'Land of Hope and Glory' Group Travel Itinerary

Explore the county which inspired Sir Edward Elgar to compose his music and the county he called home. The 'Land of Hope and Glory' tour enables groups to step in footsteps of the great composers footsteps and learn about his life.

11.00am - Arrive at the Elgar Birthplace Museum

The Elgar Birthplace Museum offers a fascinating insight into the life and music, family and friends, and musical inspirations of Sir Edward Elgar. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/elgarbirthplace

Group Rate: Adults: for £5.00, Seniors: £4.50, Children: £2.00

1.00pm - Enjoy lunch at The Fold A slow food cafe/restaurant and shop, nine designer maker & artists studios, a care farm and a complementary therapy centre combined in one environmentally conscious community. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/fold

15.00 - Enjoy exploring Great Malvern and the Malvern Hills Malvern is a Beautiful Spa Town in along the and Borders. Stunning Views and Amazing Walks over hills that have been developing for 600 Million Years. Take the opportunity to walk to the summit of the Worcestershire Beacon to see the views across to British Camp which inspired Elgar to write 'Pomp and Circumstance'. (Please allow 1 hour 30 minutes to walk to Worcestershire Beacon and back but obviously dependent on fitness levels)

Alternatively enjoy the attractions Great Malvern has to offer including the Malvern Museum, , Elgar statue, Malvern Spring Water Well, Priory Park, boutique shopping or visit the Malvern Tourist Information Centre to buy some Elgar merchandise. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/malverntown

Dinner Options Mac & Jac's (max 40 people) Tuesday to Saturday at 5:45pm to 7:30pm

Located just a few minutes walk from Malvern Theatres, Mac and Jac's offers a 2 or 3 course pre set dinner menu. Mac and Jac's is an independent, family run cafe/restaurant, with the menu being sensitively created with various local food and drink produce. The newly opened cafe/restaurant in Malvern is building on the success of the cafe in Worcester city centre. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/macandjacsmal

The Hotel, Malvern

The Priory View Restaurant overlooks the adjoining Benedictine Priory. The menu offers a choice from the Chef’s specialty dishes along with a fixed seasonal menu, incorporating fresh produce from local suppliers where possible. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/prioryview

Malvern Theatres

Malvern Theatres and Lindley Heritage are pleased to celebrate the opening of their newly-refurbished restaurant: Scene Bistro. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/scene

Optional Extra: Evening Entertainment Enjoy a performance of interest which would be dependent on date of visit. You can find out about the events on at the venues below by visiting http://www.whatsonworcestershire.co.uk.

Malvern Theatres Swan Theatre Huntingdon Hall Artrix

9.30 - Arrive at Worcester Cathedral for a Guided Tour

Enjoy a guided tour around Worcester Cathedral, one of 's most magnificent and inspiring buildings, a place of prayer and worship for fourteen centuries.

The Cathedral is home to the Elgar Memorial Window which was unveiled in 1935 a year after the composer's death. The window depicts a scene from his oratorio "The Dream of Gerontius". http://www.visitworcestershire.org/worcestercathedral

Group Rates: £5 per person/£4.50 per concession

Optional Extra: After the tour enjoy a morning refreshment in The Parlour Coffee Shop.

11.45 - Elgar Walking Tour Join Discover History on an informative Elgar tour of Worcester. Visit the site of his music shop, hear of his interest in cycling and see the many haunts frequented by this Great composer. Sites include his Glee club and St Georges Catholic church in Lowesmoor. A tour for Elgar enthusiasts and people with an interest in old Worcester. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/discoverhistory

Group Rates: £5 per person

Lunch Options

Bridges Carvery Bridges have an established reputation since 1995 as a traditional Carvery and Restaurant offering a mouthwatering variety of fresh market vegetables, with an excellent choice of tender roast meats. For alternative diets we have available salmon or nut roast.http://www.visitworcestershire.org/bridges

Stanbrook Abbey Coming Soon. The bistro is a beautiful restaurant within the main abbey. Its art deco floors are bathed in light from the light and offer a contemporary dining area for breakfasts, lunches and evening meals. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/thebistro

Mac and Jac's (for smaller groups) Situated in historic Friar Street Worcester & now a newly opened café nestled at the foot of the Malvern hills in Abbey road. The fully licensed restaurants serve morning coffee, a great breakfast menu, homemade cakes and pastries and a diverse lunch. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/macandjacswor

15.30 - Enjoy a walk around Spetchley Park Gardens

Elgar used to stay in Gardeners Cottage within the grounds of Spetchley Park Gardens and was inspired to write 'Dream of Gerontius' from the sound of the wind blowing through the pine trees. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/spetchley

Group Rates: £5 per person for groups of 25 or more Optional Extra: Afternoon tea can be enjoyed in the tea rooms.

Accommodation Choices There are a variety of accommodation options available in the area to suit any budget. Please contact [email protected] for up to date group rates on all of the accommodation below.

The Abbey Hotel, Malvern

The Abbey Hotel is based in Great Malvern in Worcestershire. The setting is one of the most perfect in the country. It is close to a number of interesting and historical cities, yet situated right in the heart of the traditional English countryside, at the foot of the Malvern Hills in Worcestershire. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/abbeyhotel

The Malvern

The Malvern is one of the most significant hotel and spa developments in the UK in recent times, providing first class spa and wellness facilities alongside luxurious accommodation and fabulous fine dining. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/themalvern

Mount Pleasant Hotel (for smaller groups)

Enjoy the excellent service and comfortable surroundings of a family run hotel in an attractive Georgian building with beautiful views. http://www.visitworcestershire.org/mountpleasant

Colwall Park Hotel (for smaller groups)

Colwall Park is an independent country house style hotel located in the centre of a peaceful rural village on the sunny western flanks of the breathtaking Malvern Hills.

http://www.visitworcestershire.org/colwallpark