Worcester, United Kingdom
Combining history, shopping, culture and sports, Worcester is a modern town surrounded by the picturesque English countryside. Maybe you have heard about the famous Worcester Sauce and the British composer Sir Edward Elgar, both originating from here. Whether you are just passing through or staying a few days, Worcester will entertain you with a real good time both day and night.
Population:
Approximately 101,328
Currency:
Pound Sterling (GBP) £1 = 100 pence
Emergency Numbers:
Emergency: 999
Police: 101
Opening Hours:
Most shops are generally open Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 5:30/6:00 pm and on Sundays at their own discretion.
Newspapers:
Worcester News
Worcester Magazine
The City
In the southern suburbs of Birmingham you will find this lovely town whose history dates back to 50AD when the Romans arrived. Back in the days Worcester was a flourishing little town where traffic passed through. Situated in a hub of several highways, Worcester today is still easy accessible from all parts of the country.
Sitting on River Severn, this charming town offers stunning sceneries and the picturesque countryside can be found just around the corner. Worcester is particularly known for its beautiful cathedral and the Rugby Worcester Warriors team, one of the town’s real prides. The town also houses the Lea & Perrins factory, that makes the famous Worcester Sauce, the University of Worcester and the Royal Worcester Porcelain.
Do & See
There are many ways to spend time in Worcester. This town is simply great for shopping, eating and enjoying the best in life. You can also visit the glorious Worcester Cathedral, go for a relaxing walk along River Severn or go on daytrips to surrounding towns. If you are a sports fan, it is highly recommended to go see a rugby game at Sixways Stadium.
Dining
In Worcester there are more than 100 restaurants, pubs and cafés to choose from. You will definitely find several places to satisfy your taste buds with excellent food and great wines. Do not forget to try the Worcester Sauce, a real hit!
Cafés
In the city centre there are numerous cafés ranging from modern to traditional, British ones and from family-owned to chain coffeehouse ones. When exploring the city, start with pancakes or bacon and eggs in the morning and then cakes and coffee in the afternoon!
