Malvern Tourist Information

Orchard Side Bed and Breakfast in Hanley Swan hopes this Malvern Tourist Information page will help you plan your visit.

The Malvern Tourist Information office on Church Street has leaflets on local events, places of interest and Malvern restaurants. The ‘welcome email’ from Gigi has several PDFs attached to help you plan your visit.

Also, check out our blogs for more interesting articles about the local area.

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Tourist Information for Malvern and the surrounding area

Visit The Malverns – There is lots of helpful information on Malvern and the surrounding area, or check out our Malvern Blog Post so you don’t miss a thing!
Malvern Theatre and Cinema Complex – The complex features two theatres, a large-screen cinema, and a restaurant.
Three Counties Show Ground (1.5 miles) – All the events are listed on this website.
Visit Worcestershire – All you need to know about the county of Worcestershire or check out this Blog Post
Visit Herefordshire – Information about the Wye Valley and the county of Herefordshire.
Visit Ledbury– Focus on where to visit in and around Ledbury or read this Blog Post
Visit Upton (3 miles) – A popular festival town today that attracts visitors for the Jazz, Blues, Folk, and Sunshine Festivals.
National Trust – All the properties are located in Worcestershire, and there are plenty to visit.
English Heritage – All the English Heritage sites in Worcestershire.
Worcestershire Tourist Guides – Check out some great walks around Malvern and the Malvern Hills.
Mobile Walking App – For the Malvern Hills, Malvern, Upton and Tenbury Wells.

Places to visit

Morgan Motor Company – Based in Great Malvern. We would recommend the factory tour to any car enthusiast.
Worcester Cathedral (9 miles) – One of England’s finest cathedrals, and is worth visiting.
Malvern Hills – Walk the 8-mile range, making sure to visit the Worcester Beacon and British Camp, or enjoy the many shorter walks.
Croome Court – National Trust – Fabulous grounds and house for a great day out
Croome Walled Gardens – National Trust – Check the website for times when this garden is open to the public
Eastnor Castle – Check the opening times before heading there. There are lovely lakeside and woodland walks, and you can visit the castle on certain days.
Spetchley Park Gardens – A family-owned garden for over 400 years, visit this lovely, award-winning garden.
The Laskett Gardens – Visit this unique garden that has evolved over four decades
Ralph Court Gardens – Journey around the world and the seasons
The Firs National Trust – Birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar
Greyfriars National Trust – Late medieval merchants’ house rescued from demolition in Worcester City
Hanbury Hall National Trust – William and Mary country house, garden and park
Witley Court and Gardens – National Heritage – explore the dramatic ruins and gardens
Middle Littleton Tithe Barn – National Trust – 13th Century Tithe Barn, one of the largest in the country
Hampton Court Castle – Spectacular Castle and Gardens
Croft Castle – National Trust – 1000 years of power, politics and pleasure in an intimate family home, surrounded by 1500 acres of wood, park and farmland.
Malvern Panorama – Wall art from Jan Sedlacek. Two of his spectacular canvases are featured in the Malvern View deluxe room.
Hanley Swan Village Pond – This website initially documented the work that Neil Verlander and volunteers achieved from 2009, but the story continues, covering the work Nick Harper and many volunteers continue to do to keep this beautiful pond such a beauty spot.
B2B Events – You will find dates for the monthly Flea / Antique fair held at the 3 Counties Show Ground.

Malvern Tourist Information

Local activities and Events

Worcestershire Golf Club – 5-minute drive from Orchard Side and nestled below the Malvern Hills – 01684 575992
Puckrup Golf Club – A 15-minute drive from Orchard Side and a great golf course – 01684 271591
Worcester Race Course – Great day out when visiting The City of Worcester
South Worcestershire Shooting Ground – 3 miles away, and could offer something different during your visit
Broad Oaks Trout Fly Fishing – Very close to Orchard Side B&B in the village of Hanley Castle.
Malvern trail – Enjoy the natural and cultural delights of the countryside and towns on and around the Malvern Hills
Severn Valley Railway – Heritage steam and diesel trains running through 16 miles of beautiful Worcestershire and Shropshire countryside.
Gloucestershire, Wariwich Steam Railway – Operates steam and heritage diesel trains between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cotswolds
Hanley Swan Open Gardens – Visit around 16 gardens during the first weekend of May.
RHS Malvern Spring Festival – Inspiring gardens, spectacular blooms, with loads of garden ideas. This event is held in May.
Royal Three Counties Show – The UK’s rural event of the year, held in June.
RHS Autumn Show – Celebrates country living and is held in September.
Welland Steam Rally – This is an annual event held in July.
Upton Folk Festival – Another popular event held in May.
Upton Jazz Festival – Great event held in June.
Upton Blues Festival – Hugely popular event, held in July.
Upton Sunshine Festival – Family-friendly Music and camping festival located in Upton, on the August Bank Holiday.
Barns and Yard – Wedding Venue, just a mile from Orchard Side Bed and Breakfast