The Guildhall Worcester

The Guildhall Worcester Worcester's historic Guildhall, built in 1721. A beautiful Grade 1 listed building with 6 rooms available for hire. Looking for a fantastic city venue?

For more information please visit our website. It's a known fact that Worcester's beautiful Guildhall has received its fair share of Royal patronage over its long history; many will remember Queen Elizabeth's visit in 2000 but how about King George III on a sunny day in August 1788? Along with Queen Charlotte and three of the princesses, he pronounced the Assembly Room on the top floor of The Guil

dhall - 'a handsome gallery' and drank a toast to 'prosperity to the city and the Corporation of Worcester'. The portrait of the King - still hanging in the Assembly Room today - was presented by him to the city to commemorate his visit. But it’s not just royalty that can take advantage of one of the city's most beautiful buildings! Available to hire for up to 200 guests, The Guildhall is a perfect venue for a variety of occasions. The Guildhall has its own wedding license and is available to hire as a wedding venue. Being one of the most iconic buildings in Worcester, the Guildhall could be the perfect venue for you. If you have any enquiries about hiring the Guildhall, please contact us on [email protected] or 01905 722308.

Apologies - the Guildhall is now closed for the Easter weekend. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 22 April.Happy Easter!
17/04/2025

Apologies - the Guildhall is now closed for the Easter weekend. We will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 22 April.
Happy Easter!

The Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Mel Allcott, would like to invite you to attend The Mayor’s Spring Concert performed ...
05/03/2025

The Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Mel Allcott, would like to invite you to attend The Mayor’s Spring Concert performed by Worcester Concert Brass on Friday 4th April 2025 at 7.30 pm at the Guildhall, Worcester.
All proceeds to the Mayor’s Charity — Perdiswell Young People’s Leisure Club

Tickets still available!Join the Mayor of Worcester for her Pride and Prejudice themed Charity Banquet at The Guildhall.
04/03/2025

Tickets still available!
Join the Mayor of Worcester for her Pride and Prejudice themed Charity Banquet at The Guildhall.

The Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Mel Allcott, and Consort Andy Lee, would like to invite you to their Pride and Prejudice themed Charity Banquet in the Assembly Room at the Guildhall on Friday 28th March 2025 at 6.45pm.

Organised in collaboration with the Mayor’s Charity, Perdiswell Young People’s Leisure Club, the evening will include a drinks reception with entertainment in the Lower Hall, a 3-course dinner in the Assembly Room with a full programme of live entertainment, a silent auction, live auction of donated items and a raffle.

Contact the Civic Office to get your tickets now!

Elgar For Everyone Exhibition – Worcester Guildhall, Weds 28 – Sat 31st May 10am-4pm/free entryA fascinating exhibition ...
21/02/2025

Elgar For Everyone Exhibition – Worcester Guildhall, Weds 28 – Sat 31st May 10am-4pm/free entry

A fascinating exhibition of Elgar artefacts, manuscripts and memorabilia curated by renowned Elgar historian Chris Bennett and including ’10 Things You Didn’t Know About Elgar’ plus an enchanting 30 minute film on repeat ‘Discovering Elgar’s Worcestershire’ created by Joe Tierney.

For further details about all Elgar Festival events and booking info please visit www.elgarfestival.org

🌟Lunch time? Come along to the Guildhall to What Worcester Provides For You 🌟Running to 1pm, it’s a FREE event that conn...
21/02/2025

🌟Lunch time? Come along to the Guildhall to What Worcester Provides For You 🌟
Running to 1pm, it’s a FREE event that connects you with local services designed to support YOU! 🤝
Whether you're seeking advice on housing, debt management, health, or youth services, we’ve got you covered!
Local organisations are here to provide guidance, answer your questions, and share valuable information.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about all the support Worcester has to offer! 🌟
Find out more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/discover-more-about-what-worcester-provides-for-you

Don't miss this great event today!
21/02/2025

Don't miss this great event today!

🌟Happening today! 🌟
Join us at the Guildhall from 11am to 1pm for a FREE event that will connect you with local services designed to support YOU! 🤝
Whether you're seeking advice on housing, debt management, health, or youth services, we’ve got you covered!
Local organisations will be present to provide guidance, answer your questions, and share valuable information.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about all the support Worcester has to offer! 🌟
Find out more 👉https://www.worcester.gov.uk/news/discover-more-about-what-worcester-provides-for-you

Join us for the Holocaust Memorial Day on 27th January 2025
20/01/2025

Join us for the Holocaust Memorial Day on 27th January 2025

The Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Mel Allcott, and Consort Andy Lee, would like to invite you to their Pride and Prejud...
10/01/2025

The Mayor of Worcester, Councillor Mel Allcott, and Consort Andy Lee, would like to invite you to their Pride and Prejudice themed Charity Banquet in the Assembly Room at the Guildhall on Friday 28th March 2025 at 6.45pm.

Organised in collaboration with the Mayor’s Charity, Perdiswell Young People’s Leisure Club, the evening will include a drinks reception with entertainment in the Lower Hall, a 3-course dinner in the Assembly Room with a full programme of live entertainment, a silent auction, live auction of donated items and a raffle.

Contact the Civic Office to get your tickets now!

The Mayor's Christmas Charity Concert next Wednesday by the brilliant Elgar Chorale of Worcester!Don't forget to get you...
06/12/2024

The Mayor's Christmas Charity Concert next Wednesday by the brilliant Elgar Chorale of Worcester!

Don't forget to get your tickets from the Tourist Information Centre or by emailing [email protected]

If you are visiting the Guildhall, please be aware that the lift is currently out of action. We expect it to be repaired...
05/12/2024

If you are visiting the Guildhall, please be aware that the lift is currently out of action. We expect it to be repaired and working again next week. Apologies for any inconvenience that this causes.

04/12/2024

Apologies - the Guildhall will be closed to the public today. The TIC and Customer Service Centre is open as normal.

The Guildhall will be lit purple tonight to mark PoTS Awareness Day. Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) can be a life-...
25/10/2024

The Guildhall will be lit purple tonight to mark PoTS Awareness Day.
Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) can be a life-altering and debilitating health condition. Simply standing up can be a challenge for affected people as their body is unable to adjust to gravity.
Find out more at www.potsuk.org

Upcoming Craft Fayres at The Guildhall 🎄🎁
04/10/2024

Upcoming Craft Fayres at The Guildhall 🎄🎁

30/08/2024

Visit The Guildhall between 06th-15th September for Heritage open days.
The Guildhall will be offering free tours on Saturday 07th September between 11am-3pm

Saturday 24 Aug is Ukrainian Independence Day – come to the Guildhall to Make Noise for Ukraine, 12-4pm. Tea, coffee and...
23/08/2024

Saturday 24 Aug is Ukrainian Independence Day – come to the Guildhall to Make Noise for Ukraine, 12-4pm. Tea, coffee and cakes will be provided, with a celebration of Ukrainian culture.
At 1pm the Ukrainian national anthem will be performed, followed by a minute’s silence to honour those who have died since the war began.
Give your vocal support to liberty.
We will not be silent when freedom is challenged.
The Guildhall will be lit yellow and blue in the evening.

Looking for a job? Head to the Guildhall today for the Worcester Jobs Fair.Meet local and national employers face-to-fac...
22/08/2024

Looking for a job? Head to the Guildhall today for the Worcester Jobs Fair.
Meet local and national employers face-to-face and apply directly for hundreds of vacancies. Open til 2pm.

The Guildhall will be illuminated red, white and blue tonight to commemorate the anniversary of VJ Day - the end of the ...
15/08/2024

The Guildhall will be illuminated red, white and blue tonight to commemorate the anniversary of VJ Day - the end of the Second World War.

19/06/2024

A flag raising ceremony is being held at the Guildhall next Monday (24 June) to mark the start of Armed Forces Week.
The flag will be raised at 11am followed by the playing of the Last Post.

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High Street
Worcester
WR12EY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4pm

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+441905722308

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Looking for a fantastic city venue? It's a little known fact that Worcester's beautiful Guildhall has received its fair share of Royal patronage over its long history; many will remember Queen Elizabeth's visit in 2000 but how about King George III on a sunny day in August 1788? Along with Queen Charlotte and three of the princesses, he pronounced the Assembly Room on the top floor of The Guildhall - 'a handsome gallery' and drank a toast to 'prosperity to the city and the Corporation of Worcester'. The portrait of the King - still hanging in the Assembly Room today - was presented by him to the city to commemorate his visit. But it’s not just royalty that can take advantage of one of the city's most beautiful buildings! Available to hire for up to 200 guests, The Guildhall is a perfect venue for a host of occasions. With 6 rooms available for hire with a capacity ranging from 12 - 200 the Guildhall can cater for a wide variety of events. As of March 2013 the Guildhall will have its own wedding license and will be available to hire. Being one of the most iconic buildings in Worcester the Guildhall could be the perfect wedding venue for you. Any inquiries for functions, room hire or even weddings please contact [email protected] or 01905 722308.