Museums in Worcestershire

The 14th-century house built for the almoner of Evesham Abbey is now a museum of local heritage. Crammed into a dozen rooms of this historic timber-framed building is a wealth of historical objects illustrating Evesham's heritage, from Saxon grave-goods to the superbly carved chair used by the Abbot of Evesham.
Abbey Gate, Evesham, Worcestershire, England, WR11 4BG

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Heritage Highlight: The Abbot of Evesham's ornately carved 14th-century chair

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600 years worth of historic buildings rescued from demolition, ranging from a 15th century merchant's house to a 1946 prefab. Includes a working windmill, a Victorian chainshop, and the National Telephone Kiosk Collection (so there's no excuse for not phoning home).
Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, England, B60 4JR

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A unique museum wonderfully situated in an old historic butcher's 'shambles'. The museum features a combination of indoor and outdoor exhibits, showcasing the heritage of Bewdley and area through a combination of static displays and hands-on activities for all ages.
Load Street, Bewdley, Bewdley, Worcestershire, England, DY12 2AE

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The building that houses The Commandery is a delightful half-timbered Tudor house that was used by Charles II as his headquarters for the Battle of Worcester in 1651. The battle was the final conflict in the long English Civil War, and the defeat of Charles' forces essentially sealed Parliament's victory in the war. The Commandery reopened in 2007 following an extensive refurbishment, with vivid reconstructions of six selected periods of the city's history.
Sidbury, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, WR1 2HU

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A simple cottage that was the birthplace of that most 'English' of composers, Edward Elgar, composer of, among other works, 'Pomp and Circumstance'. See personal effects, including Elgar's desk, where he composed many of his most enduring works. The museum hosts regular recitals.
Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, WR2 6RH

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The last operating water-powered needle scouring mill in the world, Forge Mill is a restored 18th-century listed mill, once part of Redditch's thriving needle industry. See how needles and fish-hooks were made, and see the original mill machinery in operation. On the same site are the ruins of a 12th-century Cistercian abbey.
Needle Mill Lane, Riverside, Redditch, Worcestershire, England, B98 8HY

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Heritage Highlight: The last surviving needle scouring mill in the world.

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The story of the development of modern medicine, with a particular focus on Worcester. See how medical treatment has changed over the centuries and how medicine has transformed our lives.
Charles Hastings Education Centre, Worcester Royal Hospital, Worcester, Charles Hastings Way, Worcestershire, England, WR5 1DD

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Housed in the original Grade II listed workshop, the museum explores sixty years of furniture design in the Broadway firm headed by Sir Gordon Russell MC.
15 Russell Square, Broadway, Worcestershire, England, WR12 7AP

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Heritage Highlight: Early 20th century Arts and Crafts furniture

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A huge collection of military radios and communications equipment from across the globe. Under one roof are radios and spy gear from Britain, Germany, Japan, Australia, Russia, France, and much more.
47 Oakfield Rd, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, England, DY11 6PL

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The Worcester Porcelain company was founded in 1751, which makes it the oldest active English porcelain company. The company has occupied a workshop on Severn Street for over 170 years. The Museum attached to the factory boasts the largest collection in the world of Worcester Porcelain. Exhibits are spread out across three galleries, covering the Georgian, Victorian and modern eras. Find out about the history of the company and the process of china manufacturing - and of course, you can buy samples of fine porcelain!
Severn Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, England, WR1 2ND

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Heritage Highlight: Museum of one of the oldest and most prestigious of England's porcelain makers

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