Worcestershire’s most iconic historical figures arrived in Westminster on Thursday 11 September to launch Visit Historic Worcestershire, a new initiative celebrating the county’s rich heritage.
Travelling in style, King Charles II and Sir Edward Elgar set off from the county in a Morgan Motor Car, while knights from the Battle of Evesham journeyed by Great Western Railway before gathering in Westminster – a fitting stage given Simon de Montfort’s role in shaping the foundations of Parliament.
The event brought Worcestershire’s history to life, from dramatic royal escapes and civil war battles to world famous music and industrial landmarks. These moments form the backbone of Visit Historic Worcestershire, which will showcase the county’s past across four themes: Royals & Rebels, Democracy, Creatives and Industry.
Lorna Robinson, Visitor Economy & Destination Manager at Visit Worcestershire, said: “With over 2,000 years of history woven into our landscapes and landmarks, Worcestershire has helped shape the nation - from King Charles II’s dramatic escape and the foundations of Parliament, to the music of Elgar.
“London is one of our biggest visitor markets, so it makes perfect sense to launch our heritage initiative in the capital. From Worcestershire to Westminster, we’re excited to put our county’s stories centre stage and inspire more people to discover them for themselves.”
The 18-month focus on heritage follows visitor research showing that Worcestershire’s history is often overlooked, despite its national and international importance. Heritage and culture remain among the top reasons people choose to visit the UK, according to VisitEngland. Worcestershire is well placed to benefit from this interest and attract new audiences, particularly as the county’s visitor economy has now surpassed £1 billion annually.
The project has been coordinated by a group of local historical and destination experts, but with a fresh twist to encourage and engage new audiences.
To accompany the launch, a light-hearted film has been released, re-imagining Worcestershire’s most famous figures in the modern day. Over the coming weeks, people will also be able to spot the adverts across Worcestershire and in key locations around London.
Watch the video and explore Historic Worcestershire here on the Historic Worcestershire pages of the Visit Worcestershire website.
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