Tudor House Museum
Tudor House, 38-42 Friar Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2NA
The Tudor style curtains and counterpane that dress the tester bed in our bedchamber, was a project conceived in 2019. The design of the curtains was inspired by 16th and early 17th century textile design - a tree, its branches filled with leaves and insects and animals running beneath the tree, hang at the head of the bed. The counterpane uses the Tudor embossed plaster ceiling as its inspiration, with roundels and tulip shapes surrounding each embroidered Tudor rose, interspersed with uniquely designed motifs reflecting the history of the house and Worcester to complete this beautiful coverlet. Traditional stitches and sewing techniques have been used throughout, using wool in the most vibrant colours! Embroiderers from the project will be on hand to talk about the stitching techniques and the meaning behind the design.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000-1600, last admission 1530.
- Sunday 15 September:
- 1100-1500, last admission 1430.
Location & directions
Tudor House, 38-42 Friar Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2NA
- Directions:
- Tudor House is situated in the heart of Worcester city centre on Friar Street. There is car parking nearby at Cathedral Square and it's a very easy 10/15 minute walk from Worcester Foregate Street train station or the city bus station.
- Contact on day:
- Abi Haywood / 01905 612309
- Telephone number:
- +447794924514
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Access to the Tudor Rooms and specifically the bedchamber is on the first floor and only accessible by stairs.
