The Commandery Museums
We know very little about the early history of the Commandery. Tradition has it that the building was founded as a hospital around 1085 by Saint Wulfstan, then Bishop of Worcester.
Today, the Commandery still adapts itself to the needs of the age whilst retaining the fabric of its history for future generations. Above all the building is one that is held in great affection by the people of Worcester and all those who have come into contact with it.
2005 is an exciting year for the Commandery. From January to June the museum and its three main exhibitions will be open as normal. From mid February these will be supplemented with a new children's activity area exploring the six most important periods of the Commandery's history.
The Battle of Worcester 1651 and the English Civil War exhibition in the Canal Wing offers the visitor an opportunity to step back in time to the turbulent years of England's bloody revolution. Life sized models and dioramas of key events bring these unsettled years in British history, dramatically to life.
The exhibition examines the causes and the politics behind the War and looks at the key events and battles from Edgehill to Worcester.
Attraction Details
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AddressThe Commandery, Sidbury, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2HU
Opening times10am - 5pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeMuseums
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Featuring free WiFi, Worcester Boutique Suites offers accommodation in Worcester. Worcester City Council is 800 metres away. All units feature a cable flat-screen TV, DVD player, and iPod docking station.
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Opposite the cathedral, in the heart of beautiful Worcester, this charming traditional coaching inn dates back to the 13th century. A seasonal, British menu is served in the bar area, as well as real cask ales..
Fownes Hotel
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Diglis House Hotel
With view over the river, this riverside hotel is a 5-minute walk from Worcester city centre, and a 2-minute walk from the Royal Worcester Porcelain Museum and the cathedral. Free Wi-Fi is available in most areas, and there is free parking..
St.Lawrence Hotel
This fine Edwardian house is within easy walking distance of the town centre, the famous Royal Worcester Porcelain factory and Worcester Cathedral. The hotel offers very comfortable bedrooms, all with en suite shower rooms..
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