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Worcester (/ ˈwʊstər / ⓘ WUUST-ər) is a cathedral city in Worcestershire, England, of which it is the county town. It is 30 mi (48 km) south-west of Birmingham, 27 mi (43 km) north of Gloucester and 23 mi (37 km) north-east of Hereford. The population was 103,872 in the 2021 census.
Worcester is about 40 miles (64 km) west of Boston, 50 miles (80 km) east of Springfield, and 40 miles (64 km) north-northwest of Providence. Because it is near the geographic center of Massachusetts, Worcester is known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth"; a heart is the official symbol of the city.
Worcester is a beautiful Cathedral and University City with a fascinating history, located in the heart of the West Midlands on the banks of the River Severn. We boast a wealth of interesting architecture; top class sports teams and venues, combined with an unrivalled combination of independent boutiques and high street names, and a vibrant ...
Worcester is one of the oldest cities in the country, with evidence of settlements here dating back to 700BC. The city was fortified in Saxon times and our history can still be seen in the landscape today, from cobbled Tudor streets to elegant Queen Anne architecture.
Oct 7, 2014 · Check out must-see sights and activities: Worcester Cathedral, Greyfriars' House and Garden, Historic Sites, Scenic Walking Areas. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Feb 22, 2023 · Where to start? Let’s explore the best things to do in Worcester! 1. Art Museum Source: Wangkun Jia / shutterstock Worcester Art Museum. The Worcester Art Museum is home to more than 35,000 works of art which date from antiquity to the present day.
Worcester, a GWR 3031 Class locomotive that was built for and run on the Great Western Railway between 1891 and 1915. Union Station (Worcester, Massachusetts), called "Worcester" by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. HMS Worcester, several ships of the British Royal Navy.
Nov 2, 2024 · Worcester, city (district), administrative and historic county of Worcestershire, west-central England. Worcester is the historic county town (seat) of Worcestershire. Except for the small residential suburb of St. John’s, it lies on the east bank of the River Severn.
Check out must-see sights and activities: Worcester Cathedral, Greyfriars' House and Garden, Historic Sites, Scenic Walking Areas. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
Visit the Royalist headquarters, and hear the dramatic tales of the last days of the bloody Civil War. The battle of Worcester, where King Charles II finally lost his Kingdom and escaped Cromwell’s soldiers – by the skin of his teeth. This tour is led by Worcester Walks, book your place here.
