Days Out in Worcestershire

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Enjoy a great day out in Worcestershire at Witley Court & Gardens. Once one of England's great country houses, today it is a spectacular ruin following a huge fire in 1937. The magnificent gardens are ideal for a summer picnic.

In nearby Warwickshire there's the magnificent Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, and in Shropshire the picturesque Stokesay Castle.

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Places to visit in Worcestershire

Take a fascinating journey back through time at Witley Court & Gardens:

  • Step back to a bygone age of great wealth and extravagant parties
  • Bring a picnic and enjoy the beautiful restored gardens and lake

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Places to visit : Worcestershire

Leigh Court Barn
Leigh Court Barn

An outstanding display of English medieval carpentry, this mighty timber-framed barn is the largest cruck structure in Britain.

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Witley Court and Gardens
Witley Court and Gardens

A hundred years ago, Witley Court was one of England's great country houses, hosting many extravagant parties. Today it is a spectacular ruin, the result of a disastrous fire in 1937.

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Goodrich Castle
Goodrich Castle

Herefordshire

Goodrich stands majestically on a wooded hill commanding the passage of the River Wye into the picturesque valley of Symonds Yat.

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Hailes Abbey
Hailes Abbey

Gloucestershire | South West

Founded by the Earl of Cornwall in thanks for surviving a shipwreck. It housed a renowned relic, ‘the Holy Blood of Hailes’: allegedly a phial of Christ’s blood. Great picnic spot. Audio tours.

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Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

Warwickshire

Robert Dudley created this ornate palace to impress his beloved Queen in 1575. The newly re-created Elizabethan Garden, lost for 400 years, is now open to visitors. Vast grounds perfect for exploring.

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Stokesay Castle
Stokesay Castle

Shropshire

Stokesay Castle is quite simply the finest and best preserved fortified medieval manor house in England.

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Events : Worcestershire

Kings and Queens Family Fun Trail
Kings and Queens Family Fun Trail
Venue: Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Date: Sat 2 - Thu 7 Jun 2012

Can you solve the royal quest? Divert a disaster by finding the hidden clues in the grounds to reveal the royal connection. A special prize will be rewarded to those who are regal enough to complete the challenge!

Jubilee Picnic Party
Jubilee Picnic Party
Venue: Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Date: Sun 3 Jun - Mon 4 Jun 2012

Join us to celebrate this Diamond Jubilee with a summer's picnic in the beautiful grounds of Witley Court. Bring your own picnic to enjoy and take part in a royal quest around the grounds of this magnificent site.
As You Like It
As You Like It
Venue: Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Date: 22 July 2012

Rain or Shine Theatre come to Witley Court with a brand new production of one of Shakespeare’s classic comedies. Come along and enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre at its best.
Wildlife Rangers
Wildlife Rangers
Venue: Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Date: Tue 31 Jul 2012

Join us during the summer holidays for some wild fun! Set in the spectacular grounds of Witley Court, get hands-on with nature and learn what it takes to be a wildlife ranger. Perfect for those with an adventurous spirit!
Wildlife Rangers
Wildlife Rangers
Venue: Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Date: Tue 7 Aug 2012

Join us during the summer holidays for some wild fun! Set in the spectacular grounds of Witley Court, get hands-on with nature and learn what it takes to be a wildlife ranger. Perfect for those with an adventurous spirit!
Wildlife Rangers
Wildlife Rangers
Venue: Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire
Date: Tue 14 Aug 2012

Join us during the summer holidays for some wild fun! Set in the spectacular grounds of Witley Court, get hands-on with nature and learn what it takes to be a wildlife ranger. Perfect for those with an adventurous spirit!
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