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Things to see in Worcester (United Kingdom): 42 places and when to go
Worcester is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 42 places in and around it, mainly History (19), Nature (11), Wildlife (10). The best known are Worcester Cathedral, Hanley Castle and Croome Court. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 52.1847, -2.2373
- Places
- 42 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (19) · Nature (11) · Wildlife (10) · Temples (6) · Museums and art (4) · Hiking (4)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 95 km as the crow flies
What to see in Worcester
The places in and around Worcester, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Worcester CathedralCathedral in Worcester, England1.2 km
- Hanley CastleHistory11 km
- Croome CourtGrade I listed historic house museum in Malvern Hills, United Kingdom11 km
- Pershore AbbeyChurch in Pershore, Worcestershire, England, UK14 km
- Worcester City Art Gallery & MuseumArt gallery and local museum in Worcester, England, United Kingdom1.7 km
- Elgar Birthplace MuseumBirthplace of Edward Elgar and museum in Lower Broadheath, Worcestershire, England3.5 km
- Museum of Royal WorcesterCeramics museum in Worcester, England1.3 km
- Chateau ImpneyC19 French-style mansion in Worcestershire, England, UK12 km
- Cotheridge CourtManor house in Worcestershire, England, UK5.4 km
- Greyfriars, WorcesterGrade I listed building in Worcester, United Kingdom1.4 km
- Huddington Court15th-century manor house in Huddington Worcestershire, England, UK11 km
- Hindlip HallHouse in Hindlip, Worcestershire, United Kingdom; West Mercia Police and Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service headquarters6.2 km
- Leigh Court BarnGrade I listed building in Malvern Hills, United Kingdom5.5 km
- Spetchley ParkHouse and park in Worcestershire, England, UK5.7 km
- St John the Baptist, White Ladies AstonChurch in White Ladies Aston, Worcestershire, England, UK8.4 km
- St Swithun's Church, WorcesterGrade I listed church in Worcester, Worcestershire, West Midlands, England, UK1.5 km
- Westwood HouseGrade I listed building in Westwood, Worcestershire, England, UK11 km
- End HillHill in the Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, England, UK10 km
- Madresfield CourtHistoric British country manor7.2 km
- St George's Church, WorcesterChurch in Worcester, England1.6 km
- St Michael's Church, ChurchillChurch in Churchill, Worcestershire, England, UK8.4 km
- The CommanderyGrade I listed building and museum in Worcester, United Kingdom1.4 km
- Whitbourne HallCountry house in Herefordshire, England, UK14 km
- Blackhouse Wood Nature ReserveProtected area11 km
And the other 18, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Chapter Meadows, Crews Hill Wood Nature Reserve, Grafton Wood, Laugherne Brook Local Nature Reserve (Area 2, Greenacres Road), Laugherne Brook Local Nature Reserve (Area 3, Greenacres Road North), Laugherne Brook Local Nature Reserve (Area 4, Coles Meadow), Laugherne Brook Local Nature Reserve (Area 5, Oldbury Road North), The Knapp and Papermill, Wildgoose Nature Reserve
- Hiking: Geopark Way, Three Choirs Way (Stanford Bishop to Worcester), Three Choirs Way (Worcester to Malvern), Worcestershire Way
- History: Pershore Bridge, Stanbrook Abbey
- Food and drink: Piston Distillery, The Hop Shed
- With kids: Splash Pad
When to go to Worcester
The best time to visit Worcester is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:59
- FebPossible9:38
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:39
- MayBest time15:28
- JunBest time16:30
- JulBest time16:04
- AugBest time14:27
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:19
- NovBetter not8:27
- DecPossible7:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 30. In April, 42 of the 42 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Worcester
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 95 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Eastnor38 places20 km
- Bewdley37 places21 km
- Studley50 places26 km
- Cheltenham53 places35 km
- Hereford32 places36 km
- Gloucester51 places36 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Worcester?
The best known: Worcester Cathedral, Hanley Castle, Croome Court, Pershore Abbey, Worcester City Art Gallery & Museum. In all, 42 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Worcester?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 30.
How do you get to Worcester?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 95 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Worcester as the destination and these 42 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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