Visit Upton's Town Museum on 3 floors about Upton’s Past and Present + our award-winning Garden. Free 1 hour Guided Town History Walks available both Saturdays + Sundays 11.30am and 2pm. Enjoy family fun with a Mouse Trail and Crafts + Refreshments .
Upton upon Severn's historic Tudor House Museum is situated near to Upton Bridge by the River Severn and has recently been refurbished. The Museum is ready to welcome Heritage Open Day visitors on both weekend Saturday and Sunday mornings at 11.30 am and afternoons at 2 pm for a fascinating and informative one hour Guided History Walk around Upton upon Severn (level terrain, no hills). Our Guides will cover key historical features around the town, the Battle of Upton in 1651, the role that the river played in influencing trade, the floods, celebrated personalities and much more. Then you are welcome to return and explore the eclectic delights of the Town Museum and sit in the beautiful tranquil Garden, all lovingly cared for by a dedicated team of Volunteers. There is a vast collection of local history, vintage pastimes and professions, themed displays and wonderful collections of old photographs, Lace, Glassware and Staffordshire Blue Pottery to name a few spread around our three floors - something for everyone of all ages. The Museum ground floor and garden are accessible for wheelchair users and there is an RNID Hearing Loop system in the Reception area and large magnifying sheets available to read labels. Families will enjoy the Mouse Trail and Craft Table. Our lovely Volunteers look forward to meeting you. Delicious homemade cakes and refreshments will be available.
Timings & Tours
Saturday 13 September:11.30 & 14.00Sunday 14 September:11.30 & 14.00Saturday 20 September:11.30 & 14.00Sunday 21 September:11.30 & 14.00
Location & directions
The Tudor House Museum Upton, 16 Church Street, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR8 0HT
Directions:The Tudor House Museum is opposite the Pepperpot landmark/Tourist Information Centre (TIC) which are beside Upton Bridge.Contact on day:Diana Scott/Sue Mynard – 01684 437070Telephone number:+441684437070
Booking information
Pre-booking requirement:Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Ramped access available on ground floor of the Museum and in the Garden. Toilets available via stairs to first floor, no lift. Disabled Toilets are available at the nearby Hanley Road Car Park. There are 3 car parks in the town - Hanley Road Car Park next to Warners, Old Street Car Park opposite Upton Church and New Street Car Park by the Playground. Pushchairs can be left in Reception area during your visit. Well-behaved dogs are welcome. The Tourist Information Centre (TIC) is opposite the Tudor House Museum. Please ask a Volunteer if you require any assistance during your visit.
Additional information
Museum gifts, secondhand books plus pots and plants for sale – cash or card machine. Free entry - donations welcome towards the upkeep of the Museum and Garden - Charity No. 1160419.
Max no of people per tour:20Est. tour duration:1 hour(s)
Event organiser is The Tudor House Museum.
Disclaimer: All information was correct when the listing was prepared. Any questions about the event should be directed to the event organiser.