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SUMMARY:Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin and Dickens
DESCRIPTION:Legendary fantasy authors JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were frequent visitors to the Malvern Hills around the middle of the 20th century and the distinctive landscape may have inspired features of Middle Earth and Narnia\, like the Giant’s Cave from The Hobbit and the Victorian gas lamps from The Lion\, the Witch & the Wardrobe. \nA century earlier\, authors Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens visited Malvern for the Water Cure and most of the treatment centres and guest houses still remain. \nThe Malvern Hills Literary Loop starts at the Mr. Tumnus bench in Priory Park and heads up past Knotsford House where Dickens stayed to Lewis’s former school Cherbourg House before pausing at the Lewis Memorial in Rosebank Gardens and following the gas lamps up to St. Ann’s Well cafe. \nAfter admiring the views around North Hill\, the trail descends to Alexandra Rd where Lewis’s close friend & biographer George Sayer lived\, opposite the former home of composer Edward Elgar. \nThe loop then heads up past Montreal House where Darwin stayed during his daughter’s treatment and past Lewis & Tolkien’s favourite pub The Unicorn Inn before passing the Hobbit door and down to Malvern Priory to find Anne Darwin’s grave and potentially the original Narnian gas lamp. \nDates and booking\nThe walks are available on many dates\, often with the option of two start times on the same day. For more information\, including prices\, availability and to book. visit the Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin & Dickens page on Airbnb
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-hills-literary-loop-tolkien-lewis-darwin-and-dickens-4/2026-09-06/2/
CATEGORIES:History,Malvern,Talk,Walks
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SUMMARY:Great Malvern Heritage Walk
DESCRIPTION:About the walk\nDiscover the rich heritage of one of England’s most charming spa towns\, famed for its invigorating Water Cure. \nJoin one of Malvern Civic Society’s volunteer guides to trace the town’s evolution\, from a 19th century spa destination\, to its role in World War II as an important centre for secret radar development. Along the way\, explore Victorian architecture\, Great Malvern Priory\, connections to composer Edward Elgar\, and sites celebrated through Malvern’s many blue plaques\, commemorating notable residents and visitors. \nWhether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident\, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Malvern’s cultural and historical legacy. \nDates and times\nThe 90-minute tours operate every Saturday and Monday from April 2026 to October 2026\, except 13 July and 12 September\, starting at 10.30am from Malvern Tourist Information Centre on Church Street (contact: 01684 892289). \nAll walks are subject to guide availability. \nTickets\nThe cost is £7 for adults; 14 – 16 year olds go free. \nTickets are available online via TicketSource or at the Malvern Tourist Information Centre. If Ticketsource shows ‘sold out’\, more tickets may be available. \nPlease book in advance to avoid disappointment. Ten places are available on each walk: four are available to book through Malvern Tourist Information Centre either in person or on 01684 892289; the other six are available to book online at Ticketsource (small booking fee applies online). Any tickets for a Saturday walk unsold online by noon on Friday\, or tickets for a Monday walk unsold online by 8am on Monday\, will become available to purchase through Malvern Tourist Information Centre during opening hours. Please note tickets for 14 – 16 year olds can be booked only through Malvern Tourist Information Centre (not online) \nPrivate group walks may be available – enquire directly to the TIC. \nAccessibility\nDue to the content of the tours and the hilly nature of Malvern\, these walks are not suitable for children under 14 years\, nor for anyone with mobility issues. \nDogs\nSorry – no dogs are allowed\, except assistance dogs. \nAlternative tour\nIn addition to the standard tour described above\, some guides offer a specialist tour\, by arrangement\, for those with a particular interest in the arts: “The Culture and The Cure”. This walk\, for pre-booked groups only (minimum group size may apply)\, explores Malvern’s cultural connections alongside the history of the town as a centre for the controversial Water Cure. Writers\, artists and musicians have been attracted to Malvern for over a hundred years – hear their stories plus how this small Worcestershire town became a major spa. For more details regarding this bespoke tour\, please contact the Malvern Tourist Information Centre in the first instance. \nReviews\nRead the many five-star reviews on the Trip Advisor page for Great Malvern Heritage Walks.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-town-walk-2-2-2/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Malvern Tourist Information Centre\, The Lyttelton Well Courtyard\, 6 Church Street\, Malvern\, Worcestershire\, WR14 2AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk,Walks
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SUMMARY:Cathy Rentzenbrink: 'The Agatha Christie Cure' - Book Talk with Daisy Buchanan
DESCRIPTION:A literary detective story and a memoir of finding hope in reading\, this journey into the heart of the most successful writer of the 20th century is the perfect tonic for anyone in search of life-affirming resilience\, and proof that if ever you’re lonely\, tired and in need of solace\, getting in the bath with an Agatha Christie is always an excellent idea. \nTickets\n£10 (customers will be able to redeem £3 of the ticket price against the book at the event; one discount per ticket) – available to book online at Ticketsource
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/cathy-rentzenbrink-the-agatha-christie-cure-book-talk-with-daisy-buchanan/
LOCATION:Elmslie House\, WR14 3AG
CATEGORIES:Malvern,Talk
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SUMMARY:Garden Tours at Croome 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover more about Croome’s history\, design\, plants and statues on a one-hour stroll in the garden with one of the National Trust’s knowledgeable volunteers. \nJoin one of the enthusiastic volunteers to find out more about the garden at Croome. Tours are held every Wednesday at 11am and every Thursday at 2pm from March to October. \nThe tour begins near reception and finishes at the house. \nEach tour lasts about 60 minutes and covers approximately one-and-a-half miles on hard surfaced paths in the garden. \nAll tours are subject to volunteer availability; if volunteers are not available\, guided tours may not go ahead. \nTours are free and booking is not needed\, but normal admission charges apply for the venue (free for NT members).
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/garden-tours-at-croome-2026/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Croome Park\, High Green\, Worcester\, Worcs\, WR8 9DW
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SUMMARY:Autumn 2026 Lunchbox
DESCRIPTION:The ever-popular series of free ‘Lunchbox’ talks and concerts at Great Malvern Priory returns for autumn 2026 with an interesting and varied programme. \nBring your own lunch to eat at 12.30pm; the 30-minute talk or concert begins at 1pm. \nTea\, coffee and cake are available to purchase. \nThursday 10 September 2026\nParkinson’s unpacked – what is it and what support is available\nTalk by Jenny Douglas \nThursday 24 September 2026\nLocking up your valuables\, medieval style\nRachel Sycamore opens the lid on the importance and significance of church chests \nThursday 8 October 2026\nThe development of airborne radar and the role played by Malvern College and the town\nTalk by Ian Quickfall \nThursday 15 October 2026\nThe history and development of the Three Counties Showground\nTalk by David Prescott \nThursday 5 November 2026\nConcert by students from the Chase School \nThursday 19 November 2026\nMaking wine at the foot of the Malvern Hills\nTalk by Two Beacons Vineyard \nThursday 3 December 2026\nConcert by pupils from Malvern Parish C of E Primary School
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/autumn-2026-lunchbox/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Priory\, WR14 2AY
CATEGORIES:Community,Concert,Drink,Food,Free,Malvern,Music,Talk
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SUMMARY:Garden Tours at Croome 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover more about Croome’s history\, design\, plants and statues on a one-hour stroll in the garden with one of the National Trust’s knowledgeable volunteers. \nJoin one of the enthusiastic volunteers to find out more about the garden at Croome. Tours are held every Wednesday at 11am and every Thursday at 2pm from March to October. \nThe tour begins near reception and finishes at the house. \nEach tour lasts about 60 minutes and covers approximately one-and-a-half miles on hard surfaced paths in the garden. \nAll tours are subject to volunteer availability; if volunteers are not available\, guided tours may not go ahead. \nTours are free and booking is not needed\, but normal admission charges apply for the venue (free for NT members).
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/garden-tours-at-croome-2026/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Croome Park\, High Green\, Worcester\, Worcs\, WR8 9DW
CATEGORIES:Garden,Talk,Upton upon Severn,Walks
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SUMMARY:Painting the People Who Shaped History (Malvern Civic Society)
DESCRIPTION:A talk to be given by Elaine Tomlinson \nA look at the life and works of Michael Noakes\, a famous portrait artist who lived in Malvern.  During a career of more than 60 years\, he painted actors\, scientists\, broadcasters\, church leaders\, presidents\, prime ministers and members of the Royal Family. \nDoors open at 6.30pm with tea\, coffee and biscuits available (included in the entrance fee) \nNo booking required.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/painting-the-people-who-shaped-history/
LOCATION:The Eden Centre\, Grovewood Road\, Malvern\, Worcs\, WR14 1GD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Malvern,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T130000
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SUMMARY:Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin and Dickens
DESCRIPTION:Legendary fantasy authors JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were frequent visitors to the Malvern Hills around the middle of the 20th century and the distinctive landscape may have inspired features of Middle Earth and Narnia\, like the Giant’s Cave from The Hobbit and the Victorian gas lamps from The Lion\, the Witch & the Wardrobe. \nA century earlier\, authors Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens visited Malvern for the Water Cure and most of the treatment centres and guest houses still remain. \nThe Malvern Hills Literary Loop starts at the Mr. Tumnus bench in Priory Park and heads up past Knotsford House where Dickens stayed to Lewis’s former school Cherbourg House before pausing at the Lewis Memorial in Rosebank Gardens and following the gas lamps up to St. Ann’s Well cafe. \nAfter admiring the views around North Hill\, the trail descends to Alexandra Rd where Lewis’s close friend & biographer George Sayer lived\, opposite the former home of composer Edward Elgar. \nThe loop then heads up past Montreal House where Darwin stayed during his daughter’s treatment and past Lewis & Tolkien’s favourite pub The Unicorn Inn before passing the Hobbit door and down to Malvern Priory to find Anne Darwin’s grave and potentially the original Narnian gas lamp. \nDates and booking\nThe walks are available on many dates\, often with the option of two start times on the same day. For more information\, including prices\, availability and to book. visit the Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin & Dickens page on Airbnb
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-hills-literary-loop-tolkien-lewis-darwin-and-dickens-4/2026-09-12/1/
CATEGORIES:History,Malvern,Talk,Walks
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260912T120000
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Great Malvern Priory
DESCRIPTION:Come and explore the fascinating history and unique treasures of Great Malvern Priory from its Norman origins to the present day. Discover more about the glories of this architectural gem\, with its beautiful stained glass\, medieval tiles and misericords. \nThere are guided tours most Saturday mornings at 11am and occasionally at 2pm (or very occasionally at other times). Please check the Priory Church calendar to confirm that a tour is going ahead on the day of your visit. \nDonations are welcomed and all money from the tours goes towards the ongoing repairs and restoration of the Priory building and the medieval glass windows. \nIn addition to the scheduled Saturday tours\, groups tours are available by prior arrangement on any day between 9am and 5pm as long as the Priory is not being used for another event. For these tours\, a small charge of £5 per person is made. Please visit the Friends of Malvern Priory website for more information and booking details.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/guided-tour-of-great-malvern-priory/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Priory\, WR14 2AY
CATEGORIES:Free,Malvern,Talk
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Great Malvern Station (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:Great Malvern is fortunate to have one of the best preserved stations in the country; it has recently benefited from a major refurbishment. \nGreat Malvern station was opened by the Worcester and Hereford Railway in 1860 and the present buildings\, by architect Edmund Wallace Elmslie\, were completed in 1862. The Midland Railway and the London and North Western Railway collaborated on the construction cost; the solicitor\, Samuel Carter\, was also solicitor to both of these major companies. It was later absorbed by the Great Western Railway. \nLocal landowner Lady Emily Foley was a key sponsor of the building of the station. She had a waiting room made for her exclusive use at Great Malvern Station. \nThe station celebrated its 150th birthday on 23 May 2010 with the unveiling of a plaque and a special train. An additional part of this celebration was the reinstatement of some of the highly decorated lighting columns around the cab road at the front of the station. \nPlease ensure that you book your free ticket in advance for this event\, either for Saturday or Wednesday\, on Ticketsource; visit the Heritage Open Days website for further details. \nTimings\nSaturday 12 September 2026: 2pm\nWednesday 16 September 2026: 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/guided-tour-of-great-malvern-station-heritage-open-days-2/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Station\, Malvern WR14 3AU
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Malvern,Talk
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SUMMARY:Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin and Dickens
DESCRIPTION:Legendary fantasy authors JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were frequent visitors to the Malvern Hills around the middle of the 20th century and the distinctive landscape may have inspired features of Middle Earth and Narnia\, like the Giant’s Cave from The Hobbit and the Victorian gas lamps from The Lion\, the Witch & the Wardrobe. \nA century earlier\, authors Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens visited Malvern for the Water Cure and most of the treatment centres and guest houses still remain. \nThe Malvern Hills Literary Loop starts at the Mr. Tumnus bench in Priory Park and heads up past Knotsford House where Dickens stayed to Lewis’s former school Cherbourg House before pausing at the Lewis Memorial in Rosebank Gardens and following the gas lamps up to St. Ann’s Well cafe. \nAfter admiring the views around North Hill\, the trail descends to Alexandra Rd where Lewis’s close friend & biographer George Sayer lived\, opposite the former home of composer Edward Elgar. \nThe loop then heads up past Montreal House where Darwin stayed during his daughter’s treatment and past Lewis & Tolkien’s favourite pub The Unicorn Inn before passing the Hobbit door and down to Malvern Priory to find Anne Darwin’s grave and potentially the original Narnian gas lamp. \nDates and booking\nThe walks are available on many dates\, often with the option of two start times on the same day. For more information\, including prices\, availability and to book. visit the Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin & Dickens page on Airbnb
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-hills-literary-loop-tolkien-lewis-darwin-and-dickens-4/2026-09-12/2/
CATEGORIES:History,Malvern,Talk,Walks
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SUMMARY:Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin and Dickens
DESCRIPTION:Legendary fantasy authors JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were frequent visitors to the Malvern Hills around the middle of the 20th century and the distinctive landscape may have inspired features of Middle Earth and Narnia\, like the Giant’s Cave from The Hobbit and the Victorian gas lamps from The Lion\, the Witch & the Wardrobe. \nA century earlier\, authors Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens visited Malvern for the Water Cure and most of the treatment centres and guest houses still remain. \nThe Malvern Hills Literary Loop starts at the Mr. Tumnus bench in Priory Park and heads up past Knotsford House where Dickens stayed to Lewis’s former school Cherbourg House before pausing at the Lewis Memorial in Rosebank Gardens and following the gas lamps up to St. Ann’s Well cafe. \nAfter admiring the views around North Hill\, the trail descends to Alexandra Rd where Lewis’s close friend & biographer George Sayer lived\, opposite the former home of composer Edward Elgar. \nThe loop then heads up past Montreal House where Darwin stayed during his daughter’s treatment and past Lewis & Tolkien’s favourite pub The Unicorn Inn before passing the Hobbit door and down to Malvern Priory to find Anne Darwin’s grave and potentially the original Narnian gas lamp. \nDates and booking\nThe walks are available on many dates\, often with the option of two start times on the same day. For more information\, including prices\, availability and to book. visit the Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin & Dickens page on Airbnb
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-hills-literary-loop-tolkien-lewis-darwin-and-dickens-4/2026-09-13/1/
CATEGORIES:History,Malvern,Talk,Walks
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SUMMARY:Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin and Dickens
DESCRIPTION:Legendary fantasy authors JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were frequent visitors to the Malvern Hills around the middle of the 20th century and the distinctive landscape may have inspired features of Middle Earth and Narnia\, like the Giant’s Cave from The Hobbit and the Victorian gas lamps from The Lion\, the Witch & the Wardrobe. \nA century earlier\, authors Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens visited Malvern for the Water Cure and most of the treatment centres and guest houses still remain. \nThe Malvern Hills Literary Loop starts at the Mr. Tumnus bench in Priory Park and heads up past Knotsford House where Dickens stayed to Lewis’s former school Cherbourg House before pausing at the Lewis Memorial in Rosebank Gardens and following the gas lamps up to St. Ann’s Well cafe. \nAfter admiring the views around North Hill\, the trail descends to Alexandra Rd where Lewis’s close friend & biographer George Sayer lived\, opposite the former home of composer Edward Elgar. \nThe loop then heads up past Montreal House where Darwin stayed during his daughter’s treatment and past Lewis & Tolkien’s favourite pub The Unicorn Inn before passing the Hobbit door and down to Malvern Priory to find Anne Darwin’s grave and potentially the original Narnian gas lamp. \nDates and booking\nThe walks are available on many dates\, often with the option of two start times on the same day. For more information\, including prices\, availability and to book. visit the Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin & Dickens page on Airbnb
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-hills-literary-loop-tolkien-lewis-darwin-and-dickens-4/2026-09-13/2/
CATEGORIES:History,Malvern,Talk,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T080000
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SUMMARY:National Trust Croome (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:The National Trust is offering free entry to Croome from Monday 14 September – Friday 18 September 2026 inclusive (9am – 5pm daily)\, including house and garden tours and a sneak peek inside the Panorama Tower (Wednesday only)\, which is usually closed to the public. Visitors to the tower will enjoy spectacular panoramic views across the surrounding countryside\, and will readily appreciate why James Wyatt chose this location to build the Panorama Tower for the 6th Earl of Coventry in 1801. \nMore details of all tours and events are available on the National Trust website. \nFor further information about the Heritage Open Days week\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nMonday 14 September 2026: 9am – 5pm\nTuesday 15 September 2026: 9am – 5pm\nWednesday 16 September 2026: 9am – 5pm\nThursday 17 September 2026: 9am – 5pm\nFriday 18 September 2026: 9am – 5pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/national-trust-croome-heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:Croome Park\, High Green\, Worcester\, Worcs\, WR8 9DW
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Talk,Upton upon Severn,Walks
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SUMMARY:Great Malvern Heritage Walk
DESCRIPTION:About the walk\nDiscover the rich heritage of one of England’s most charming spa towns\, famed for its invigorating Water Cure. \nJoin one of Malvern Civic Society’s volunteer guides to trace the town’s evolution\, from a 19th century spa destination\, to its role in World War II as an important centre for secret radar development. Along the way\, explore Victorian architecture\, Great Malvern Priory\, connections to composer Edward Elgar\, and sites celebrated through Malvern’s many blue plaques\, commemorating notable residents and visitors. \nWhether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident\, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Malvern’s cultural and historical legacy. \nDates and times\nThe 90-minute tours operate every Saturday and Monday from April 2026 to October 2026\, except 13 July and 12 September\, starting at 10.30am from Malvern Tourist Information Centre on Church Street (contact: 01684 892289). \nAll walks are subject to guide availability. \nTickets\nThe cost is £7 for adults; 14 – 16 year olds go free. \nTickets are available online via TicketSource or at the Malvern Tourist Information Centre. If Ticketsource shows ‘sold out’\, more tickets may be available. \nPlease book in advance to avoid disappointment. Ten places are available on each walk: four are available to book through Malvern Tourist Information Centre either in person or on 01684 892289; the other six are available to book online at Ticketsource (small booking fee applies online). Any tickets for a Saturday walk unsold online by noon on Friday\, or tickets for a Monday walk unsold online by 8am on Monday\, will become available to purchase through Malvern Tourist Information Centre during opening hours. Please note tickets for 14 – 16 year olds can be booked only through Malvern Tourist Information Centre (not online) \nPrivate group walks may be available – enquire directly to the TIC. \nAccessibility\nDue to the content of the tours and the hilly nature of Malvern\, these walks are not suitable for children under 14 years\, nor for anyone with mobility issues. \nDogs\nSorry – no dogs are allowed\, except assistance dogs. \nAlternative tour\nIn addition to the standard tour described above\, some guides offer a specialist tour\, by arrangement\, for those with a particular interest in the arts: “The Culture and The Cure”. This walk\, for pre-booked groups only (minimum group size may apply)\, explores Malvern’s cultural connections alongside the history of the town as a centre for the controversial Water Cure. Writers\, artists and musicians have been attracted to Malvern for over a hundred years – hear their stories plus how this small Worcestershire town became a major spa. For more details regarding this bespoke tour\, please contact the Malvern Tourist Information Centre in the first instance. \nReviews\nRead the many five-star reviews on the Trip Advisor page for Great Malvern Heritage Walks.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-town-walk-2-2-2/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Malvern Tourist Information Centre\, The Lyttelton Well Courtyard\, 6 Church Street\, Malvern\, Worcestershire\, WR14 2AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T100000
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SUMMARY:St John the Baptist\, Nash (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:In December 2025\, the National Lottery Heritage Fund made a delivery grant award of £561\,305 for the restoration of the tower\, spire and south nave roof at this lovely grade II-listed 14th century church. The building work started on 6 July 2026\, which makes the open day unique and special. \nThe organisers can offer three pre-booked ‘hard hat’ visits: 10am\, 11.30am and 2pm on Tuesday 15 September for small groups of up to 10 people. Because the work is in progress\, all visitors must be over 18. Refreshments will be available along with a free copies of the church history. \nPre-booking is essential by text or WhatsApp message to 07784 064383. Places are available on a first come\, first served basis. \nFor full details\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nTuesday 15 September 2026: 10am & 11.30am & 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/st-john-the-baptist-nash-heritage-open-days/2026-09-15/1/
LOCATION:St John the Baptist Church\, Nash\, Ludlow\, SY8 3DQ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Talk,Tenbury Wells
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T123000
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SUMMARY:St John the Baptist\, Nash (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:In December 2025\, the National Lottery Heritage Fund made a delivery grant award of £561\,305 for the restoration of the tower\, spire and south nave roof at this lovely grade II-listed 14th century church. The building work started on 6 July 2026\, which makes the open day unique and special. \nThe organisers can offer three pre-booked ‘hard hat’ visits: 10am\, 11.30am and 2pm on Tuesday 15 September for small groups of up to 10 people. Because the work is in progress\, all visitors must be over 18. Refreshments will be available along with a free copies of the church history. \nPre-booking is essential by text or WhatsApp message to 07784 064383. Places are available on a first come\, first served basis. \nFor full details\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nTuesday 15 September 2026: 10am & 11.30am & 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/st-john-the-baptist-nash-heritage-open-days/2026-09-15/2/
LOCATION:St John the Baptist Church\, Nash\, Ludlow\, SY8 3DQ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Talk,Tenbury Wells
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T143000
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SUMMARY:Great Malvern Priory - Architecture Special Tour (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:A half-hour tour of the Priory with a focus on the architecture and how it developed over the years. The tour is led by Peter Babb who is one of the Priory guides. \nThe Priory was begun in 1085 when a small group of Benedictine monks affiliated to Westminster Abbey were located in Malvern to be the stewards of the Royal Malvern Chase. \nIn the second half of the 15th century\, the building was extended to include wider aisles\, the chancel and a number of outstanding windows\, as well as a larger tower\, with similarities to the tower of Gloucester Cathedral. \nFor this event\, it is advisable to book online in advance. \nFor full details\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nTuesday 15 September 2026: 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/great-malvern-priory-architecture-special-tour-heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Priory\, WR14 2AY
CATEGORIES:Heritage Open Days,History,Malvern,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T150000
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SUMMARY:St John the Baptist\, Nash (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:In December 2025\, the National Lottery Heritage Fund made a delivery grant award of £561\,305 for the restoration of the tower\, spire and south nave roof at this lovely grade II-listed 14th century church. The building work started on 6 July 2026\, which makes the open day unique and special. \nThe organisers can offer three pre-booked ‘hard hat’ visits: 10am\, 11.30am and 2pm on Tuesday 15 September for small groups of up to 10 people. Because the work is in progress\, all visitors must be over 18. Refreshments will be available along with a free copies of the church history. \nPre-booking is essential by text or WhatsApp message to 07784 064383. Places are available on a first come\, first served basis. \nFor full details\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nTuesday 15 September 2026: 10am & 11.30am & 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/st-john-the-baptist-nash-heritage-open-days/2026-09-15/3/
LOCATION:St John the Baptist Church\, Nash\, Ludlow\, SY8 3DQ
CATEGORIES:Community,Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Talk,Tenbury Wells
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260915T210000
DTSTAMP:20260815T144809Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T144809Z
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SUMMARY:Civil War Talk (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:Tony Spicer will give a free evening talk about the Battle of Upton at The Tudor House Museum on Tuesday 15 September 2026 from 7pm – 9pm. \nThe Battle of Upton was fought on 28 August 1651 when a New Model Army detachment under the command of Colonel John Lambert made a surprise attack on Royalists defending the Severn crossing at Upton-upon-Severn\, 6 miles downstream of Worcester. In the action that followed\, the Royalist commander Major General Edward Massey was seriously wounded and the surviving Royalists were driven out of the town and north along the Worcester Road. \nThe successful attack allowed Parliamentary forces to approach Worcester from the west and was an important action in completing Cromwell’s investment of Worcester as a prelude to his assault and capture of the city. \nFor this event\, please ensure you book your free place in advance using the details on the Heritage Open Days website\, where you will also find more information about the event. \nTimings\nTuesday 15 September 2026: 7pm – 9pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/civil-war-talk-heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:Tudor House Museum\, 16 Church Street\, Upton upon Severn\, WR8 0HT
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Talk,Upton upon Severn
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260802T121343Z
CREATED:20260802T121343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T121343Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Tours at Croome 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover more about Croome’s history\, design\, plants and statues on a one-hour stroll in the garden with one of the National Trust’s knowledgeable volunteers. \nJoin one of the enthusiastic volunteers to find out more about the garden at Croome. Tours are held every Wednesday at 11am and every Thursday at 2pm from March to October. \nThe tour begins near reception and finishes at the house. \nEach tour lasts about 60 minutes and covers approximately one-and-a-half miles on hard surfaced paths in the garden. \nAll tours are subject to volunteer availability; if volunteers are not available\, guided tours may not go ahead. \nTours are free and booking is not needed\, but normal admission charges apply for the venue (free for NT members).
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/garden-tours-at-croome-2026/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Croome Park\, High Green\, Worcester\, Worcs\, WR8 9DW
CATEGORIES:Garden,Talk,Upton upon Severn,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260815T151214Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T151214Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Great Malvern Station (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:Great Malvern is fortunate to have one of the best preserved stations in the country; it has recently benefited from a major refurbishment. \nGreat Malvern station was opened by the Worcester and Hereford Railway in 1860 and the present buildings\, by architect Edmund Wallace Elmslie\, were completed in 1862. The Midland Railway and the London and North Western Railway collaborated on the construction cost; the solicitor\, Samuel Carter\, was also solicitor to both of these major companies. It was later absorbed by the Great Western Railway. \nLocal landowner Lady Emily Foley was a key sponsor of the building of the station. She had a waiting room made for her exclusive use at Great Malvern Station. \nThe station celebrated its 150th birthday on 23 May 2010 with the unveiling of a plaque and a special train. An additional part of this celebration was the reinstatement of some of the highly decorated lighting columns around the cab road at the front of the station. \nPlease ensure that you book your free ticket in advance for this event\, either for Saturday or Wednesday\, on Ticketsource; visit the Heritage Open Days website for further details. \nTimings\nSaturday 12 September 2026: 2pm\nWednesday 16 September 2026: 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/guided-tour-of-great-malvern-station-heritage-open-days-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Station\, Malvern WR14 3AU
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Malvern,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260210T145133Z
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SUMMARY:History of RAF Defford Walk
DESCRIPTION:A walk through Croome Park reveals the way in which RAF Defford changed the 18th century landscape created by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. Along the way\, there are tales of an extraordinary airfield waiting to be told. \nThis secret airbase was where Radar was installed in the aircraft of the Telecommunications Research Establishment (TRE) and tested and developed to help win the Second World War. Walking round the various points will allow the walker to gain an understanding of the scale of the operation. \nConducted by an RAF Defford Museum volunteer telling stories of the various sites around the airfield and the grounds\, the walk will last around 2 hours\, starting and finishing at the museum with the opportunity to visit the museum afterwards. \nNormal admission charges apply for Croome. \nThe guided walk costs £5 (booking essential) – visit the National Trust website to reserve your place \nDates in 2026\nWednesday 4 March\, 11am – 1pm\nThursday 16 April\, 11am – 1pm\nWednesday 13 May\, 11am – 1pm\nThursday 11 June\, 11am – 1pm\nWednesday 8 July\, 11am – 1pm\nThursday 6 August\, 11am – 1pm\nThursday 17 September\, 11am – 1pm\nWednesday 7 October\, 11am – 1pm\nThursday 5 November\, 11am – 1pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/history-of-raf-defford-walk-2/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Croome Park\, High Green\, Worcester\, Worcs\, WR8 9DW
CATEGORIES:Talk,Upton upon Severn,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T143000
DTSTAMP:20260815T162553Z
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SUMMARY:Great Malvern Priory - Medieval Tiles and Misericords Special Tour (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:A half-hour tour of the Priory with a focus on the medieval tiles and misericords. The tour is led by Faith Renger who is one of the Priory guides. \nThe Priory was begun in 1085 when a small group of Benedictine monks affiliated to Westminster Abbey were located in Malvern to be the stewards of the Royal Malvern Chase. \nIn the second half of the 15th century\, the building was extended to include wider aisles\, the chancel and a number of outstanding windows\, along with a larger tower. \nThe 15th century enhancement included a unique display of tiles made in the area and thirty monks’ stalls (misericords). \nFor this event\, it is advisable to book your free place online in advance. \nFor full event details\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nThursday 17 September 2026: 2pm
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/great-malvern-priory-medieval-tiles-and-misericords-special-tour-heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Priory\, WR14 2AY
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Malvern,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260802T121343Z
CREATED:20260802T121343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T121343Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Tours at Croome 2026
DESCRIPTION:Discover more about Croome’s history\, design\, plants and statues on a one-hour stroll in the garden with one of the National Trust’s knowledgeable volunteers. \nJoin one of the enthusiastic volunteers to find out more about the garden at Croome. Tours are held every Wednesday at 11am and every Thursday at 2pm from March to October. \nThe tour begins near reception and finishes at the house. \nEach tour lasts about 60 minutes and covers approximately one-and-a-half miles on hard surfaced paths in the garden. \nAll tours are subject to volunteer availability; if volunteers are not available\, guided tours may not go ahead. \nTours are free and booking is not needed\, but normal admission charges apply for the venue (free for NT members).
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/garden-tours-at-croome-2026/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Croome Park\, High Green\, Worcester\, Worcs\, WR8 9DW
CATEGORIES:Garden,Talk,Upton upon Severn,Walks
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260918T113000
DTSTAMP:20260821T113646Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T113646Z
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SUMMARY:Great Malvern Priory - Stained Glass Special Tour (Heritage Open Days)
DESCRIPTION:A half-hour tour of the Priory with a focus on the stained glass\, both mediaeval and modern. The tour is led by Katherine Little who is one of the Priory guides and an expert on the stained glass. \nThe Priory was begun in 1085 when a small group of Benedictine monks affiliated to Westminster Abbey were located in Malvern to be the stewards of the Royal Malvern Chase. \nIn the second half of the 15th century\, the building was extended to include wider aisles\, the chancel and a number of outstanding windows\, along with a larger tower. \nFor this event\, it is advisable to book online in advance. \nFor full event details\, visit the Heritage Open Days website. \nTimings\nFriday 18 September 2026: 11am
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/great-malvern-priory-stained-glass-special-tour-heritage-open-days/
LOCATION:Great Malvern Priory\, WR14 2AY
CATEGORIES:Free,Heritage Open Days,History,Malvern,Talk
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SUMMARY:Talk: Powick in the English Civil War
DESCRIPTION:Howard Robinson\, a direct descendent of Oliver Cromwell\, presents a talk about the English Civil War entitled ‘Powick: Where England’s troubles began and were happily ended’. \nEntry to the talk is free and refreshments will be available. \nDonations are welcomed towards the Powick Church Unlocked Project.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/talk-powick-in-the-english-civil-war/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Church (Powick)\, Upton Road\, Powick\, WR2 4QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Free,History,Talk
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SUMMARY:An Audience with Brian Blessed
DESCRIPTION:Brian Blessed has spent decades captivating audiences across film\, television\, theatre\, and beyond. \nExpect an evening bursting with: \nExtraordinary behind-the-scenes stories from film\, TV\, and theatre \nTales of adventure\, exploration\, and survival \nBrian’s trademark booming humour and unstoppable energy
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/an-audience-with-brian-blessed/
LOCATION:Regal Tenbury Wells\, 49 Teme Street\, Tenbury Wells WR15 8AE
CATEGORIES:Talk,Tenbury Wells
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SUMMARY:Great Malvern Heritage Walk
DESCRIPTION:About the walk\nDiscover the rich heritage of one of England’s most charming spa towns\, famed for its invigorating Water Cure. \nJoin one of Malvern Civic Society’s volunteer guides to trace the town’s evolution\, from a 19th century spa destination\, to its role in World War II as an important centre for secret radar development. Along the way\, explore Victorian architecture\, Great Malvern Priory\, connections to composer Edward Elgar\, and sites celebrated through Malvern’s many blue plaques\, commemorating notable residents and visitors. \nWhether you’re a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident\, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for Malvern’s cultural and historical legacy. \nDates and times\nThe 90-minute tours operate every Saturday and Monday from April 2026 to October 2026\, except 13 July and 12 September\, starting at 10.30am from Malvern Tourist Information Centre on Church Street (contact: 01684 892289). \nAll walks are subject to guide availability. \nTickets\nThe cost is £7 for adults; 14 – 16 year olds go free. \nTickets are available online via TicketSource or at the Malvern Tourist Information Centre. If Ticketsource shows ‘sold out’\, more tickets may be available. \nPlease book in advance to avoid disappointment. Ten places are available on each walk: four are available to book through Malvern Tourist Information Centre either in person or on 01684 892289; the other six are available to book online at Ticketsource (small booking fee applies online). Any tickets for a Saturday walk unsold online by noon on Friday\, or tickets for a Monday walk unsold online by 8am on Monday\, will become available to purchase through Malvern Tourist Information Centre during opening hours. Please note tickets for 14 – 16 year olds can be booked only through Malvern Tourist Information Centre (not online) \nPrivate group walks may be available – enquire directly to the TIC. \nAccessibility\nDue to the content of the tours and the hilly nature of Malvern\, these walks are not suitable for children under 14 years\, nor for anyone with mobility issues. \nDogs\nSorry – no dogs are allowed\, except assistance dogs. \nAlternative tour\nIn addition to the standard tour described above\, some guides offer a specialist tour\, by arrangement\, for those with a particular interest in the arts: “The Culture and The Cure”. This walk\, for pre-booked groups only (minimum group size may apply)\, explores Malvern’s cultural connections alongside the history of the town as a centre for the controversial Water Cure. Writers\, artists and musicians have been attracted to Malvern for over a hundred years – hear their stories plus how this small Worcestershire town became a major spa. For more details regarding this bespoke tour\, please contact the Malvern Tourist Information Centre in the first instance. \nReviews\nRead the many five-star reviews on the Trip Advisor page for Great Malvern Heritage Walks.
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-town-walk-2-2-2/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Malvern Tourist Information Centre\, The Lyttelton Well Courtyard\, 6 Church Street\, Malvern\, Worcestershire\, WR14 2AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Talk,Walks
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SUMMARY:Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin and Dickens
DESCRIPTION:Legendary fantasy authors JRR Tolkien and CS Lewis were frequent visitors to the Malvern Hills around the middle of the 20th century and the distinctive landscape may have inspired features of Middle Earth and Narnia\, like the Giant’s Cave from The Hobbit and the Victorian gas lamps from The Lion\, the Witch & the Wardrobe. \nA century earlier\, authors Charles Darwin and Charles Dickens visited Malvern for the Water Cure and most of the treatment centres and guest houses still remain. \nThe Malvern Hills Literary Loop starts at the Mr. Tumnus bench in Priory Park and heads up past Knotsford House where Dickens stayed to Lewis’s former school Cherbourg House before pausing at the Lewis Memorial in Rosebank Gardens and following the gas lamps up to St. Ann’s Well cafe. \nAfter admiring the views around North Hill\, the trail descends to Alexandra Rd where Lewis’s close friend & biographer George Sayer lived\, opposite the former home of composer Edward Elgar. \nThe loop then heads up past Montreal House where Darwin stayed during his daughter’s treatment and past Lewis & Tolkien’s favourite pub The Unicorn Inn before passing the Hobbit door and down to Malvern Priory to find Anne Darwin’s grave and potentially the original Narnian gas lamp. \nDates and booking\nThe walks are available on many dates\, often with the option of two start times on the same day. For more information\, including prices\, availability and to book. visit the Malvern Hills Literary Loop: Tolkien\, Lewis\, Darwin & Dickens page on Airbnb
URL:https://www.visitthemalverns.org/event/malvern-hills-literary-loop-tolkien-lewis-darwin-and-dickens-4/2026-09-19/1/
CATEGORIES:History,Malvern,Talk,Walks
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