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Worcester Castle
Visited August 2024
| Location | Worcester |
| Entrance Fee | No |
| Railway Station Nearby | Worcester Foregate Street |
| Parking | City Car Parks |
| Facilities | City Centre Facilities |
| Map |  |
Despite the picture of a splendid looking gatehouse, Worcester is another of those 'no ruins left to see' type castles. However there are some clues to its existence around the city if you look hard enough!
Hartlebury Castle
Visited August 2013
| Location | Hartlebury, Worcestershire |
| Entrance Fee | Yes |
| Railway Station Nearby | Hartlebury, approx. 1 mile |
| Parking | Yes |
| Facilities | Museum, Café, Gift Shop |
| Map | |
Hartlebury is not a typical example of a castle, which I am sure you will agree as you look at the photos on this page. Although these days it is masquerading as a Gothic looking house with mock battlements to the front, it is actually the most important castle in Worcestershire and one time home of the wealthy Bishops of Worcester.
Broadway Tower
Visited June 2012
| Location | Broadway, Worcestershire |
| Entrance Fee | Yes |
| Railway Station Nearby | No |
| Parking | Yes |
| Facilities | Cafe, Shop, Toilets |
| Map | |
Despite visiting in June, we found Broadway Tower almost completely obscured in low cloud, as the photos illustrate. The tower is on the second highest point in the Cotswolds, so bear that in mind when you plan your visit- the weather may be completely different up on the ridge surrounding the tower.
Built as a folly for the 6th Earl of Coventry, it was supposed to resemble a Saxon tower complete with turrets & gargoyles. The surrounding park was designed by the renowned landscaper 'Capability' Brown. The tower itself was never used as a permanent residence, but the nearby farm was occupied until quite recently.
