Lower Broadheath, Worcester. Visit the cottage in which Elgar was born on June 2, 1857, in the heart of the countryside he loved, facing the Malvern hills.
The cottage in which Elgar was born on June 2, 1857
The cottage now houses a unique collection of priceless manuscripts, scores, concert programmes, and press cuttings. The collection of photographs spans those from the family snapshot albums to records of formal and solemn occasions.
Open to visitors: 1st May-30th Sept -- 10.30am-6.00pm; 1st Oct-15th Jan -- 1.30pm-4.30pm; 16th Jan-15th Feb, -- CLOSED 16th Feb -- 30th Apr -- 1.30pm-4.30pm. CLOSED ON WED, THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
From Worcester take the A44 Bromyard Road in the direction of Leominster. After 2 miles turn right into Crown East Lane at the signpost 'Broadheath -- Elgar's Birthplace.' The Museum is on the right after a further mile.
Tel: (01905) 333224.
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