Worcester Heritage and Culture
In the panoply of cities the length and breadth of England, few embody the quintessence of Englishness more that Worcester – picturesque, understated and with an impeccable heritage. Today, it is the perfect blend of old and new – an historic fabric with a young and vibrant contemporary culture.
Worcester is rich in history. It is the last resting place of kings and princes; the site of a bloody battle that sealed the monarchy's fate (for a few years, at least); and the birth place of that very English composer, Sir Edward Elgar, whose Pomp and Circumstance March is well known across the country.
The city of course is home to Royal Worcester, makers of the finest bone china and porcelain to grace dining tables all over the world. Much of the porcelain is now cared for and displayed in the wonderful Royal Worcester Porcelain Museum just a couple of minutes walk from The Waterside apartments. Worcester is also the original home of Worcestershire Lea and Perrins, two Worcester chemists, who concocted their dark, spicy condiment here in 1835.
Straddling the River Severn, Worcester is a shire town brimming with vitality and verve, dedicated to music, the Arts and sport. While its history is always evident, it is also a modern centre for shopping, theatre, live music, bars and restaurants. Some of Britain's finest schools are located in or near Worcester, including Kings' School, The Royal Grammar School and Malvern Girls' College.
From its medieval roots through its decisive position in the English Civil War to its magnificent musical and artistic tradition today, Worcester is English to its very core.
The Waterside, Royal Worcester is an exciting new landmark development for the city of Worcester; a vision created by Berkeley Homes and award winning London architects, John Simpson & Partners.
