Local Attractions
The Malvern area offers a wide variety of interesting sites and activities. Some of these are listed below. Please click on the links for more information.
With over 100 KM of footpaths the beautiful Malvern Hills offer numerous walks, whether you are looking for a casual stroll or something more strenuous! (The Malvern Hills Walking Festival takes place between May 30th and June 7th this year)
Founded by Bernard Shaw and Barry Jackson in 1929 and home to the famous Malvern Festivals, Malvern Theatres is a nationally important cultural centre that offers a diverse range of drama, comedy, music dance and film.
Originally conceived in 1085 Great Malvern Priory boasts both stunning architecture and a fascinating history.
The Morgan Motor Company was founded in 1913 and remains a paragon of quintessential Britishness. It is possible to arrange for a tour of the factory and details can be found on the company's website.
The Malvern Museum offers a range of exhibits with rooms dedicated to the history of the hills, water cure and various periods throughout history.
Slightly further afield, close to the pretty market town of Ledbury, the dramatic Eastnor Castle is set in beautiful grounds with an arboretum, deer park and lake.
Old Court Nurseries, in nearby Colwall, is home to the national collection of Michaelmas Daisies amd is open to the public from August until late October.
The Artrix Arts Centre in Bromsgrove, approximately 25 miles Northeast of Malvern, hosts a range of classical and popular music concerts throughout the year. Visit their website for details of upcoming events.
The Royal Shakespeare Company in nearby Stratford-upon-Avon hosts numerous productions of the Bard's work both traditional and contemporary.