Flanked by the Royal Theatre Company in the same Victorian building, the Swan Theatre was originally built to promote the works of Shakespeare. The first production showcased here was The Two Noble Kinsmen which was written and directed by William Shakespeare and John Fletcher. This theatre has also seen dramatic productions by other world renowned European play writers. The theatre can seat up to 400 people and has excellent lighting, stage and sound facilities.
The Charlecote Mill is a must visit place to see time stand still in the Victorian Era, it truly is a place that hasn't let time affect it's authenticity. Don't misread it for a museum as the mill is still in a good working and manufacturing condition, it is one of the original working watermills of England. The grinding stone produces flour almost every day of the week but it depends on how the watermill works. This process has been going on for almost 200 years. The finished product is sealed and sold by the miller Mr. Karl Grevatt himself. The mill is open to public a few times in the year, but a private tour could be arranged through an appointment with the miller. Visit their website for more details.
A captivating structure enveloped by blooming flowers and offering a relaxing ambiance, Spetchley Park near Worcester boasts of a variety of activities to offer to its visitors. This beautiful historic house along with the gardens and parkland is set in the wonderful Worcestershire countryside. The main highlight is the celebration of the yearly Illuminated Trail every December where the gardens are adorned with hundreds of lights and transformed into a magical winter evening walking trail. The gardens are also hired to organize weddings or for promotional and photographic shoots and filming.
The Rep is one of Britain's most successful and prestigious producing theaters, having achieved national recognition for quality and excitement. The theater offers an eclectic mix of productions. Past performances have included Noel Coward's Private Lives, Patrick Marber's award-winning Closer and a version of Steinbeck's Of Mice And Men. The theater also has a cafe bar, which is extremely popular in the evenings and on weekends, often offering live jazz.
Established in 1784, Birmingham Town Hall stands tall as a majestic structure where you can catch all the buzz around town. Built in the Roman Revival civic architecture, the building is a majestic regal sight. Several concerts, exhibitions, cultural events, festivals are held here and it is certainly the best place to get acquainted with the local music, art and culture.
Parts of historic Harvington Hall, a popular stately home in Worcestershire, are medieval although most of it dates from the 16th century. Its owner in Elizabethan times, Humphrey Pakington, was a catholic and the hall contains what is acknowledged to be the best surviving set of priest holes in the country. Many additions and alterations have been made since and in 1923 it was bought by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Birmingham, which restored the building and opened it to the public. A new program of restoration is currently in progress and activities, including a music festival, are held here. There is also a licensed restaurant on site. The Hall is situated just outside Kidderminster, 17 miles south-west of Birmingham. A phone call is advised before a visit as the hall may be closed to accommodate a social function.