The Commandery

Dating back to to your century that is 12th The Commandery, a glorious Grade I listed site ended up being as soon as called St Wulfstan's Hospital.During the English Civil War The Commandery was the battle head office for the Royalist army of Charles II during the decisive Battle of Worcester. This has changed owners times that are numerous days gone by seven centuries, and it has exciting tales to share with your family about power, greed, war, wealth, relationship, death, culture and industry.When you go to, you might enjoy going to one of many brief talks with demonstrations including Medieval medicine and Civil War weaponry. You might even get clothed as a pikeman!You might choose to explore this building that is huge its many hundreds of years of architectural designs because of the sound tour, or test out one of many new activity trail backpacks (available from August 2016). There are historically themed workshops every school vacation too.There is the full programme of activities and occasions throughout every season as soon as the Commandery gets taken to life with characters through the past, costume, living history camps and themed games - be sure you check out the web site to discover more on the next one!You could wander the stunning Commandery gardens which include an herb garden growing Medieval natural herbs, and also the tranquil canal-side gardens of 'Meemee' cafi, that are a great spot to watch the ships go by over a hot chocolate or beverage that is soft.