Worcestershire
Nestling between the Cotswolds, Shakespeare's Country and the Welsh Marches, the beautiful unspoilt county of Worcestershire offers a mixture of rolling countryside with acres of fruit orchards, the Malvern Hills, riverside towns, picturesque villages and the Cathedral city of Worcester.
Fine churches, historic buildings, a thriving arts scene with internationally acclaimed festivals and events, many featuring the works of Edward Elgar and superb shopping - you will find them all in Worcestershire, the county which is home to Malvern Water, Worcester Sauce and the Morgan Sports Car!
Worcester City lies in the centre of the county - here you can tour the Royal Worcester Factory, Broadway Tower Visitor Centre and the Museum of the Commandery, a medieval building with displays covering its 1,000 years history and its pivotal role in England's civil war. 2001 will commemorate the 350th anniversary of the famous Battle of Worcester.
To the north, Avoncroft Museum of Buildings at Bromsgrove provides a wonderful insight into seven centuries of English history, whilst in Wyre Forest Britain's Bewdley premier steam railway, The Severn Valley, provides some of the best riverside scenery in the country.
South of Worcester lies the Vale of Evesham, noted for its soft fruits. Broadway The Spring Blossom Trail is a must if you want to experience some of the most captivating sights in the county and Broadway at the foot of the Cotswolds.
No visit to Worcestershire would be complete without a visit to the Victorian Spa towns of Droitwich in the north and Malvern which nestles at the side of the River at Upton Malvern Hills - enjoy the invigorating air or take in a performance at the new Malvern Theatres which offer first-class professional productions.
Take time to visit Worcestershire and enjoy the diverse attractions of
Evesham this traditional, unspoilt county.
