Pages from Nature: Walk through the Pleasure Grounds
Purchase a booklet inspired by the 1824 guidebook to Croome, the Hortus Croomensis, to explore the garden. Discover the history behind the landscape design; take time to sketch in the…
Purchase a booklet inspired by the 1824 guidebook to Croome, the Hortus Croomensis, to explore the garden. Discover the history behind the landscape design; take time to sketch in the…
'A year on the Malverns' - April’s window at Malvern Hills Gallery showcases photographs of the Malvern Hills in all seasons. Local photographer Alison Winters has lived in Malvern for…
Open Monday 28 April - Sunday 4 May 2025 (Monday from 12pm - 4pm, Tuesday - Sunday from 10am - 4pm) An eclectic and dynamic selection of paintings by West…
Cost Adults: £7 (plus small booking fee online; no booking fee if booking direct in person or on 01684 892289) Carers and children under 14: Free About the walk Why…
A poignant dramedy, The Penguin Lessons follows an Englishman's personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history. From Director Peter Cattaneo and…
Head to the local Country Market in Tenbury Wells for homemade, home grown and home produced goodies. The market takes place every Tuesday from 9am - 12pm (except closed 3…
A poignant dramedy, The Penguin Lessons follows an Englishman's personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history. From Director Peter Cattaneo and…
A warm welcome awaits you at 'Soup and Sing' at The Ascension Hall, Somers Park Avenue, Malvern. A calm, friendly, inclusive space to sit together for home-made soup followed by…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Please note: this event was originally scheduled for 6 March, but will now take place on 1 May 2025 Malvern Town Council has organised a number of charity talks and…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Friday 2 May - Monday 5 May 2025 Concerts, Ceilidhs, Lots of Morris Sides, Stalls by the water front, Huge Sunday Procession, Folk Clubs, Music and Song Sessions, Musical Meander,…
Exhibition runs from Friday 2 May - Monday 5 May 2025 and is open from 10am - 5pm daily Artstrands - a group of ten Malvern Hills-based artists working across…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Five acres including a two-acre vineyard, listed farmhouse, threshing barn and cider mill. Garden features terraces, wildflower meadow, woodland with massed spring bulbs, large pond with wildlife, stream garden with…
Challenge yourself by running either 23, 31, 38, & 47 miles of the Worcestershire Way. The total ascent of the 47 mile race is over 2,900 metres. The start time,…
Everyone is welcome at Great Malvern Priory for refreshments, children’s craft activities and music. Tour guides will also be available, as well as Tower Tours hourly from 11am - 3pm…
The Malvern Water and Well Dressing Festival is set to return better than ever for 2025. The popular festival, which will be held from 3 – 11 May 2025, will…
This weekend sees the first of our three National meetings where we will be hosting competitors from the Midland Hill Climb Championship culminating with our first Top 12 Run Offs…
Top Barn's Big Weekend is nearly here! We’re delighted to invite you to our Farm Park near Worcester for an exciting family-fun event this Spring! Top Barn’s Big Weekend is…
Several teams of arrangers have got together and planned a special floral tribute to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Parking, toilets and cream teas are available at St…
A very popular annual event to raise money for Hanley churches, running over three days from Saturday 3 - Monday 5 May 2025 (open 12pm - 5pm daily). This is…
Meet at St Ann's Well at 4.45am to walk up to Dripping Well for ceremony with Jonathan Penley.
Can you take on the challenge of walking either 18km or 9km over the Malvern Hills? We are back for another year with the Mayor's Peak Challenge in aid of…
Reverend Becky Elliot, of Holy Trinity (North Malvern) and St James's (West Malvern), will conduct a blessing at 8.30am on Saturday 3 May, which is the first day of the…
The return of Eastnor's popular Chilli Festival celebrating everything hot! Sunday 4 May and Monday 5 May 10:30am-5:30pm Stalls selling everything to do with chilli plus hot food, cocktails, beer…
There will be a range of local, ethical and sustainable businesses selling products such as art, gifts, food, fresh produce, jewellery, homewares, clothing, plants, dog treats & gifts, plus more…
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…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
The 2025 Water Festival Family Fun Day and Well Dressing Prize Giving event will take place on Bank Holiday Monday (May Day) with a combination of fun family activities, live…
After a highly successful debut in 2024, 'The Spirit of Malvern' En Plein Air Painting Competition for semi-professional and professional artists returns in 2025. Offering a main prize of £1100,…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Overlooked by the Malvern Hills, this dual-level garden features mature horse chestnuts, western red cedars, wildlife pond, small wildflower meadow, shady woodland area, cottage garden, Japanese garden and rockeries, as…
Head to the local Country Market in Tenbury Wells for homemade, home grown and home produced goodies. The market takes place every Tuesday from 9am - 12pm (except closed 3…
Aetheria Gallery and Studio is a contemporary art gallery in the centre of Great Malvern, dedicated to showcasing the work of local artists. With a focus on nature, fantasy, and…
In 2025, Malvern Spa Association is again organising minibus tours that will give customers the chance to see the best-dressed wells, which this year are inspired by the theme 'folklore…
Hellensmusic, held in the Great Barn at Hellens as well as the local church and pub in the village of Much Marcle, is a classical music festival that strives to…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
A woodland garden with stunning panoramic views of the Clee Hills and the beautiful Teme Valley. Mature trees including azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons, as well as wildlife ponds and wildflower…
A fantastic four-day event (Thursday 8 - Sunday 11 May 2025) of everything gardens and plant related. Floral marquee Show gardens Talks Food and drink Shopping For gardening enthusiasts, the…
One-and-a-half-acre garden attached to Old Court Nurseries west of Malvern Hills. Bulbs and a multitude of woodland plants in spring. Interesting perennials and shrubs in August. In late September and…
A poignant dramedy, The Penguin Lessons follows an Englishman's personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history. From Director Peter Cattaneo and…
Join us for an exclusive look behind the scenes of Great Malvern Cemetery with Malvern Town Council’s Operations Manager on 8 May 2025. Both tours will provide an overview of…
The Members’ Day is a very special chance to experience Shelsley Walsh in a relaxed, controlled and fun atmosphere. We welcome you to drive your own road-legal car up the…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Join the 41st annual Malvern Hills Walk to raise money for St Richard's Hospice! Choose from three routes — 2 miles, 5 miles, or 11 miles — and savour a…
Come along for a day of shared celebrations as Malvern Town Council celebrates VE day on 10 May 2025 from 10am - 5pm at the Park View Community Room and…
Shelsley Water Mill will be open to visitors between 10am and 4pm on both Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May 2025. Admission is free and there is lots of parking…
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…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Cost Adults: £7 (plus small booking fee online; no booking fee if booking direct in person or on 01684 892289) Carers and children under 14: Free About the walk Why…
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…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Fresh food and drink from local producers, and a variety of handmade craft stalls. Market takes place on the 2nd Sunday of month from 10.30am - 1.30pm in the riverside…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Improve your fitness and wellbeing with Croome's guided health walks in the parkland all year round. The trained volunteer walk leaders will offer a choice of 30, 60 or 90…
Cost Adults: £7 (plus small booking fee online; no booking fee if booking direct in person or on 01684 892289) Carers and children under 14: Free About the walk Why…
Whatever your previous speed eventing experience, the school will give you a great day out! The instructors are all highly experienced competitors who know how to enjoy their sport. Let…
Head to the local Country Market in Tenbury Wells for homemade, home grown and home produced goodies. The market takes place every Tuesday from 9am - 12pm (except closed 3…
When New York novelist and writing teacher, Iris's closest friend and mentor dies unexpectedly, she finds herself becoming the caretaker of both his literary legacy and his beloved Great Dane,…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
A woodland garden with stunning panoramic views of the Clee Hills and the beautiful Teme Valley. Mature trees including azaleas, camellias and rhododendrons, as well as wildlife ponds and wildflower…
The UK’s No. 1 patchwork and quilting event, featuring: An open competitive quilt show with entries invited from all abilities Feature quilt displays from well-known quilters and textile artists A…
Gardens of moated stately home (house not open, but does open for booked guided tours on selected dates) mainly laid out in 1865, based on three avenues of oak, cedar…
The celebrated broadcaster and filmmaker, David Attenborough takes viewers on a breath-taking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder or surprise, than…
When New York novelist and writing teacher, Iris's closest friend and mentor dies unexpectedly, she finds herself becoming the caretaker of both his literary legacy and his beloved Great Dane,…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Irish-born bassoonist Carl Roewer is currently studying for his bachelor’s degree with Professor Henrik Rabien at the Hochschule für Musik in Freiburg, south-west Germany. Beginning his studies at the MTU…
Nigel Kennedy (violin/director) alongside the Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra Programme Nigel Kennedy Dla Jarka Nigel Kennedy Melody In The Wind Nigel Kennedy Fallen Forest Nigel Kennedy Solitude Nigel Kennedy Gibb It…
LRM Live is the ultimate Land Rover Big Weekender – a unique two-day experience that the whole family will love. Set in the wonderfully picturesque Malvern Three Counties showground, camp…
Discover a wide selection of local food and drink with unique flavours, ingredients and ideas. Gather your fresh essentials, buy seasonal produce and look out for a few tasty surprises.…
The Fold hosts Secondhand Saturdays throughout most of the year (February - November inclusive) on the third Saturday of the month from 10am - 1pm. Come along to sell your…
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…
RISE is Malvern's inaugural yoga and wellbeing festival, at which you'll be guided with heartfelt offerings for a day of connection, community, awareness and love. It's time for you to…
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…
Aetheria Gallery and Studio is a contemporary art gallery in the centre of Great Malvern, dedicated to showcasing the work of local artists. With a focus on nature, fantasy, and…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Cost Adults: £7 (plus small booking fee online; no booking fee if booking direct in person or on 01684 892289) Carers and children under 14: Free About the walk Why…
19 Winnington Gardens in Hanley Swan is a small wildlife-friendly garden, planted in a series of garden rooms, offering year-round interest from daffodils to dahlias. There is a redesigned green…
Head to the local Country Market in Tenbury Wells for homemade, home grown and home produced goodies. The market takes place every Tuesday from 9am - 12pm (except closed 3…
A warm welcome awaits you at 'Soup and Sing' at The Ascension Hall, Somers Park Avenue, Malvern. A calm, friendly, inclusive space to sit together for home-made soup followed by…
Part of Little Malvern Priory's celebration year festivities The Reverend Stephen Sealy, vicar of Little Malvern Priory, will explore practical approaches and insightful methods for reading the bible. He will…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Tilted Wig and MAST Mayflower Studios present Spitfire Girls by Katherine Senior, a play inspired by remarkable true events. “It’s built for us, isn’t it? The Spitfire. Built for women.”…
The ultimate family-friendly VW festival celebrates its 10th anniversary show with a move to a beautiful new venue, Severn End near Upton upon Severn. The jam-packed 2025 event includes: Workshops…
Sensuous contemporary ballet combines with the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works (including three new productions). Fool’s Paradise, The Two of Us, Us, An American in Paris:…
Tilted Wig and MAST Mayflower Studios present Spitfire Girls by Katherine Senior, a play inspired by remarkable true events. “It’s built for us, isn’t it? The Spitfire. Built for women.”…
Chris Ingham Trio Chris Ingham piano George Double drums Malcolm Creese double bass Beloved comic actor Dudley Moore (1935 - 2002) was also a dazzling jazz pianist and a composer…
The gardens at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, are starting to bloom with blossom from our flowers and fruit trees. Why not join us in celebrating the arrival…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
Madresfield Court, situated within the Madresfield Estate at the foot of the Malvern Hills, is a moated stately home that has been in the Lygon family for over 900 years…
The iconic Elgar Festival returns to The Malverns with a series of concerts at Great Malvern Priory and events at The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace Museum and Visitor Centre. Further Elgar Festival events take place in Worcester City...
Malvern's annual walking festival returns, running from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 1 June 2025, for 9 days of themed and guided walks on and around the Malvern Hills. As…
Each day we meet & park at the end of the route, and take a mini-bus to the start point of the walk. Each day can be booked separately but…
Starting at Pershore Abbey we walk to Pershore Bridge and then to the picturesque village of Great Comberton, nestled below Bredon Hill. We walk to the River Avon at Nafford,…
An exploration of routes off the beaten track, on and around the Herefordshire Beacon and nearby hills. From historic Little Malvern Priory with its Benedictine heritage, we follow the contour…
The walk starts in Hartlebury Common (free) Car Park. We cross the main road and head along the lane to join the disused railway line. We follow the line along…
Sunday 25 & Monday 26 May 10:30am-5:30pm A nostalgic family day out. Steam engines, vintage cars, giant garden games, model steam engine riders, vintage fair ground rides, nostalgic dance workshops…
A circular walk taking in a central section of the Malvern Hills and returning through rolling Herefordshire countryside. We will visit the Worcestershire Beacon and the medieval churches at Cradley…
A varied circular walk, around the beautiful Hanbury countryside, combining canal-side, hedge-lined fields, historic buildings and parkland. Pretty flat with no stiles to cross. One gradual climb, two shorter, steeper,…
This walk takes you through three of the most picturesque villages in the Cotswolds (Broadway, Snowshill and Stanton) with splendid views over hilltops, down valleys and through shaded woods. The…
Malvern Flea and Collectors Fair is the largest flea fair in the UK, held ten times a year at the Three Counties Showground, Malvern. The hundreds of stalls across the…
Meet at Black Hill Car Park (WR13 6DW), behind the Malvern Hills Hotel. Recital at St Wulstan’s Church, The Priest's House, Wells Road, Little Malvern WR14 4JL. What better way…
Our walk commences at the British Camp car park gathering at the lower right. We progress to the Hill Fort summit with panoramic views of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Severn Valley.…
This challenging walk is approximately 10 miles each way, around 7000 ft of elevation with many hills to ascend/descend. It is strenuous but rewarding and you will enjoy great camaraderie…
Head to the local Country Market in Tenbury Wells for homemade, home grown and home produced goodies. The market takes place every Tuesday from 9am - 12pm (except closed 3…
Join Shinrin-Yoku practitioner, Kirsty, for a ‘New Moon’ mindfulness walk that will provide an introduction to the practice of Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing). This walk will start and finish at the…
The walk starts and finishes at North Malvern Quarry car park. There are sections of steep ascent and descent, and some section are rocky and require scrambling. The route takes…
An energetic walk over the hills from Great Malvern stopping at various refreshment points along the way to enjoy local hospitality. The walk takes us up past St Ann’s Well,…
The walk starts from Ledbury Railway station and follows the road initially through the main street of Ledbury then turning left up to the church (toilets available here). Within a…
Starting from Clifton-upon-Teme, we’ll be passing through the Shelselys to enjoy the most beautiful parts of the lower Teme Valley on the Herefordshire/Worcestershire border, equidistant from Tenbury Wells, Bromyard and…
A unique opportunity to watch Anthony Cheng’s film, Hidden Music: Ian Venables in the inspiring surroundings of Elgar’s Birthplace, The Firs. The screening will be preceded by a performance of…
Join a well-known experienced local farmer and raconteur on a highly varied local walk, passing through 7 different farms and beautiful countryside, with great views of the Malvern Hills. Apart…
We start with a short train ride from Colwall to Ledbury. From Ledbury station, we pass through the attractive Herefordshire town of Ledbury with its 17th century market hall, originally…
Symonds Yat Rock is one of the iconic features of the Forest of Dean, a striking view point over a great crook of the River Wye and the starting point…
From the Railway Inn we will proceed along the side of the hills to Black Hill. We will then turn north towards Pinnacle Hill (357 metres), over Jubilee Hill, Perseverance…
The kit car industry's main show of the year This is the UK’s longest running kit car show which offers you a unique opportunity to see more kit cars in…
A walk that encompasses two Hillforts (British Camp and Midsummer Hill) with glorious views of the surrounding countryside. The walk leader is a landscape archaeologist who will describe the history,…
A regular food market and cafe, also offering plant and craft stalls. The market takes place on the last Saturday of the month, excluding August and December, running from 9.30am…
This scenic walk starts from the car park from where we walk up North Malvern Road to join the Worcestershire Way, turning westwards to Storridge, up Whitman’s Hill and down…