Worcestershire
Properties and events in Worcestershire
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'Worcester News' newspaper archives-Berrows Journals-photographs & negatives
The Civic Society saved from landfill the archives of the Worcester News containing over a million press cuttings, negatives and photographs, These are being catalogued by volunteers in a secure room below the History & Heritage POD.
A talk on The Butts Spur railway line 1860 to1965
Find out about The Butts Spur railway line, 1860 to 1965! An illustrated talk on the old line from Foregate Street to Pitchcroft and back towards Diglis
Cake & Coffee Concert and Open Day
Join Friends of St John's for "Delightful Duets" Cake and Coffee Concert, then have a go on the organ, climb the medieval bell tower, ring the bells, marvel at the views, build a model church, search for keys, go on a treasure hunt and much more!
Celebrating 150 Years
A collection of All Saints memorabilia and a chance to enjoy the stained glass and the work of The Bromsgrove Guild.
Celebrating Heritage and Surprising Connections at Hampton Lovett Church and Parish Rooms, Worcestershire
Please come along and discover Hampton Lovett's role as an historic connections hub! Help us, as well, in celebrating the reopening of the C14th tower after repair and conservation works and maybe take a tower tour.
Celebrating the Archives of Redditch New Town
Come and find out more about the history of Redditch and it's development into a New Town. Hear from the project archivists, browse our exhibition and get involved with some interactive activities!
Droitwich Spa Heritage & Information Centre - Behind the Scenes Tour
This is your chance to see behind the scenes of Droitwich Spa Heritage & Information Centre- This 40-minute guided tour will show you remnants of the building's past and a glimpse into the archives.
Family Graffiti Activity
Join us for a family friendly hands-on introduction to Historic Graffiti in Worcester Cathedral. Hunt for masons marks, images and inscriptions of those who visited before then create your own.
Following Pathways - Finding Connections
Follow road, rail, river and path ways to the past, to the present and maybe to the future to discover connections between the people of Hanley Castle with St. Mary's Church, the Parish and the wider world outside the Parish boundaries.
Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre
Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch illustrates the rich heritage of the needle and fishing tackle industries and a short walk from the Museum, are the ruins of Bordesley Abbey - a medieval Cistercian Abbey which has been extensively excavated.
Former Chapel, Windsor Street, Open Day
The chapel closed in 2013 and has recently been sympathetically restored.
Gardens Tour of Worcester Cathedral
Come and enjoy the beauty of the Cathedral from a different angle: outside! The Cathedrals gardens and grounds provide a beautiful setting for the Cathedral, while also containing much of its history.
Gordon Russell Design Museum
Explore the fascinating story of twentieth century furniture design through the life and work of Sir Gordon Russell (1892-1980) and his company.
Great Malvern Cemetery Open Day
A talk, two walks and information about the Cemetery
Great Malvern Station Walk
A one hour walk round Great Malvern Station
Guided Tour Great Malvern Priory
A one hour tour of the Priory and its historic windows.
Guided Tour of Great Malvern Priory
A one hour tour of the Church led by guides of the Friends of the Priory
Guided tour of Great Malvern Priory
A one hour tour of the Priory carried out by guides who are members of the Friends.
Guildhall Tour
The Guildhall is a beautiful building dating back to 1721. It has a fascinating history – it was once the seat of justice throughout the city and even housed a prison, today offering visitors a glimpse of Worcester’s rich and varied heritage.
Hartlebury Castle
Explore this beautiful historic house as you uncover its stories, discover the history of Worcestershire and take a stroll around the moat.