Top 10 things to do in Worcestershire
Worcestershire has a cathedral city, rolling hills, orchards and gardens. It is the home of Elgar, Worcestershire sauce and the Malvern Hills.
- 1
Worcester Cathedral
📍 WorcesterHistory, indoorsA cathedral beside the Severn, with the tomb of King John and a Norman crypt.
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Malvern Hills
📍 Great MalvernWalks, viewsA ridge of ancient hills with long views and good walking.
- 3
Severn Valley Railway
📍 BewdleyTrains, familiesA heritage steam railway through the Severn Valley.
- 4
The Elgar Birthplace Museum
📍 Lower BroadheathMusic, historyThe cottage where the composer was born, with a visitor centre.
- 5
Hartlebury Castle
📍 HartleburyHistory, museumA former bishop’s palace, now with a museum and gardens. Check opening.
- 6
Witley Court and Gardens
📍 Great WitleyHistory, ruinsThe ruins of a grand mansion with huge fountains in the grounds.
- 7
Croome Park
📍 Near PershoreHouse, parklandA Capability Brown landscape with a mansion, lake and a wartime history.
- 8
Worcester Porcelain Museum
📍 WorcesterHistory, porcelainA museum of fine porcelain from the factory founded in 1751.
- 9
West Midland Safari Park
📍 BewdleyFamilies, wildlifeA drive-through safari with rides and animal encounters.
- 10
Clent Hills
📍 Near HalesowenWalks, viewsOpen hills with wide views over the Midlands, good for an easy half-day walk.
Where to base yourself
Last checked: October 2026.