WORCESTER Cathedral is celebrating the much-anticipated launch of its newest oldest space for inspiration and discovery, the Undercroft Learning Centre.

The centre is the result of the efforts of a team of skilled craftspeople who set to work during 2019 and 2020, thanks to backing from National Lottery Heritage Fund and other generous donors.

The Undercroft, the former monastic storage rooms, has now been converted into a unique space to be used by schools, community groups and businesses.

The project and launch of this stunning new space suffered several delays due to the pandemic and ensuing lockdowns, but it’s now up and running and the team is hosting a series of open days to showcase the new space. 

Those interested in learning more and viewing the space can attend one of the Undercroft open days, between 10am and 4pm today (Wednesday, October 13), Monday, November 1 and Monday, November 15.

These are drop-in sessions and a member of the team will be on hand to show you around and answer any questions, or you can book in advance by emailingundercroft@worcestercathedral.org.uk.

 

 

 

To enquire about hiring the Undercroft, please email Harriet or Jayne at undercroft@worcestercathedral.org.uk

To watch a video about the story of the Undercroft, click here.

There are three rooms available, your own toilets and kitchen and a lift for accessibility, as well as catering for any event, and it is available to hire from 8am till late Monday to Saturday, with availability on Sundays too.

Included in the package is a welcome from a cathedral staff member and a member of staff available throughout your event; an optional short talk on the history of the Undercroft and its role in the cathedral; discounts at the Cloister Café; parking space for event organiser (subject to availability); free Wi-Fi; audio visual – two TV screens with HDMI access and sound system including microphones.

There are network and electrical access points throughout, furniture set up to meet requirements, urns, coffee machines and cups available.