Guidebook for Stratford house, Upton Snodsbury
Food Scene
The Twisted Spoon
A short walk.
Great cakes & coffee in relaxed atmosphere - see photos
Great Thai food, massive menu,
Good atmosphere and Takeaway available (not delivery),
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Thai Legend Restaurant
62 High StreetGreat Thai food, massive menu,
Good atmosphere and Takeaway available (not delivery),
Great Italian food and cool interior; close to Worcester City Centre
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Benedicto's Italian Restaurant
34 SidburyGreat Italian food and cool interior; close to Worcester City Centre
Great Pub food in great country pub. Short drive.
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The Swan at Whittington
Old Road NorthGreat Pub food in great country pub. Short drive.
Great country pub within short walking distance.
Blazing log fires in Winter; garden / terrace in Summer
Great ales.
Good pub food (better than "pub grub", not quite restaurant).
Cooked breakfasts. Fish and Chips cooked to order (not a "Chippy").
Friendly service
Oak Inn
Worcester RoadGreat country pub within short walking distance.
Blazing log fires in Winter; garden / terrace in Summer
Great ales.
Good pub food (better than "pub grub", not quite restaurant).
Cooked breakfasts. Fish and Chips cooked to order (not a "Chippy").
Friendly service
Famous for their great value Carvery (book ahead!)
Walkable from house.
Nice ordinary Country pub that focuses on doing one thing really well.
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The March Hare Inn
Famous for their great value Carvery (book ahead!)
Walkable from house.
Nice ordinary Country pub that focuses on doing one thing really well.
RECOMMENDED
Award winning and featured in Times
Great country pub with ales and fine dining.
Beautiful building and gardens
They say
"The Bell Inn - Welford-on-Avon has been named as the best dining pub in Warwickshire 2019. (Five years running)"
"Deep in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside, The Bell Inn is an outstanding 17th century inn, complete with exposed beams, flagstone floors, oak furniture, open fireplaces…and a warm welcome. "
"According to local history, William Shakespeare was on his way back to Stratford upon Avon in the rain after meeting Drayton and Ben Jonson for a drink at The Bell in Welford, when he contracted fatal pneumonia! "
Tel: 01789 750353
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The Bell Inn
Binton RoadRECOMMENDED
Award winning and featured in Times
Great country pub with ales and fine dining.
Beautiful building and gardens
They say
"The Bell Inn - Welford-on-Avon has been named as the best dining pub in Warwickshire 2019. (Five years running)"
"Deep in the heart of the Warwickshire countryside, The Bell Inn is an outstanding 17th century inn, complete with exposed beams, flagstone floors, oak furniture, open fireplaces…and a warm welcome. "
"According to local history, William Shakespeare was on his way back to Stratford upon Avon in the rain after meeting Drayton and Ben Jonson for a drink at The Bell in Welford, when he contracted fatal pneumonia! "
Tel: 01789 750353
Tables outside in sheltered location; good mid-level food, value and themed interior décor. Good service. Good people watching as located in thoroughfare.
Bill’s Worcester Restaurant
8-9 Chapel WalkTables outside in sheltered location; good mid-level food, value and themed interior décor. Good service. Good people watching as located in thoroughfare.
It's a Cosy Club! Generally good value, eclectic interior, middle of the road food and coffee / wine as well as food.
Great fast casual.
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Cosy Club
High StreetIt's a Cosy Club! Generally good value, eclectic interior, middle of the road food and coffee / wine as well as food.
Great fast casual.
YO! Sushi
8 High StSushi is great and conveyor belt is still fun. Located centrally near Cathedral.
RECOMMENDED
Excellent value for money, white tablecloths, great service French cuisine, but not stuffy.
Classy, doesn't cost the earth. Central and close to Cathedral - def one of my favourites.
Côte Brasserie - Worcester
100-101 High StRECOMMENDED
Excellent value for money, white tablecloths, great service French cuisine, but not stuffy.
Classy, doesn't cost the earth. Central and close to Cathedral - def one of my favourites.
Cool place by river. Good food, outside seating. Classy.
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Browns at the Quay
24 Quay StCool place by river. Good food, outside seating. Classy.
Lovely building, great pizza, central, good service / value.
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Zizzi
106 High StLovely building, great pizza, central, good service / value.
Not been in this one because fairly new, but in general chain offers ambience, class, steaks and good food if a little pricey.
Miller & Carter Worcester
Not been in this one because fairly new, but in general chain offers ambience, class, steaks and good food if a little pricey.
Contemporary feel dining and modern twist on old building. Great glazed room at the back for larger parties - well worth checking out if you want a meal in a more private space.
I like this place, but it's been a while so please check reviews.
Primo Bar and Dining
55 SidburyContemporary feel dining and modern twist on old building. Great glazed room at the back for larger parties - well worth checking out if you want a meal in a more private space.
I like this place, but it's been a while so please check reviews.
Thai, good location and décor, relaxed. good value for money & nice place in evening.
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Siam Smile
12 Suffolk RdThai, good location and décor, relaxed. good value for money & nice place in evening.
Not eaten here for ages, used to be great. Noticed Trip Advisor dropped off slightly, so do your own research as this is higher end and wouldn't want to disappoint.
"Belle House has become a renowned ‘foodie’ destination on the main street of the market town of Pershore over the last 12 years.
A former Fire Station, Belle House is now a fine dining 80 seater Restaurant with private dining and a Traiteur – Deli selling a large variety of delicious products home-made in the Belle House kitchen for you to enjoy at home - Kitchen to Table."
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Belle House
5A Bridge StNot eaten here for ages, used to be great. Noticed Trip Advisor dropped off slightly, so do your own research as this is higher end and wouldn't want to disappoint.
"Belle House has become a renowned ‘foodie’ destination on the main street of the market town of Pershore over the last 12 years.
A former Fire Station, Belle House is now a fine dining 80 seater Restaurant with private dining and a Traiteur – Deli selling a large variety of delicious products home-made in the Belle House kitchen for you to enjoy at home - Kitchen to Table."
Lovely old pub / restaurant in heart of Warwick. Great after the castle. Classic country pub feel; wonderful!
The Warwick Arms Hotel
17 High StLovely old pub / restaurant in heart of Warwick. Great after the castle. Classic country pub feel; wonderful!
Because of the grandeur.
And because you'll want to wander around glorious Cotswold stone town of Broadway and that makes for a thirst.
Prices are high and what you get ok, but the hotel is a wonderful location for lunch or if you're cheap like me; a coffee or glass of wine.
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The Lygon Arms
High StreetBecause of the grandeur.
And because you'll want to wander around glorious Cotswold stone town of Broadway and that makes for a thirst.
Prices are high and what you get ok, but the hotel is a wonderful location for lunch or if you're cheap like me; a coffee or glass of wine.
Lovely interior; wonderful Cotswold village to explore. High end Indian food. Check opening times during day as only been in evening. Was great.
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The Broadway Indian Restuarant
Lovely interior; wonderful Cotswold village to explore. High end Indian food. Check opening times during day as only been in evening. Was great.
Really great locally produced quality food - deli / organic / veg etc. Extensive and very high quality closeby the house.
Not cheap but great vfm. Also great gardens / garden centre and café. Ride on model railway in Summer.
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Hillers Farm Shop
Really great locally produced quality food - deli / organic / veg etc. Extensive and very high quality closeby the house.
Not cheap but great vfm. Also great gardens / garden centre and café. Ride on model railway in Summer.
Pub / restaurant. Lovely gardens in summer, cosy country pub in winter. Excellent food. Great breakfasts.
The Bell - Restaurant with rooms
Pub / restaurant. Lovely gardens in summer, cosy country pub in winter. Excellent food. Great breakfasts.
No nonsense family Harvester - standard pub grub with those refillable salad bowls that make you feel good about eating fried food in quite a nice pub & fairly close.
Great if you're on a budget with kids.
The Timberdine
Broomhall LaneNo nonsense family Harvester - standard pub grub with those refillable salad bowls that make you feel good about eating fried food in quite a nice pub & fairly close.
Great if you're on a budget with kids.
I say: Been a few times - always good.
Intimate dining in evening; good food during day.
Not the cheapest but it's qua;lity on authentic surroundings.
They say "Cosy restaurant, with eclectic dining and modern seating, in a 16th-century house with wood beams."
Tel: 01789 292554
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Lambs
12 Sheep StI say: Been a few times - always good.
Intimate dining in evening; good food during day.
Not the cheapest but it's qua;lity on authentic surroundings.
They say "Cosy restaurant, with eclectic dining and modern seating, in a 16th-century house with wood beams."
Tel: 01789 292554
RECOMMENDED
Great views over the river and town, outside dining, the history of the RSC Theatre and the cocktail bar / afternoon teas to die for.
Just go into RSC and look for elevator.
Honestly, don't miss it.
Tel 01789 403449
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Rooftop Restaurant and Bar - Royal Shakespeare Company
WatersideRECOMMENDED
Great views over the river and town, outside dining, the history of the RSC Theatre and the cocktail bar / afternoon teas to die for.
Just go into RSC and look for elevator.
Honestly, don't miss it.
Tel 01789 403449
The Globe
12 Broad StParks & Nature
The Park
Children's Play Area
Hamba uye ku-Broadway Tower
Middle HillGreat views across Cotswolds
National Trust Property with walks and historic interest
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Croome Court
National Trust Property with walks and historic interest
Wonderful walks and view across Three Counties
Visible from bedroom 3.
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Malvern Hills
Wonderful walks and view across Three Counties
Visible from bedroom 3.
Gardens, Plant Sales, Historic Re-enactments, events
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Spetchley Park Gardens
Gardens, Plant Sales, Historic Re-enactments, events
National Trust property - beautiful walks & gardens
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National Trust Snowshill Manor neGardens
National Trust property - beautiful walks & gardens
Wonderful National Trust property - check opening times.
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National Trust - Hidcote
Wonderful National Trust property - check opening times.
Large park & gardens with frequent events. Adventure play.
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Ragley Hall, Park & Gardens
Large park & gardens with frequent events. Adventure play.
National Trust - Baddesley Clinton
Rising LaneNT property
Elegant restored 18th Century mansion
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National Trust Hanbury Hall nezihlahla
School RoadElegant restored 18th Century mansion
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Quintessentially English sandstone villages, each with it's own character and unique shops, pubs and tea shops to explore.
Real class.
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Cotswold District
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Quintessentially English sandstone villages, each with it's own character and unique shops, pubs and tea shops to explore.
Real class.
Because not everyone loves Shakespeare all day - great for kids and adults alike.
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I-Stratford Butterfly Farm
Because not everyone loves Shakespeare all day - great for kids and adults alike.
Educational venue holding 50 collections of British rare breed animals, with games and activities.
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Cotswold Farm Park
Educational venue holding 50 collections of British rare breed animals, with games and activities.
Family-friendly venue with 160-acre parkland for getting up close with more than 260 animal species. Great for a half day visit with little ones
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I-Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens
Family-friendly venue with 160-acre parkland for getting up close with more than 260 animal species. Great for a half day visit with little ones
Landscaped park with 150-acre safari and other animals, plus theme park, discovery trail and events.
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West Midland Safari Park
Spring GroveLandscaped park with 150-acre safari and other animals, plus theme park, discovery trail and events.
Large adventure playground with 12 rides based on Thomas the Tank Engine, indoor play, zoo and parklands. Great for day out with kids and adults. Some good thrill rides too.
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Drayton Manor Theme Park
Drayton Manor DriveLarge adventure playground with 12 rides based on Thomas the Tank Engine, indoor play, zoo and parklands. Great for day out with kids and adults. Some good thrill rides too.
Not the most natural place for the National Sealife Centre, but at least the put it in by the Canal!
Great wet day place for families - will keep nature-curious adults and kids happy.
They say"Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages)."
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National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
Brindley PlaceNot the most natural place for the National Sealife Centre, but at least the put it in by the Canal!
Great wet day place for families - will keep nature-curious adults and kids happy.
They say"Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages)."
Not been but heard good things...
They say "Small zoo with focus on endangered species, conservation and captive breeding. "
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Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park
Pershore RoadNot been but heard good things...
They say "Small zoo with focus on endangered species, conservation and captive breeding. "
Habberley Trail
Low HabberleyNot been, but looks great for kids
Cotswold Farm Park
Sightseeing
Home of some of the Gunpowder Plotters.
Priest Hole.
National Trust
Gardens
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National Trust - Coughton Court
Home of some of the Gunpowder Plotters.
Priest Hole.
National Trust
Gardens
Shakespeare trail and day out in historic town of Stratford Upon Avon.
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Steshini ye-Anne Hathaways Cottage
22 Cottage LnShakespeare trail and day out in historic town of Stratford Upon Avon.
World Class tourist attraction
Amazing large castle, armouries and grounds; frequent events.
History of the Kingmakers
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Warwick Castle station
World Class tourist attraction
Amazing large castle, armouries and grounds; frequent events.
History of the Kingmakers
Wonderful medieval Cathedral.
Royal tombstones
Panoramic views of City and surrounding countryside from top (check opening times)
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I-Cathedral ye-Worcester
8 College YardWonderful medieval Cathedral.
Royal tombstones
Panoramic views of City and surrounding countryside from top (check opening times)
Chocolate!
Gotta love those cheap misshapes after a bit of industrial tourism.
They say "Self-guided tours through colorful interactive displays about chocolate-making & Cadbury history"
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Cadbury World
69 Linden RdChocolate!
Gotta love those cheap misshapes after a bit of industrial tourism.
They say "Self-guided tours through colorful interactive displays about chocolate-making & Cadbury history"
Because you can't get enough Shakey in Stratford...
They say "Museum in 16th-century home of the Bard's neighbour and tours of Shakespeare's Elizabethan garden"
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Indawo Eyodwa kaShakespeare
22 Chapel StBecause you can't get enough Shakey in Stratford...
They say "Museum in 16th-century home of the Bard's neighbour and tours of Shakespeare's Elizabethan garden"
Blenheim Palace
It's a fair drive, but the Palace is stunning.
Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway
Station CottagesArts & Culture
World Class Tourist attraction
Great museum in centre of town and beautiful old Elizabethan buildings and pubs
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Indawo Yokuzalwa kaShakespeare
Henley StreetWorld Class Tourist attraction
Great museum in centre of town and beautiful old Elizabethan buildings and pubs
World Class Shakespeare and other productions
Great rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar
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Itheater ye-Royal Shakespeare
WatersideWorld Class Shakespeare and other productions
Great rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar
Great interactive museum to commemorate English Civil War Battle fought in "The Loyal City" of Worcester.
They say"Extensive war museum in Charles II's former headquarters during the last battle of the Civil War."
"Discover Worcester's Civil War Story, an interactive experience that will take you back over 350 years into a murky, conflicted 17th century Worcester of fiery debates. Experience life as a soldier 300 miles from home, test your skills at battle strategy and come face-to-face with Oliver Cromwell"
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The Commandery
SidburyGreat interactive museum to commemorate English Civil War Battle fought in "The Loyal City" of Worcester.
They say"Extensive war museum in Charles II's former headquarters during the last battle of the Civil War."
"Discover Worcester's Civil War Story, an interactive experience that will take you back over 350 years into a murky, conflicted 17th century Worcester of fiery debates. Experience life as a soldier 300 miles from home, test your skills at battle strategy and come face-to-face with Oliver Cromwell"
Museum of Royal Worcester
Severn StreetBecause Granny needs another plate? :-)
I-Abbey ye-Tewkesbury
Beautiful medieval building
Not been, sorry.
They say "Close encounters with technology past, present and future in family-friendly interactive displays. "
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Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Curzon StreetNot been, sorry.
They say "Close encounters with technology past, present and future in family-friendly interactive displays. "
I know it sounds weird, but Worcester has an amazing space age library somehow constructed with public money during the Financial Crash! Really interesting as a segway if you're visiting Worcester. It's towards the Racecourse.
The Hive
The ButtsI know it sounds weird, but Worcester has an amazing space age library somehow constructed with public money during the Financial Crash! Really interesting as a segway if you're visiting Worcester. It's towards the Racecourse.
Entertainment & Activities
Worcester Warriors
Warriors WayPremiership Rugby
First Class Cricket & very scenic ground
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Worcestershire County Cricket Club
New RoadFirst Class Cricket & very scenic ground
Horse racing by the river & events - check for meetings
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Worcester Racecourse
Horse racing by the river & events - check for meetings
World class horseracing
Amazing Grandstand
Cheltenham Festival & Ladies Day
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Cheltenham Racecourse
Evesham RoadWorld class horseracing
Amazing Grandstand
Cheltenham Festival & Ladies Day
It's the pub in the Radio 4 series "The Archers" and a charming village pub it is too with flagstones and foaming ale.
Seating outside.
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Bulls Head Inn
Main RoadIt's the pub in the Radio 4 series "The Archers" and a charming village pub it is too with flagstones and foaming ale.
Seating outside.
Stratford On Avon Racecourse
Luddington RoadCheck for race meeting dates
Warwick Racecourse
Hampton StreetCheck for race meeting dates..
March Hare Leisure Centre
Mill LaneJust around the corner - go-carts and activities
Skirmish Paintball Games Redditch
Not tried them, please check first!
Exclusive Gym, Worcester
Mill LaneNot tried it, but on your doorstep. Check it out on web, looks good.
Perdiswell Leisure Centre
Bilford RoadTenpin bowling / skatepark / other leisure & gym - check on website
Treetop adventures for Juniors
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Go Ape Forest of Dean (Beechenhurst Lodge - Tree Top Adventure FORMERLY JUNIOR)
Speech House RoadTreetop adventures for Juniors
Avon Boating Ltd
Swans NestGo rowing on the River Avon at Stratford...
RECOMMENDED
Ever done an Escape Room? Great fun activity for groups to figure out clues and puzzles allowing you to "escape" if you solve them in a certain time.
Tried this one and it's great fun.
Cyber Q Escape Rooms
3 Lowesmoor WharfRECOMMENDED
Ever done an Escape Room? Great fun activity for groups to figure out clues and puzzles allowing you to "escape" if you solve them in a certain time.
Tried this one and it's great fun.
RECOMMENDED.
TBH didn't try this myself but my son said it was great - really helpful people and perfect for a few hours on a rainy day !
They say: "Here at Redpoint Worcester Climbing Centre we hope to cater for all manner of strange climbing requests." :-)
Redpoint Worcester
Midland RoadRECOMMENDED.
TBH didn't try this myself but my son said it was great - really helpful people and perfect for a few hours on a rainy day !
They say: "Here at Redpoint Worcester Climbing Centre we hope to cater for all manner of strange climbing requests." :-)
Fantastic Exhibitions and Shows (Crufts, Crafts, Caravans, Fitness, Food, Gardening etc). 36 miles (40 mins) away
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I-NEC, National Exhibition Centre
Pendigo WayFantastic Exhibitions and Shows (Crufts, Crafts, Caravans, Fitness, Food, Gardening etc). 36 miles (40 mins) away
Shopping
Cheltenham
Classy shopping & great places to eat & drink
Beautiful medieval quarter
Good shops in lively city
Cathedral
Commandery
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Worcester
Beautiful medieval quarter
Good shops in lively city
Cathedral
Commandery
World Class shopping, great food outlets.
Close to Selfridges & new Bull Ring
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The Mailbox
World Class shopping, great food outlets.
Close to Selfridges & new Bull Ring
Great shopping in Gloucester Quays - a modern shopping development by the water & cinema
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Gloucester Quays
Great shopping in Gloucester Quays - a modern shopping development by the water & cinema
Drinks & Nightlife
Location in town, reasonably classy décor.
Don't know much about the clubs in Worcester - there are also Alexanders, Sin, Tramps, Drummonds
Please do your own research!
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Bushwackers
Trinity StreetLocation in town, reasonably classy décor.
Don't know much about the clubs in Worcester - there are also Alexanders, Sin, Tramps, Drummonds
Please do your own research!
Lovely old building by river; great ales. Can be lively.
Check carefully for food - only eaten there once, wasn't great but a long time ago,
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The Old Rectifying House
North ParadeLovely old building by river; great ales. Can be lively.
Check carefully for food - only eaten there once, wasn't great but a long time ago,
The Swan
2 The GreenLovely old pub c1550AD in centre of city
The Pheasant
New StreetAnother great old pub in Worcester - nr The Swan
Lovely old Tudor coaching house turned slightly run down hotel. Bar is great though for beer, coffee, tea leafing through paper in relaxed country inn environment. Bar food ok, not sure I'd recommend for dinner without you checking first although eaten there in past and was ok.
The Angel Hotel
9 High StLovely old Tudor coaching house turned slightly run down hotel. Bar is great though for beer, coffee, tea leafing through paper in relaxed country inn environment. Bar food ok, not sure I'd recommend for dinner without you checking first although eaten there in past and was ok.
Amazing Bands and shows with lots of before or after eating and drinking options. 36 miles (40 mins) from house.
Formerly Genting Arena.
https://www.resortsworldarena.co.uk/
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I-Arena yezwe le-Resorts
Perimeter RoadAmazing Bands and shows with lots of before or after eating and drinking options. 36 miles (40 mins) from house.
Formerly Genting Arena.
https://www.resortsworldarena.co.uk/