robbrd1@aol.com tewkesburybedandbreakfast.co.uk Single from £40. Double from £70 Cash/Cheque No. of rooms 3

North of Tewkesbury, convenient for the Three Counties Showground, close to Hilton Puckrup Hall. En-suite rooms, television, beverages. Ideal walking, cycling. Rivers, golf nearby.

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ABBEY HOTEL Great Malvern, WR14 3ET T 01684 892332 E abbey@sarova.co.uk W sarova-abbeyhotel.com In the heart of historic Great Malvern and with sensational views, the hotel offers you a tranquil haven.

COTTAGE IN THE WOOD Great Malvern, WR14 4LG T 01684 588860 E reception@cottageinthewood.co.uk W cottageinthewood.co.uk Stunning views and access to the Malvern Hills. Boutique, family run hotel with award winning restaurant. Fantastic wine selection.

Loved by locals and visitors alike.

COTFORD HOTEL Great Malvern, WR14 2HU T 01684 572427 E reservations@cotfordhotel.co.uk W cotfordhotel.co.uk Beautiful family run Victorian hotel close to centre of Great Malvern with a renowned French themed restaurant.

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MOUNT PLEASANT HOTEL Great Malvern, WR14 4PZ T 01684 561837 reception@mountpleasanthotel.co.uk W mountpleasanthotel.co.uk £ Single from £60. Double/Twin from £85. Family from £125 No. of rooms 14

Located within the town centre, with the advantage of being the gateway to the Malvern Hills. Complimentary car parking and WiFi.

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Nr Malvern, WR13 6QG T 01684 540000 E hotel@colwall.com W colwall.co.uk A country house hotel, located in the centre of a peaceful rural village, on the sunny western flanks of the Malvern hills, with direct access onto the hills.

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Malvern, WR14 3QP T 01684 572445 E relax@trehernehouse.co.uk W trehernehouse.co.uk Beautiful B&B as well as a former stable block and coach house offering superior, stylish accommodation in private setting with ample parking.

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Wells House, Malvern Wells WR14 4LH

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01684 567328 matthews.greenbank@virgin.net Cash/Cheque Prices from £175 Units 1 People 2-4

Self-contained. On Malvern Hills overlooking Herefordshire. Great Malvern 2 miles. Conservatory and use of garden. Children and pets welcome. Country pub. Village shop.

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On the Malvern Hills with breath-taking far reaching views.

Award-winning spacious 2 bedroom apartment; exposed beams. Idyllic location.

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01684 310899 hanleyholidays@yahoo.co.uk mereendcabin.webs.com £310-£445. Cheque.

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A Norwegian log cabin with a grass roof located at the foot of the Malvern Hills in its own wooded grounds by a stream. The cabin is non-smoking. & f o ` nF

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FISH HOTEL

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Broadway, WR12 7LJ T 01386 858000 E reservations@thefishhotel.co.uk W thefishhotel.co.uk From romantic breaks to shooting or even Segway safaris – everyone will have a great time in the Fish Hotel.

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01643 862359 info@rhyddbarn.co.uk rhyddbarn.co.uk £320 - £440. Cheque.

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ECKINGTON MANOR Nr Pershore, WR10 3BH T 01386 751600 E info@eckingtonmanor.co.uk W eckingtonmanor.co.uk Located on the edge of the Cotswolds, providing luxury accommodation in this renovated historic farmhouse with individually designed bedrooms.

FOXHILL MANOR Broadway,WR12 7LJ T 01386 852711 E reservations@foxhillmanor.com W foxhillmanor.com Dine when you want, where you want. Be as active or as lazy as you like - make yourself at home at this luxury hotel in the beautiful Cotswolds.

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BROADWAY, EVESHAM & PERSHORE

Dormy House Hotel Worcester, WR12 7LF T 01386 852711 E reservations@dormyhouse.co.uk W dormyhouse.co.uk An 400 year old luxury hotel, which still has the charm of the 17th century with a great view over the Cotswold Hills.

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EVESHAM LODGE B&B Nr Pershore, WR10 3HJ T 01386 710285 E kerry@eveshamlodge.co.uk W eveshamlodge.co.uk An extended 19th century gate lodge offering B&B in two well appointed en-suite rooms. Located between Pershore and Evesham at the foot of Bredon Hill.

COACH HOUSE BARN

Nr Evesham, WR11 7JT T 01386 831173 E info@thefleeceinn.co.uk W thefleeceinn.co.uk Stay in the quintessential English pub owned by the National Trust and run with a love of tradition in a newly refurbished double room.

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HILLSIDE COTTAGE Nr Pershore, WR10 3DE T 01386 750394 E anne.gittins@yahoo.co.uk W upperclattsmore.co.uk A newly built stone cottage situated in picturesque rural setting on Bredon Hill. Ideal base for exploring Malvern’s, Cotswolds and Cheltenham.

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Cradley, WR13 5JQ T 01531 633008 E info@hopeendholidays.co.uk W hopeendholidays.co.uk Set in the grounds of a 70 acre small holding is the restored stone barn with panoramic views of the rolling hills of both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Walkers, cyclists & horses welcome.

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MALVERN VIEW COUNTRY ESTATE Nr Bromyard, WR6 5UB T 01886 884248 E malvernview@parkleisure.co.uk W parkleisure.co.uk Situated in over 100 acres of beautiful farmland, you can either buy your own caravan and visit as often as you like or stay in one of the cottages.

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NEW INN LANE Nr Evesham, WR11 8SN T 01386 870073 E newinnlane@uwclub.net W newinnlane.co.uk Self catering holiday accommodation on a peaceful country lane, ideally located for Warwickshire, Worcestershire and the Cotswolds.

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Whitbourne, Worcester WR6 5SF

Experience a unique, rural retreat on a family run working farm. The house offers large double bedrooms with en-suite facilities and fantastic views.

The full English breakfast uses local produce and eggs from the farm’s free range chickens.

Nr Pershore, WR8 9BS T 01386 750902 E info@hopyard-farm.co.uk W hopyard-farm.co.uk 25 acres of rivers, lake, woodland and open grassland where you can do coarse fishing, stay with your tent or caravan or in the holiday apartment and relax with the wildlife.

Pershore, WR10 3HA T 01386 561213 E stephen.smith@homecall.co.uk W garthcottage.co.uk Delightful detached fully equipped self contained cottage with garden, barbeque and use of heated outdoor pool. Peaceful location.

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Whitbourne, Worcester WR6 5RD 01886 821955 / 07828286360 lucy@huntlandsfarm.co.uk huntlandsfarm.co.uk Cash/Cheque/Credit/Debit Card Single from £70 Double/Twin from £75 No. of rooms 5

Nr Pershore, WR8 9BA T 01386 751955 E lisa@sheppy1.wanadoo.co.uk W coachhousebarn.co.uk Two bedroom self-catering barn conversion renovated to an extremely high standard situated in Defford.

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01886 821955 / 07828286360 lucy@moorhallfarm.co.uk moorhallfarm.co.uk Cash/Cheque/Credit/Debit Card From £1300 per week. 6 rooms Sleeps 12 adults & 4 children

Make yourself at home in a spacious, luxurious farmhouse boasting modern and traditional elements. There are six bedrooms, a well equipped kitchen with Aga and range cooker, games/ boot room, and two sitting rooms, one with a wood burner.

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Old Kennels Farm Holidays Cottages Nr Ledbury, HR8 1LG T 01531 635024 E info@oldkennelsfarm.co.uk W oldkennelsfarm.co.uk A farm with its self catering cottages situated on the edge of Ledbury in picturesque Herefordshire. Close to many places of historical interest.

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EASTNOR COTTAGES Nr Ledbury, HR8 1RL T 01531 633160 E enquiries@eastnorcastle.com W eastnorcastle.com Located within the ground of Eastnor Castle in the foothills of The Malvern Hills is Peacock Villas and Golden Gates. Easy access to walking paths and the market town of Ledbury.

woodside lodges Falcon Lane, Ledbury HR8 2JN T 01531 670269 E info@woodsidelodges.co.uk W woodsidelodges.co.uk Enjoy the luxury of Scandinavian Lodges, the experience of camping pods, the comfort of a tourer or tent and sleeping in a bunkhouse within 25 acres of landscaped grounds.

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WHITE HOUSE COTTAGES Aylton, Nr Ledbury, HR8 2RQ T 01531 670 349 bookings@whitehousecottages.co.uk W whitehousecottages.co.uk £ £150 - £560. Cash/Cheque/Credit & Debit Cards, Units 5 People 1-5

Five charming, well-equipped cottages set in beautiful Herefordshire countryside. With Egyptian cotton linen, private patios, lovely gardens, cosy ‘wood burner’ stoves. Perfect for relaxing, walking and exploring.

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HISTORY, HERITAGE, GARDENS ALMONRY MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTRE Evesham, WR11 4BG 01386 446944 tic@almonry.ndo.co.uk www.almonryevesham.org A collection that spans the prehistoric to the 20th century, across 12 rooms and a garden. Find out how Evesham has developed and grown over time.

AVONCROFT MUSEUM OF HISTORIC BUILDINGS Bromsgrove, B60 4JR 01527 831363 / 831886 bookings@avoncroft.org.uk www.avoncroft.org.uk A unique home for historic buildings rescued from demolition and rebuilt in a beautiful corner of Worcestershire’s rural countryside.

BEWDLEY MUSEUM Bewdley, DY12 2AE 0845 603 5699 bewdley.museum@wyreforestdc.gov.uk www.bewdleymuseum.co.uk Displays give an insight into the trades and crafts of the local area. Enjoy handson activities, craft demonstrations and events BODENHAM ARBORETUM Kidderminster, DY11 5TB 01562 852444 www.bodenham-arboretum.co.uk Arboretum and restaurant set within a working farm. Over 3,000 varieties of rare trees and shrubs, beautifully landscaped around 12 pools and lakes.

BROADWAY MUSEUM Broadway, WR12 7DP 01386 859047 housemanager@ashmoleanbroadway.org www.ashmoleanbroadway.org Based at Tudor House, with object displays from 17th - 21st centuries and exciting exhibits including paintings and decorative arts.

BROADWAY TOWER Broadway, WR12 7LB 01386 852390 info@broadwaytower.co.uk www.broadwaytower.co.uk A unique Capability Brown folly tower open to visitors wanting to experience great English heritage in an inspiring location with amazing views.

BROCKHAMPTON ESTATE (NATIONAL TRUST) Bringsty, WR6 5TB 01885 482077 brockhampton@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brockhampton Traditional farmed estate and medieval manor house, surrounded by a moat, dating back to 1530-40. Miles of walks in 687 hectares of park and woodland.

BRONTE PORCELAIN Nr. Malvern, WR13 6NP 01684 310888 enquiries@bronte-porcelain.com www.bronte-porcelain.com Founded in 1996 and now recognised as a major manufacturer of fine bone china, particularly well known for exceptional quality and detail.

THE CHURCHES CONSERVATION TRUST Various locations 0845 303 2760 central@thecct.org.uk www.visitchurches.org.uk Visit various churches within the county cared for by The Churches Conservation Trust.

THE COMMANDERY Worcester, WR1 2HU 01905 361821 commandery@worcestershire.gov.uk www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk Glorious Grade I listed building, with a long and varied history. Uncover its past, from medieval to Victorian, and its characters.

CROOME (NATIONAL TRUST) Nr. Worcester, WR8 9DW 01905 371006 croome@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/croome Discover Capability’ Brown’s first commission a parkland with temples, lake and follies. Explore four floors of the mansion house or visit the RAF Defford museum and 1940 s visitor centre.

DROITWICH SPA HERITAGE AND INFORMATION CENTRE Droitwich Spa, WR9 8DS 01905 774312 heritage@droitwichspa.gov.uk www.droitwichspa.gov.uk Discover the history of Droitwich Spa from salt town to modern day. BBC radio room, brass rubbing, souvenirs, comprehensive TIC. EASTNOR CASTLE Nr. Ledbury, HR8 1RL 01531 633160 enquiries@eastnorcastle.com www.eastnorcastle.com Magnificent fairytale castle dramatically situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the foothills of The Malvern’s.

FORGE MILL NEEDLE MUSEUM & BORDESLEY ABBEY VISITOR CENTRE Redditch, B98 8HY 01527 62509 info@forgemill.org.uk www.forgemill.org.uk Unique museum telling the history of needle making in a listed Victorian water mill. 12th century Cistercian Abbey ruins & visitor centre.

GEORGE MARSHALL MEDICAL MUSEUM Worcester, WR5 1DD 01905 760738 louise.price10@nhs.net www.medicalmuseum.org.uk Discover artefacts illustrating medicine and health care over the past 250 years.

See our death masks, apothecary’s shop and 19th century operating theatre.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND WARWICKSHIRE RAILWAY (GWSR) Nr. Gloucester, GL54 5DT 01242 621405 info@gwsr.com www.gwsr.com A day on the railway offers value for money and an insight into a gentler age of train travel. A dynamic, active and exciting re-creation of a bygone era.

GREAT WITLEY CHURCH Nr. Worcester, WR6 6JT 01886 888379 info@greatwitleychurch.org.uk www.greatwitleychurch.org.uk The most stunning interior of any Baroque church in England.

Free entry.

MUSEUM OF CARPET Kidderminster, DY10 1AZ 01562 69028 collections@museumofcarpet.org.uk

www.museumofcarpet.org Discover the history of 300 years of carpet making in Kidderminster and marvel as we weave new patterns before your eyes!

GREYFRIARS (NATIONAL TRUST) Worcester, WR1 2LZ 01905 23571 greyfriars@nationaltrust.org.uk nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriars A beautiful timber-framed merchant’s house built in 1481 and saved from demolition in the 1940s.

MUSEUM OF ROYAL WORCESTER Worcester, WR1 2ND 01905 21247 info@museumofroyalworcester.org www.museumofroyalworcester.org Learn of the talented workforce and everyday life as you travel through the Georgian, Victorian and 20th century galleries. Free audio tour with entry.

HAGLEY HALL Nr. Stourbridge, DY9 9LG 01562 882408 info@hagleyhall.com www.hagleyhall.com Grade 1 Georgian house containing a fine collection of 18th century portraits and furniture. Home of Viscount & Viscountess Cobham.

RALPH COURT GARDENS Bromyard, HR7 4LU 01885 483225 ralphcourtgardens@aol.com www.ralphcourtgardens.co.uk Three acres overlooking the Malvern Hills. Divided into 12 themes including mythology, fantasy, culture and countries of the world.

HANBURY HALL (NATIONAL TRUST) Nr. Droitwich Spa, WR9 7EA 01527 821214 hanburyhall@nationaltrust.org.uk nationaltrust.org.uk/hanburyhall Early 18th century house, garden & park owned by the Vernon family for nearly 300 years.

HARVINGTON HALL Nr. Kidderminster, DY10 4LR 01562 777846 harvingtonhall@btconnect.com www.harvingtonhall.com An Elizabethan moated manor house with rare wall paintings & the largest series of priests hiding places in the country.

THE HIVE Worcester, WR1 3PD 01905 822866 hiveadminteam@worcestershire.gov.uk www.thehiveworcester.org Home to a rich variety of resources and facilities from library to archaeology in an inspiring architectural building.

LITTLE MALVERN COURT AND GARDENS Nr. Malvern, WR14 4JN 01684 892988 info@littlemalverncourt.co.uk www.littlemalverncourt.co.uk Prior’s Hall of a former Benedictine Monastery. Library, religious vestments, embroideries, paintings and 10 acre garden to explore.

MORGAN MOTOR COMPANY VISITOR CENTRE Malvern, WR14 2LL 01684 573104 contact@morgan-motor.co.uk www.morgan-motor.co.uk Morgan Motor Company, over 100 years of driving passion! Guided factory tours - be amazed at hand craftsmanship, museum and shop.

MORTON HALL GARDEN Redditch, B96 6SJ 01386 791820 morton.garden@mhcom.co.uk www.mortonhallgardens.co.uk Eight acres of park and garden, home to nearly a thousand plant varieties. Tours available to explore both historic and new features of the gardens.

SEVERN VALLEY RAILWAY Kidderminster, DY10 1QR 01562 757900 www.svr.co.uk A service of steam passenger trains operate along the beautiful Severn Valley between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. Open daily from May to October with special event weekends throughout the year.

SPETCHLEY PARK GARDENS Nr. Worcester, WR5 1RS 01905 345106 enquiries@spetchleygardens.co.uk www.spetchleygardens.co.uk Beautiful historic garden set in 30 acres of tranquil countryside. One of the country’s finest gardens filled with rare and beautiful plants.

THE INFIRMARY MUSEUM Worcester WR1 3AS 01905 542373 infirmarymuseum@worc.ac.uk www.medicalmuseum.org.uk An interactive exhibition combining history and science to explore the medical stories of one of England’s oldest infirmaries.

THE TRANSPORT MUSEUM Wythall, B47 6JX 01564 826471 enquiries@wythall.org.uk www.wythall.org.uk Home to 100 buses & battery-electric vehicles. Open March until the end of October. Exhibits & miniature steam trains operate on event days.

TUDOR HOUSE MUSEUM Worcester, WR1 2NA 01905 426402 manager@tudorhouse.org.uk www.tudorhouse.org.uk A 500 year + building showing its life over the centuries from weaving, tavern, school clinic and WWII ARP/billeting station.

TUDOR HOUSE MUSEUM Upton upon Severn, WR8 0HN 01684 438820 lavendertudor@talktalk.net www.tudorhousemuseum.org The building dates back to 1550 and covers three floors. A large courtyard garden with a Tudor Knot Garden, Tudor garden and herb garden.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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WHITLENGE GARDENS & TEA ROOMS Hartlebury, DY10 4HD 01299 250720 keith.southall@creativelandscapes.co.uk www.whitlenge.co.uk Whitlenge Gardens, Nurseries and tea rooms, the home of Creative Landscapes is teaming with ideas for amateurs to experienced gardeners.

THE HOP POCKET SHOPPING VILLAGE Nr. Worcester, WR6 5BT 01531 640323 info@thehoppocket.com www.thehoppocket.com A collection of independent shops spread over a number of old agricultural buildings, mostly under one roof with free parking.

THE ELMS SPA Nr. Worcester, WR6 6AT 01299 891850 thespa@theelmshotel.co.uk theelmshotel.co.uk/spa-hotels A fun and family friendly spa, yet still providing relaxation for weary parents with a variety of packages starting from just £40 per person.

WITLEY COURT & GARDENS (ENGLISH HERITAGE) Nr. Worcester, WR6 6JT 01299 896636 customers@english-heritage.org.uk english-heritage.org.uk/witleycourt A beautiful ruin of a bygone age of great wealth. Lovely gardens & lake, woodland walks, amazing fountains - a magical world for children to explore.

HOPLEYS FARM SHOP Bewdley, DY12 2QL 01299 404826 malin@malinhopley.co.uk www.hopleysfarmshop.com Fresh and seasonal produce sold within a fully licensed farm shop. Locally sourced meat and dairy products, bread, cakes, biscuits, preserves and local beverages.

EVESHAM GOLF CLUB Pershore, WR10 2QS 01386 860395 www.eveshamgolfclub.co.uk Situated in The Vale of Evesham. One of the most picturesque golf courses in the UK.

WORCESTER CATHEDRAL Worcester, WR1 2LA 01905 732900 info@worcestercathedral.org.uk www.worcestercathedral.co.uk One of England’s most magnificent and inspiring buildings, a place of prayer and worship for 14 centuries.

WORCESTER CITY ART GALLERY & MUSEUM Worcester, WR1 1DT 01905 25371 gallerymuseum@worcestershire.gov.uk

museumsworcestershire.org.uk A programme of exhibitions and events for all the family. Explore displays, exhibitions, cafe, shop and Worcestershire Soldier Galleries.

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY MUSEUM Nr. Kidderminster, DY11 7XZ 01299 250416 museum@worcestershire.gov.uk museumsworcestershire.org.uk Telling Worcestershire’s story from prehistory to the twentieth century and is housed in the magnificent surroundings of Hartlebury Castle.

WORCESTER GUILDHALL Worcester, WR1 2EY 01905 722018 guildhallbookings@worcester.gov.uk www.worcester.gov.uk/guildhall Administrative heart of Worcestershire City Council and Worcester TIC. Open to the public to view the Grand Italianate styled Assembly room with it’s collection of portraits.

LOCAL CRAFTS, FOOD & DRINK ASTLEY VINEYARDS Stourport, DY13 0RU 01299 822907 www.astley-vineyards.co.uk Visit one of Britain’s oldest vineyards where you can enjoy 5 acres of vines set in an idyllic wildlife haven. Rick Stein recommended estate.

BECKETTS FARM Nr. Bromsgrove, B47 6AJ 01564 823402 info@beckettsfarm.co.uk www.beckettsfarm.co.uk Award winning farm shop selling the freshest and finest local and quality produce, with fresh bread and cakes every morning on site.

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JINNEY RING CRAFT CENTRE Nr. Bromsgrove, B60 4BU 01527 821272 enquiries@jinneyringcraft.co.uk www.jinneyring.co.uk 12 craft studios set in 200 year old barns with a farmhouse restaurant open all day and evenings. Superb location with ample free parking.

LOVELLS VINEYARD Nr. Malvern, WR13 6NF 01684 311110 info@lovellsvineyard.co.uk www.lovellsvineyard.co.uk Nestled at the foot of the inspirational Malvern Hills, you can pre-arrange tours of the vineyard with wine sampling and purchasing at the end.

TEME VALLEY MARKET Nr. Worcester, WR6 5PH 01886 821235 info@the-talbot.co.uk www.temevalleymarket.co.uk One of the oldest farmers markets in the country, situated alongside the river Teme. Second Sunday of the month market full of local produce.

WAYSIDE FARM SHOP Evesham, WR11 7RT 01386 830546 elspeth@waysidefarmshop.co.uk www.waysidefarmshop.co.uk Their fresh produce is either made at Wayside, grown or sourced locally. They also specialise in fresh cut flowers, and have a tea room.

WESTONS CIDER Nr. Ledbury, HR8 2NQ 01531 660233 enquiries@westons-cider.co.uk www.westons-cider.co.uk Discover cider making secrets on our guided mill tours, visit the cider shop and garden before stopping off at the restaurant and tea room.

SPORTS & WELLBEING THE BANK HOUSE HOTEL SPA & GOLF CLUB Bransford, WR6 5JD 01886 833551/ 01886 833545 reception@bankhouseworcester.com www.bankhouseworcester.com Relaxing and friendly spa hotel, offering luxurious treatments, indoor pool and thermal suite. All experience levels welcome, ‘Florida Style’ 18-hole golf course, boasting 14 lakes & 2 island greens.

HAGLEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Wassell Grove Lane, Hagley DY9 9JW enquiries@hagleygcc.co.uk hagleygolfandcountryclub.co.uk Set in 170 acres with picturesque views of the Clent Hills. 18 hole golf course & driving range. Visitors and non-members are most welcome.

MINI PRO GOLF PARK Kidderminster, DY10 3RN 07830 259766 miniprogolf@gmail.com www.miniprogolfparks.com Grass course in picturesque setting, Pitch + Putt, bunkers, mini fairways and pristine greens. No experience needed and all equipment provided, perfect for all ages.

OLD HALESONIANS ASSOCIATION Nr. Stourbridge, DY9 9JP 01562 883036 www.oldhalesrfc.co.uk An amateur club in the National League 3 with great facilities, six rugby pitches, a bar / members lounge and a 118 seat stand.

SHELSLEY WALSH MOTOR SPORT Nr. Tenbury Wells, WR6 6RP 01886 812211 gill@mac1901.co.uk www.shelsley-walsh.co.uk The oldest motor sport venue in continuous use, first used in 1905, older than Indianapolis, Le Mans or Monza.

SIXWAYS STADIUM Worcester, WR3 8ZE 01905 454183 info@warriors.co.uk www.warriors.co.uk A great place to come and visit whether you’re a diehard Worcester Warriors supporter, just love rugby or want to try something different.

WEST BROMWICH ALBION FC West Midlands, B71 4LF 0871 271 1100 enquiries@wbafc.co.uk www.wba.co.uk Watch a match at the Premiership football club, The Hawthorns, located in West Bromwich, just 20 minutes from the north Worcestershire border.

WORCESTER ARENA Worcester, WR2 5JN 01905 544444 arenareception@worc.ac.uk www.worcesterarena.com This iconic facility hosts University, community, international and cultural events. The focus on disability sport provides an adaptable venue.

WORCESTER RACECOURSE Worcester, WR1 3EJ 01905 25364 info@worcester-racecourse.co.uk www.worcester-racecourse.co.uk 21 exciting summer jumping race days, from May-Oct, in the heart of Worcester on the banks of the Severn.

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY CRICKET CLUB Worcester, WR2 4QQ 01905 748474 info@wccc.co.uk www.wccc.co.uk Dubbed as one of England’s loveliest sporting grounds, you can’t fail to enjoy the quintessentially English game of cricket in the shade of Worcester Cathedral.

RETAIL CROWNGATE SHOPPING CENTRE Worcester, WR1 3LE 01905 610065 info@crowngate-worcester.co.uk www.crowngate-worcester.co.uk Worcester’s premier shopping centre offering unrivalled shopping and leisure choices in the heart of the city.

HOLLOWAYS Nr. Malvern, WR6 5DE 01886 884665 sales@holloways.co.uk www.holloways.co.uk Experts in conservatory and garden living, also selling garden ornaments, pots & plants. Gift shop and café.

ST PETERS GARDEN CENTRE Worcester, WR5 2NY 01905 357595 www.stpetersgardencentre.co.uk Family run garden centre in heart of Worcester, offering a wide selection of high quality plants both indoor and outdoor, gardening equipment, furniture and BBQ’s.

WEBBS AT WEST HAGLEY West Hagley, DY9 0JB 01562 700511 info@webbs.co.uk www.webbsdirect.co.uk Perfect local garden centre, where you can pick up essentials for your garden. Lovely cafe and good range of concessions on site.

WEBBS AT WYCHBOLD Nr. Droitwich Spa, WR9 0DG 01527 860000 info@webbsofwychbold.co.uk www.webbsdirect.co.uk One of Britain’s best garden centres, including display gardens, restaurant, indoor & outdoor plants & everything you need for your garden and home.

WORCESTER CITY MARKETS Worcester City Centre 01384 877336 customerservice@lsdpromotions.com www.worcestercitymarkets.co.uk A vibrant programme of unique retail events, traditional markets and the prestigious Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

CREATIVE COURSES EASTNOR POTTERY Nr. Ledbury, HR8 1RD 01531 633886 admin@eastnorpottery.co.uk www.eastnorpottery.co.uk Remarkable pottery experiences for individuals, groups and organisations.

All ages and abilities, share the many benefits of working with clay.

ECKINGTON MANOR COOKERY SCHOOL Nr. Pershore, WR10 3BJ 01386 751600 info@eckingtonmanor.co.uk www.eckingtonmanor.co.uk Cookery school teaching the story of food: from garden fork to dinner fork.

Learn about quality ingredients and creating dishes with simple recipes.

HUNTLANDS FARM UPHOLSTERY Worcester, WR6 5RD 01886 821955 enquiries@huntlandsfarm.co.uk www.huntlandsfarm.co.uk Weekend and weekday upholstery courses for beginners in a family run rural retreat INKBERROW DESIGN CENTRE Redditch, B97 6HD 01527 69100 info@inkberrowdesigncentre.co.uk www.inkberrowdesigncentre.co.uk Creative craft centre offering courses both City and Guilds and recreational. In Fashion, Fashion Illustration, Tailoring, Pattern Cutting, Millinery and Corsetry.

CANALS & WATERWAYS CANOE UK LTD Kingswinford, DY6 9SP 07774 907326 info@canoeuk.com www.canoeuk.com Canadian-style canoe trips for families, office parties, businesses, sports clubs and all types of out door clubs alike whether novice or expert.

SEVERN EXPEDITIONS Upton upon Severn, WR8 0PB 01684 592654 severnexpeditions@yahoo.com www.severnexpeditions.co.uk A family run business offering day boat hire and guided fishing trips. Spend a day with family or friends in a self drive motor boat?

SEVERN LEISURE CRUISES Upton upon Severn, WR8 0HG 01684 593112 info@severnleisurecruises.co.uk www.severnleisurecruises.co.uk Largest passenger vessel operating on the River Severn, quality day & evening cruises for 20 - 200 passengers.

STOURPORT RIVERSIDE Stourport, DY13 9EN 0845 607 7891 bewdleytic@wyreforest.gov.uk www.stourporttown.co.uk Historic Georgian town and riverside meadows with a fairground, river trips, canal basins and a wide range of activities for the family.

WORCESTERSHIRE CANAL & RIVER TRUST Various locations throughout Worcestershire 0303 0404040 customer.services@canalrivertrust.org.uk www.canalrivertrust.org.uk Enjoy walking and cycling along Worcestershire waterways including the River Severn, Worcestershire canals and the Mid Worcestershire ring.

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, GUIDED WALKS & WILDLIFE ALL THINGS WILD Nr Evesham, WR11 7QZ 01386 833083 info@allthingswild.co.uk www.allthingswild.co.uk All weather family attraction. From running bug hunting sessions to collecting chicken’s eggs, we offer a diverse range of activities that suit all ages.

DISCOVER HISTORY (THE WORCESTER STORY) Worcester, WR1 2EY 07949 222137 discoverhistory@aol.com www.discover-history.co.uk A 90 minute historical walking tour about the making of Worcester which is led by one of its past characters. Starts 6pm every day from the Guildhall GHOST WALKS AT HUNTINGDON HALL Worcester, WR1 3LD 01905 611427 info@worcesterlive.co.uk www.worcesterlive.co.uk Discover the secrets to Worcester’s hidden past, guided around one of the most historic and haunted cities in Britain.

GO APE TREE TOP ADVENTURE Bewdley, DY14 9XQ 0333 331 7015 questions@goape.co.uk www.goape.co.uk Take to the trees at Go Ape! Experience an exhilarating course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and zip slides.

GREAT ESCAPE CLASSIC CAR HIRE Nr. Redditch, B96 6JH 01527 893733 info@greatescapecars.co.uk www.greatescapecars.co.uk Get the best views in the Cotswolds and Worcestershire from the seat of a classic sports car. Daily and weekend classic car hire with a wide choice.

KYRE EQUESTRIAN CENTRE Nr. Tenbury Wells, WR15 8RL 01885 410233 kyreequestrianbb@gmail.com www.kyre-equestrian.co.uk Over 40 years old with access to a wide range of different safe rides and well equipped indoor and outdoor schools.

LITTLE OWL FARM PARK Nr. Stourport-on-Seven, DY13 9SS 01905 620325 littleowlfarmpark@outlook.com www.littleowlfarmpark.co.uk A family run educational farm park, offering not only an educational experience, but also a fun packed day out for all the family.

PEACHLEY QUAD TREKKING Lower Broadheath, Nr Worcester, WR2 6QR 01905 641309 peachleyleisure@live.co.uk www.peachleyquadtrekking.co.uk Experience the thrill of quad biking 3 miles from Worcester, suitable for all over 6 years with fully-trained instructors across 350 acres of varied terrain and woodland.

THE PUMP HOUSE ENVIRONMENT CENTRE Worcester, WR1 3EZ 01905 734934 info@pumphouse.org.uk www.pumphouse.org.uk Free admission, activities and displays around the environment, guaranteeing an informative and fun filled time.

WEST MIDLAND SAFARI & LEISURE PARK Bewdley, DY12 1LF 01299 402114 info@wmsp.co.uk www.wmsp.co.uk A great line up of fantastic family entertainment for the summer season.

Open from February to November.

WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTRYSIDE Various locations countryside@worcestershire.gov.uk www.worcestershire.gov.uk Visit one of the many countryside sites including Worcester Woods, Waseley Hills and Kingsford Forest Park.

WORCESTERSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST Worcester, WR3 8SZ 01905 754919 enquiries@worcestershirewildlfetrust.org www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk Protecting wildlife for the future, owning and managing over 75 nature reserves covering over 2200 acres.

WYRE FOREST DISCOVERY CENTRE Bewdley, DY14 9XQ 01299 266302 westengland@forestry.gsi.gov.uk forestry.gov.uk/wyreforest Way-marked trails, off-road family cycling routes and bridleways, children’s outdoor play area, shop, café.

E VENT VENUES & THE ARTS ARTRIX Bromsgrove, B60 1AX 01527 577330 boxoffice@artrix.co.uk www.artrix.co.uk A year round programme of music, theatre, cinema & comedy in a 300 seat auditorium.

HARTIGAN ARTS Barnards Green, Malvern, WR14 3NB 07776 355059 info@hartiganarts.co.uk www.hartiganarts.co.uk Open for visiting and venue for craft fairs, showcasing traditional home made arts/crafts from talented artists/ craftspeople. Great variety with new crafters every week.

HUNTINGDON HALL Worcester, WR1 3LD 01905 611427 boxofficemanager@worcesterlive.co.uk www.worcesterlive.co.uk Huntingdon Hall is Worcestershire’s premier live music venue, staging an eclectic programme of live music, comedy & spoken word events.

MALVERN THEATRES Malvern, WR14 3HB 01684 892277 post@malvern-theatres.co.uk www.malvern-theatres.co.uk One of the country’s leading regional venues, delightfully situated in the shadow of the famous Malvern Hills.

There is a wide choice each year with over 150 different shows, concerts, plays and performances to enjoy.

PALACE THEATRE Redditch, B98 8AE 01527 65203 www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk A beautiful Grade 2 listed building refurbished in 2005 with a programme that reflects a wide and varied choice of entertainment.

SWAN THEATRE Worcester, WR1 3ED 01905 611427 boxofficemanager@worcesterlive.co.uk www.worcesterlive.co.uk A full programme of entertainment; professional theatre, dance, amateur, live music, spoken word events and comedy.

THREE COUNTIES SHOWGROUND Malvern, WR13 6NW 01684 584900 info@threecounties.co.uk www.threecounties.co.uk Over 250 days of events throughout the year, everyone can enjoy a great day out at The Showground.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

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EATING OUT THE ABBEY HOTEL Great Malvern, WR14 3ET 01684 892332 abbey@sarova.com www.sarova-abbeyhotel.com 4-star hotel in the heart of Great Malvern. Drinks and refreshments in the Lounge Bar or out in The Courtyard Cafe and dining in the Priory View Restaurant.

L’AMUSE-BOUCHE AT THE COTFORD HOTEL Great Malvern, WR14 2HU 01684 572427 reservations@cotfordhotel.co.uk www.cotfordhotel.co.uk Aiming to be recognised as the finest dining venue in the area, ‘L’amuseBouche Restaurant’ is a taste of Frenchstyle cuisine in a quaint English setting.

BECKETTS FARM RESTAURANT Nr. Bromsgrove, B47 6AJ 01564 823402 info@beckettsfarm.co.uk www.beckettsfarm.co.uk Known for legendary breakfasts (gluten free and vegetarian available) a range of main meals and light snacks as well as famous 4 roast Sunday Carvery.

1919 RESTAURANT AT COTTAGE IN THE WOOD Malvern Wells, WR14 4LG 01684 588860 reception@cottageinthewood.co.uk www.cottageinthewood.co.uk Tucked away the Two AA Rosette award winning restaurant with panoramic views of the Cotswolds, is a hidden gem. Locally sourced, delicious modern British Cuisine.

THE CHADDESLEY RESTUARANT AT BROCKENCOTE HALL Nr.Kidderminster, DY10 4PY 01562 777876 info@brockencotehall.com, www.brockencotehall.com Award-winning food and world class wines combine with a personal and attentive service to create a fine dining experience.

CROWN & SANDYS Worcester, WR9 0EW 01905 620252 info@thecrownandsandys.co.uk www.thecrownandsandys.co.uk Based in the beautiful village of Ombersley serving a variety of quality English classics, alongside premium lagers, real ales and superb wines.

CARDINAL’S HAT Worcester, WR1 2NA 01905 724006 info@the-cardinals-hat.co.uk www.the-cardinals-hat.co.uk A fifteenth century inn , offering a broad range of bottled beers, lagers and wines to compliment a fresh, local and artisanled menu.

THE BROOKES RESTAURANT AT THE ELMS HOTEL AND SPA Worcester, WR6 6AT 01299 896666 info@theelmshotel.co.uk www.theelmshotel.co.uk From family breakfasts in the sunny Garden Café to scones and cakes by a roaring fire in the lounge and fine evening dining, The Elms Hotel caters for every occasion.

CARLUCCIO’S Worcester, WR1 3LD 01905 612040 www.carluccios.com A broad range of breakfast, lunch and dinner served all day, enjoy a tasty Italian meal even if you’re short on time.

CHURCHFIELDS BARN CAFE Droitwich WR9 0AH 01905 451289 sales@churchfields-farm.co.uk www.churchfields-farm.co.uk A beautifully restored barn with traditional oak beams and rural character set on a working farm. The menu features homemade cakes, freshly made sandwiches and our awardwinning ice cream.

CLOISTER CAFE AT WORCESTER CATHEDRAL Worcester, WR1 2LA 01905 732903 info@worcestercathedral.org.uk www.worcestercathedral.co.uk Located in the cloister of Worcester Cathedral. Choose from a wide range of delicious homemade dishes and hot drinks that are available.

COLWALL PARK HOTEL Colwall, WR13 6QG 01684 879662 www.colwall.co.uk Award winning restaurant offering both fine dining and a la carte options, in the beautiful setting at the foot of the Malvern Hills.

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FARMHOUSE & RINGS RESTAURANT Bromsgrove, B60 4BU 01527 821272 enquiries@jinneyringcraft.co.uk www.jinneyring.co.uk One of Worcestershire’s Hidden Gems, a rustic barn farmhouse restaurant, offering a range of fresh homemade meals to fine dining in the evenings.

THE FLEECE INN (NATIONAL TRUST) Nr. Evesham, WR11 7JE 01386 831173 info@thefleeceinn.co.uk www.thefleeceinn.co.uk The quintessential English pub, run with a love of tradition.

FOOD QUARTER AT CROWNGATE Worcester, WR1 3LE 01905 610065 www.crowngate-worcester.co.uk Spoilt for choice with the range of restaurants and cafes located in the heart of Worcester’s city centre. Enjoy a burger at GBK, a Bills breakfast or take a break from shopping with a coffee.

THE FOREST CAFE Bewdley, DY14 9XQ 01299 266944 forestcafe.wyre@goape.co.uk www.goape.co.uk Much more than your average cafe in the forest. A friendly atmosphere & log fires guarantee a warm welcome in the heart of the Wyre Forest.

FOREGATE’S BRASSIERE AT WHITEHOUSE HOTEL Worcester, WR1 1EA 01905 24308 enquiries@worcswhitehouse.com www.worcesterwhitehouse.co.uk/dine Brassiere Style Restaurant in Worcester city centre. Great choice of fresh seasonal ingredients to enjoy in both British and International dishes.

THE GARDEN ROOM TEA ROOM AT GREAT WITLEY Nr. Worcester, WR6 6JT 01299 896016 gill@witleytearooms.co.uk www.witleytearooms.co.uk The Garden Tea Rooms at Witley are a Worcestershire treasure and treat.

Morning coffee and toasted teacake, a light lunch, afternoon tea with freshly baked scone or big slice of cake.

THE KITCHEN AT THE GRANARY HOTEL Kidderminster, DY10 4BS 01562 777535 info@granary-hotel.co.uk www.granary-hotel.co.uk 2 AA Rosettes award winning restaurant offering daytime carvery.

A la carts evening menu and “live” kitchen experience.

HOGARTHS STONE MANOR RESTAURANT Kidderminster, DY10 4PJ 01562 777555 reception@stonemanorhotel.com www.stonemanorhotel.co.uk AA Rosette Restaurant located in stunning rural Worcestershire, offering a elegant modern spin on British cuisine.

THE HONEY BEE Droitwich,WR9 0QB T 01299 851 620 king-henrys-taverns.co.uk A friendly modern pub set in 4 1/2 acres with fishing lakes, garden and play area.

KING CHARLES II PUB Worcester, WR1 2DP 01905 726100 info@thekingcharleshouse.com www.thekingcharleshouse.com A unique collaboration between brewers created a real ale haven in the centre of Worcester serving Pieminister pies alongside 8 pumps of real ale.

MORRIS & BROWN CAFE Worcestershire,WR12 7LB 01386 852945 info@broadwaytower.co.uk www.broadwaytower.co.uk Enjoy tasty treats, from a hot Chocolate to a traditional Ploughman’s Lunch, while taking in the history of William Morris and Capability Brown.

THE PEAR TREE RESTAURANT AT THE BANK HOUSE HOTEL Bransford, WR6 5JD 01886 833551 reception@bankhouseworcester.com www.bankhouseworcester.com Excellent choice of indulgent dishes available, from wild boar Carpaccio to a local seared Herefordshire Beef Fillet.

Enjoy the best of local produce in a welcoming setting.

THE POTTING SHED RESTAURANT AT ST PETERS GARDEN CENTRE Worcester, WR5 2NY 01905 357595 www.stpetersgardencentre.co.uk The cafe at St Peters offers delicious homemade cakes, award winning coffee and fresh Italian pizza, catering for all ages in an excellent location.

THE RESTAURANT AT ECKINGTON MANOR Nr. Pershore, WR10 3BJ 01386 751600 info@eckingtonmanor.co.uk www.eckingtonmanor.co.uk British dishes with a European influence, created using the very best seasonal ingredients featuring beef from the onsite farm. Open Tuesday to Saturday.

STANBROOK ABBEY Nr. Worcester, WR2 4TD 01905 409303 hello@stanbrookabbey.com www.stanbrookabbey.com ‘Dining with a Difference’, a unique dining experience in one of the UK’s most iconic venues plus afternoon tea’s & Sunday lunches. Must pre-book.

ST ANDREWS TOWN HOTEL Droitwich, WR9 8AL 01905 779677 enquiries@st-andrewshotel.com www. st-andrewshotel.com Enjoy classic British dishes with a creative twist made with local, seasonal produce.

OSCARS RESTAURANT AT SOUTHCREST MANOR HOTEL Redditch, B97 4JS 01527 541511 reception@southcrestmanorhotel.com

www.southcrestmanorhotel.com A traditional styled Restaurant with a modern twist, offering classic dishes brought up to date with modern methods.

THE TALBOT AT NEWNHAMBRIDGE Tenbury Wells, WR15 8JE 01584 781145 info@the-talbot.co.uk www.talbotinnnewnhambridge.co.uk Set in countryside of The Teme Valley, the Good Food Pub Guide of 2017.Local suppliers and fresh seasonal produce used to create delicious rustic home cooked food.

WEBBS, WEST HAGLEY Stourbridge, DY9 OJB 01562 700511 info@webbs.co.uk www.webbsdirect.co.uk/west-hagley Catering for all ages, choose from hot breakfasts, speciality coffees & teas and the selection of scrumptious cakes and pastries available.

WEBBS, WYCHBOLD Droitwich Spa, WR9 0DG 01527 860000 info@webbs.co.uk www.webbsdirect.co.uk/wychbold A fully licensed restaurant using local produce, with delicious breakfasts, homemade cakes and more. Choose from a variety of teas, coffees or indulgent afternoon teas.

For more information on how to plan your short break or holiday, please visit www.visitworcestershire.org

Bank House Hotel, Spa & Golf Club, Bransford, Near Worcester, WR6 5JD Tel: 01886 833 551

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