EXPLORE OUR HISTORIC WORCESTER
Worcester played a decisive role in the English
Civil War and the Battle of Worcester changed
the way that Great Britain was governed,
creating the democracy we enjoy today.
Discover the clash of Royalist and Parliamentarian
beliefs in an interactive exhibition at The
Commandery, the Royalist headquarters
during the Battle of Worcester in 1651.
Imagine daily life as a militia soldier 300 miles
from home, see weapons straight from the
battlefield, uncover the secrets of battle strategy
and come face-to-face with Oliver Cromwell.Take a walking tour through the city,
exploring the Worcester Story and following
in the steps of Cromwell and Charles II.Magnificent views of what would have been the
battlefields can be seen from the top of the
tower at Worcester Cathedral. Charles II plotted
his battle strategy from here before escaping
from Cromwell through the streets of the city.Plan your day at
visitworcester.co.uk/civilwar