Location: Worcester
Top Things to do in Worcester
Top 5 Specialty Museums in Worcester, England
Worcester (/ˈwʊstər/ ( listen) WUUS-tər) is a city in Worcestershire, England, 31 miles (50 km) southwest of Birmingham and 27 miles (43 km) north of Gloucester. The population is approximately 100,000. The River Severn flanks the western side of the city centre, which is overlooked by the 12th century Worcester Cathedral.
Restaurants in Worcester
1. Museum of Royal Worcester
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
The Museum of Royal Worcester holds the largest collection of Worcester porcelain in the world. In recent years the Museum has undergone a major £1.7 million refurbishment supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. Whilst being fresh and modern, the displays pay homage to a magnificent history and heritage. The Museum's galleries and showcases are swathed in sumptuous colours showing the collection off to its best advantage. With the recreation of the factory workshop and family parlour amongst some of the displays and high quality interactives there is something for everyone.
Reviewed By ROGERDW1973
I was in Worcester with some spare time and an online search of museums brought up the Royal Worcester museum. I went along and was able to spend around an hour exploring this fascinating collection which starts with how China is made, designed and printed etc. It is a very colourful and superb collection in a spacious and light building. The staff are very friendly and e shop is excellent. There is also an adjacent café where you can get refreshment after your visit.
2. George Marshall Medical Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
The George Marshall Medical Museum is situated in the Charles Hastings Education Centre, an education and training facility for health care staff in Worcestershire. The museum is free to enter. The Charles Hastings Education Centre can be found on the site of the Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester, WR5 1DD. For travel information, click here. The Museum is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, and is free to enter. It is closed on Bank Holidays. Tours can be arranged outside of these hours. Charges apply. The Museum exhibits Mr. George Marshall's fantastic collection of objects illustrating the way that medicine and health care have developed over the past 250 years. Visitors to the Museum will see the gory collection of death masks of hanged criminals, the reconstructed apothecary shop and Victorian operating theatre. Tours, school groups and talks can be booked in advance, and there is a cafe on site.
Reviewed By sallysJ9241QR
Our 11 year old granddaughter asked to visit medical museum, we fortunately found this museum. What can I say WOW. We followed signs in the hospital and the carpark attendant lifted the barrier when we stated where we were visiting. We were welcomed by the staff on Reception and directed where to go. The Museum itself is tiny but we were there for over 2 hours as our granddaughter loved it. Reading the recipes in the apothecary book and then using the pestle and mortar to grind the different herbs etc to then reading what ailments they were supposed to aid. The trail was excellent encouraging us all to look carefully at the exhibits. The favourite was the operating room display which made our granddaughter scream when she saw it as it was so realistic. She dressed up in the costumes, drew pictures of some exhibits and was inspired to ask the most amazing questions. It may be small but it was inspiring. All of this for free. Superb
3. The Infirmary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
An interactive exhibition at the University of Worcester's City Campus combining history, science, art and technology to explore the medical stories of one of England's oldest infirmaries, including the founding of the British Medical Association.
Reviewed By annemariemctavish - Coventry, United Kingdom
This is small and tucked away in one of the university buildings. The Boardroom was where the BMA was founded and the museum gives a good insight into 19th and early 20th century hospitals. There are a surprising number of interactive parts for you to try - the bone saw one is gross but fun! And it’s free. In the same building is a very reasonably priced cafe that is open to the public where we enjoyed a breakfast wrap and coffee after our visit. Well worth a hour of your time.
4. Greyfriars' House and Garden
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4.5 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By tweedledumHungerford - Hungerford, United Kingdom
My wife and I were on a 3 day visit to this City for the first time and were staying 100 yards away and It turned out to be the best tour we have ever had in a National Trust Property even though it only lasts 30 to 35 minutes. The Guide was most informative and had fantastic knowledge of this interesting old house
5. The Commandery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 287 reviews
Encounter the past brought to life in a beautiful building with an 800 year history. Set in the heart of historic Worcester, The Commandery is most famous for being the Royalist Headquarters during the deciding battle of the English Civil War – the Battle of Worcester 1651. Discover Worcester's Civil War Story, an interactive experience that will take you back over 350 years into a murky, conflicted 17th century Worcester of fiery debates. Experience life as a soldier 300 miles from home, test your skills at battle strategy and come face-to-face with Oliver Cromwell. The Commandery is the perfect place for a family day out - get to know your fearsome weapons, get stuck into our interactive displays or become a Commandery explorer with our trail backpacks. The Commandery also has its own gardens and an independent cafe, Commandery Coffee, which serves delicious home-made food, artisan coffee and loose leaf teas.
Reviewed By ROGERDW1973
The Commandery is a must see if you are visiting Worcester, as it has played such an important part in the towns history. I visited in early December 2020 where I was greeted by a very cheerful and friendly staff member at reception. The self conducted tour around the Commandery and the Civil War experience is excellent in these superbly well kept historic buildings with well curated exhibits and information panels throughout. Well worth a visit and very good value. Allow around an hour to see everything.
