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Worcester is a cultural city with a historic heart.

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Worldwide production of Worcestershire sauce, its important part in the English civil war and the resting place of King John at Worcester Cathedral.

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"All England should come in pilgrimage to this hill once a year."
From John Adams, Founding Father and future President of the United States, after visiting the site of the Battle of Worcester in 1786.

Worcester is a cultural city with a historic heart.

Historic streets, riverside walks, independent places to eat and centuries of stories make Worcester a rewarding city break in the heart of Worcestershire.

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Set beside the River Severn, Worcester is a compact cathedral city where many of its best-known sights can be discovered on foot.

Explore medieval and Tudor streets, uncover the city’s role in the English Civil War, discover the story of Worcester porcelain or simply slow down with a walk beside the river.

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Rule of law to Civil War

The journey toward democracy in Britain began in 1215, when King John sealed the Magna Carta.

At the heart of the city stands Worcester Cathedral, a landmark that has been a place of worship for fourteen centuries.

Inside you'll find the tomb of King John, Prince Arthur’s Chantry and St Wulfstan’s Crypt, while outside the Cathedral overlooks the River Severn and the city’s riverside

History is never far away in Worcester.

Walk through the city centre and centuries of architecture sit side by side. Around the Cathedral Quarter, historic streets lead towards some of Worcester’s best-known heritage attractions.

At The Commandery, discover Worcester’s pivotal place in the English Civil War. The building is best known as the Royalist headquarters during the Battle of Worcester in 1651, the decisive battle of the conflict. Today you can explore Worcester’s Civil War Story, Tudor rooms, its medieval Great Hall, Painted Chamber and walled gardens.

Nearby, the Museum of Royal Worcester tells another distinctive Worcester story. Located on the former Worcester porcelain factory site, its collection traces 250 years of porcelain-making in the city and is described by Visit Worcestershire as the world’s largest collection of Worcester porcelain.

There’s more to explore at Tudor House Museum, The Guildhall and Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum, making it easy to build a full day of sightseeing without travelling far across the city.

Tourist Information Centre

Located in The Guildhall on Worcester High Street, the TIC is a fantastic source of information, guides and maps to help you plan your visit to the city and surrounding area - as well as pick up those essential souvenirs and gifts!

The shop stocks a wide range of Worcester products, books and maps, local food and drink and you can purchase tickets for various services, including day trips, guided walks and a host of local events.

When we are open:

Monday-Friday 9.30am-5pm, Saturday and Bank Holidays 10am-4pm, Sunday (May-September) 11am-3pm

Worcester Tourist Information Centre 
The Guildhall 
High St
Worcester 
WR1 2EY

Tel: 01905 726311

Email: tourism@worcester.gov.uk

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