Celebrating Heritage and Surprising Connections at Hampton Lovett Church and Parish Rooms, Worcestershire
St Mary and All Saints Church, The Forest, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0LU
Hampton Lovett's railway and footpath connections are featured in our exhibits this year. See a working model of the local railway, the church and the old Cutnall Green Halt. Hear about Operation Starfish in World War II. Why not bring your own 'OO' gauge engine and see it running!
Discover the Monarch's Way footpath passing through the churchyard, the escape route of the future King Charles II after the Battle of Worcester in 1651. Learn about Hampton Lovett's connection with the Royalist cause.
Thanks to National Lottery Players and our local community, works to the tower (built in the 1300s) have been completed. Much needed repairs have been undertaken. The old internal doorway has been reopened, the stairway renovated, lighting and a rope hand-rope installed. Enjoy a guided access or virtual tower tour and discover the hidden secrets of the tower- the 'Priest's Room', the old windlass and the bells (two cast in the 1600s and one in the early 1700s).
The church, a Grade 1 listed building, has been the centre of a rural community for 1000 years. There are many obvious historical features to enjoy and also some hidden gems, so please do come along to discover all of these.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 1000-1600
- Sunday 08 September:
- 1000-1400
Location & directions
St Mary and All Saints Church, The Forest, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0LU
- Directions:
- This event is held in Hampton Lovett Church and the Parish Rooms (approximately 150 yards apart). Both are situated in The Forest, Hampton Lovett which can be found off the A442 Droitwich to Kidderminster Road. Postcode WR9 0LU
- Contact on day:
- Rachel Wyatt
- Telephone number:
- +447531911959
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Toilet facilities are available at the Parish Rooms.
Additional information
Parking is at the Parish Rooms (approximately 150 yards) from the church. There are some spaces at the church if required. Please note for the guided tours of the tower: the stairway is narrow so clothes may gather some dust from the walls. Being comfortable with stairs and 'sensible shoes' with some tread required and a good level of general health. Maximum three persons plus guide at a time. Children must be at least 10 years old.
