Christmas Fayre21st Worcester

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28th November – 1st December 2013

SeeMAPINSIDEProgrammeThursday 4pm-9pmFriday 11am-9pmSaturday 10am-8pmSunday 11am-5pmWorcester City CentreHigh Street, Pump Street, Friar Street, Charles Street, New Street,Mealcheapen Street, Queen Street & The Cornmarket

www.visitworcestershire.org/christmasfayre

CHRISTMAS WREATHMAKINGFri 6 December 9am – 12noon & 1 – 4pmGet creative and learn the techniques to dress your home this festive season.

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Contents2 Welcome Note

3-4 Stallholders at the Fayre7-8 Map, Transport & Parking9-10 Entertainment Programme11 Other Events in Worcester12 Competition

Welcome Note

Once again Worcester’s historic streets will be filled withhundreds of stalls selling an array of products includinglocal arts and crafts, international products, festive giftsand not forgetting the tempting food court. Whetheryou’re looking for a Christmas decoration, piece ofunique jewellery, unusual item for the home or someedible festive treats you won’t be disappointed withthe varied choice on offer.

To entertain we have traditional carol singers, dance groups,school choirs and the fantastic Clik Clik CollectiveVictorian procession.

If you enjoyed the Fayre why not visit Worcestershireagain for a truly English experience. From lush rollingcountryside to magnificent hill ranges, it’s the homeof freedom and tranquility, a hub for the arts andhome to festivals and events galore.

For further information on the Worcester VictorianChristmas Fayre or Worcestershire please contact;

Worcester Tourist Information CentreThe Guildhall, High Street, Worcester WR1 2EY

Tel 01905 726311Email touristinfo@visitworcestershire.org

Alternatively visit;www.visitworcestershire.org orwww.visitworcestershire.org/christmasfayre

Wishing you an enjoyable visit to the Fayre and wehope to welcome you back to Worcestershire soon!

Best wishesThe Visit Worcestershire Team at Herefordshire&Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce

Photographs courtesy of VisitWorcester

Disclaimer:Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the timeof printing, October 2013, the publisher accepts no responsibility foromissions or errors in this publication. Up-to-date stall listings can be foundat visitworcestershire.org/christmasfayre or facebook.com/worcesterfayre.

Welcome to the 21st annual Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre programme.

Hailed as the Midland’s most prestigious Victorian themed street market, it really is thebest way to kick start the festive season by soaking up the atmosphere of vibrant colours,harmonious sounds and enticing scents of Christmas.

For further up-to-date event information, special offers and to find outmore about Worcestershire, please explore visitworcestershire.org/christmasfayre or follow us on Facebook and Twitter

facebook.com/worcesterfayre

twitter.com/worcxmas

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Local Arts & CraftsAn area in Friar Street and parts ofCharles Street, where products are atleast 80% handcrafted locally, usinglocal and reclaimed materials andfeaturing original designs.

Adrian Higgins Visual Artist, Friar StreetFun art illustrations and limited editiondigital illustrationsBeads on the Beach Jewellery,Friar StreetHandmade jewellery using polymer clayDragan Wood Art, Friar StreetHandcarved bowls, platters, spoons, trays,mugs and moreElegance Crafts, Charles StreetPresent bags, calendars, door hangers,knitted stockings, tree decorations, etc.Fancy Features, New StreetInteractive stall with a Christmas themedgiant colouring-in artworkFloragraphics, Friar StreetCanvas prints, coasters, cards from handpressed flowersJana Jewellery, Friar StreetHandmade jewellery, hair fascinators andhandbags (Thursday & Friday only)Jormae Pourri, Friar StreetPotpourri, wreaths, garlands andlavender hearts, etc.Mia Mia Jewels, Friar StreetChristmas decorations, jewellery andjewellery boxes, scarves and bagsRetro Mama, Friar StreetWooden clocks, keyhooks, jewellery,brooches, cushions, etc.Ruby Bee, Friar StreetHandmade scented candles usingnatural ingredientsThe Pod – Floating Studio Gallery,Friar StreetHandmade canal inspired glassWildwood Coppice Crafts, Friar StreetLocally made decorations from hazel wood

Local Food &DrinkHigh quality food and drink fromlocal producers and Heart of EnglandFine Foods group members.

Barbourne Cider and Perry,Food Court &High StreetWorcestershire ciders and perries,hot spicy ciderBrothers Wines, Friar StreetBottles of wine, giftwrapped on requestCake Aspirations, Mealcheapen StreetHandmade sweets, fudge, biscuits and cakesCallow Hill Country Wine, Food CourtEnglish fruit wines, bottled cider, mulled wine

Checketts of Ombersley, Friar StreetLocal cheeses, homemade meat productsand fish pâtésChilli Pepper Plantation, Friar StreetChilli products; jams, relishes, oil, chocolateCocomo Chocolate, High StreetLocally made fine Belgian chocolates andnoveltiesCotswold Country Liqueurs, Charles StreetSloe gin, cherry brandy, citrus spiced whisky,hip flasksCroome Cuisine, Food Court, Friar Street&High StreetSpeciality cheeses using iconic localingredientsEmily’s Jams & Pickles, Food CourtLocal jams, marmalades, mustards, chutneys,oils, dressings, vinegar and honeyFudgeheaven, High StreetHandmade fuffle (fudge or truffle?) barsand fufflechinosGwatkin Cider Co Ltd, New StreetReal farmhouse cider and perryLegges of Bromyard, Food CourtHerefordshire sausages, game pies andpork piesMa Bakers, Food CourtLoaf cakes, mince pies, Franken-Hoagies(these tasty bad boys will block an arteryin two bites!)Maryamm’s Bakes& Preserves,New StreetHomemade jams, chutneys. Christmas cakesand festive biscuitsMr Chill’s Traditional Sweet Emporium,New StreetTraditional handmade sweets in jarsNurses Cottage Drinks, Food CourtElderflower presses and cordials withblackcurrant, plum and gooseberry variationsPlenty Pastry Ltd, CornmarketSavoury pies with unusual fillingsSevern Cider Ltd, Pump StreetAward winning craft made whole juicecider and perryShropshire Spice Co, Food CourtTraditional stuffing mixes, breadcrumbcoatings, spice mixes and gourmet dipsShropshire Wild Boar, Friar StreetWild Boar salamis, chorizos and sausagesThe Friday Beer Company Ltd, Friar StreetBrewed ales sold in 3 bottle gift packsThe Waterside Café, High StreetDelicious selection of tray bakesWilces Cider, Friar StreetLedbury cider and juice, warmed mulledcider/apple juice by the cupWorcester Round Table, New StreetHot chestnuts

Arts, Crafts &AccessoriesBohemian Beads & Treasures,New StreetHandmade jewellery, scarves, brooches,cufflinks and watchesCiaobella, High StreetItalian hat and scarf setsCollision Accessories, High StreetItalian leather and suede handbags.Printed scarvesComplexity Crystals, New StreetArts, crafts and accessoriesGemrock Jewellery, High StreetHandcrafted glass. Ceramic andsemi precious jewelleryHats it, New StreetClassic and contemporary hatsHickory Box, New StreetEvening bags, unusual and attractive pursesand wallets, jewelleryKiec Garden Product, High StreetHandmade wooden figuresMagnolia Jewellery, New StreetHandmade gemstone jewellery with silverand genuine pearls. PashminasMavimomeis Ltd, Mealcheapen StreetHandmade scarves, jewellery and ItalianclothingP&H Bespoke English Jewellery,Mealcheapen StreetJewelleryRed Zebra, Pump StreetHandbags, hats, scarves and glovesSilver Del Sol, High StreetSterling silver jewellery decorated withsemi precious stones, shells and fossilsWestmorland Sheepskins, New StreetLeather and sheepskin gloves, purses, belts,wool caps, chammys, laces and slippers

Festive Gifts,Home &GardenBirch Hill Dog Rescue, Charles StreetCharity Christmas baubles, gifts andaccessories for dogs and catsChristmas @ Tollhouse, High StreetChristmas decorationsClaire Waters, High StreetHandmade glass panels, jewellery, clocksand hangersFootbury Nurseries, High StreetHandmade candlesGenie Beads Craft, High StreetHandmade beaded keyrings andwindow charms and decorationsJoya, Charles StreetBlankets, cushions, scarves, soaps, candles

Knot Just Jigs, High StreetWooden toys, name plaque and letters, nametrains, jigsaws, musical instruments, etc.Milestone Garden Ornaments, High StreetHandmade and hand paintedgarden ornamentsMy Baby Beautiful, New StreetBaby hampers and giftsOh Sew Crafty, High StreetFabric and sewing kits to create craft giftsPlain Slate, Charles StreetRange of slate productsPollyfields, High StreetGarlands, door wreaths and Christmas treedecorations using natural fruit and spicesPure Magnetic, High StreetMagnetic Health ProductsRidge& Furrow, Charles StreetHome and garden accessoriesSaunders Christmas Tree Ornaments,High StreetPersonalised Christmas decorationsSky’s the Limit, New StreetWoodcraft construction kitsStephen & Sandra Smith Ceramics,New StreetEnglish stoneware pottery: dragon jugs,mugs, animals, pots and house plaquesStylish Flames, High StreetBio fuel products for home and gardenSweet and Nostalgic Ltd, Pump StreetJigsaws, teatowels, retro sweets,memorabilia, metal signs, etc.The Dogs Trust, High StreetSponsor a dog, charity campaignThe Slimbridge Soap Company,Pump StreetSoaps, body creams, lip balms,lavender pillows and bath bombsTuffnell Glass, High StreetHandmade glass Christmas decorations,lanterns and candle holdersWildestyle, High StreetHand crafted ceramic picture tiles andmosaic garden sculpturesWingers, High StreetRecycled antique silver cutlery: wind chimes,hooks, oil burners, bracelets. Coin cuttingWorcester TIC, The GuildhallWorcester gifts, Christmas tree decorations,great gift ideas

Hot Food &DrinkChesters Restaurant, New StreetHot burritos filled with choice of chilliChurtopia, Charles StreetOriginal Spanish ChurrosCotswold Crepes, High StreetCrepesCrepe Expectations, New StreetSweet and savoury crepes andhot and cold drinksGarland’s Catering, Friar StreetMulled wine and mince pies

Heath Farm Pig Roasting, High StreetSpit roast pork rolls, dry cured bacon baps,traditional sausage bapsMonsoon Restaurant, Pump StreetChicken tikka massala, pilau rice,Kerala fried chicken, mini dosaPancakes by the Creperie, Food CourtCrepes cooked on traditional French griddlesPomegranate Authentic Lebanese Cuisine,Food CourtHot Lebanese street foodR&B Soul Food Caribbean Kitchen,Food CourtCaribbean foodWhite Lion and Hop & Stagger Brewery,High StreetTraditional hot mulled cider andwinter porter-mulled wineWorcester South Rotary Club,Charles StreetMulled wine and mince pies

InternationalArts & CraftsCrissi Ltd, High StreetHandmade costume jewellery and scarvesElefair Giftware, High StreetNepalese and Balinese giftware, jewellery,homeware and accessoriesRuby Wu, High StreetJapanese Cedar craft itemsSan Jose Import, High StreetWool hats, cardigans, dream catchersfrom EcuadorSundari Ltd, High StreetSterling silver jewellery made in Poland,Mexico and IndiaTaylor Made Frames, High StreetHand framed pictures using a rangeof mouldings

Tasty Gifts & TreatsAdoris (Jolley-Jarvis Ltd), High StreetChristmas themed cupcakes, cakepopsand macaroonsBexton Cheese, Food CourtHandmade farmhouse cheese,individually waxedBluebird Tea Co., High StreetPackaged loose leaf tea blends and tea wareChancham, Mealcheapen StreetMarinades; smokey lapsang, green chilliand red onion, tamarind and three spice,scotch bonnet and black pepperDirect Beers Limited, Food CourtQuirky and novel bottled beers in gift packsFaithfull’s Quality Baking, High StreetHandmade Christmas cakesFrench Store Cupboard, CornmarketSauccisson sec, chorizo, terrines and pâtéGeorgie Porgie Puddings, Food CourtTraditional Christmas to a wide variety ofsteamed puddingsHetty’s Tea Party, New StreetCakes, tarts, biscuits, brownies

Hilary’s Traditional Roast Chestnuts,Pump StreetRoast chestnutsIrvin Sweets, Pump Street, High Street&CornmarketFudge and liquorice lacesJane Elizabeth Confectionery,Mealcheapen Street &New StreetToffee and fudgeJohnson’s Toffees, CornmarketHandmade toffees and fudgesKimberley’s Old Fashioned Sweets,New StreetToffee apples, candyfloss, rock, humbugs,cider crunch, nougat, coconut ice bars andbrandy snapsMed Foods Ltd, Food Court &High StreetOlives, dried fruit, nuts, Turkish delightand baklavaMoyden’s Handmade Cheese, High StreetCheesesRubys, High StreetCinnamon roasted nutsRyan Jepson Cheesest/a Traditionally Cheesy, Food CourtHandmade traditional and specialist cheesesSeptimus Spyder Drinks, CornmarketReal ales, soft drinks and hot mulledginger beerThe Cherry Tree, High StreetA range of chutneys, preserves, curds,cheese and saucesThe Continental Bakery, High StreetArtisan breads, cakes and pastriesThe Focaccia Bread Company,Pump StreetUsing natural processes and artisan methods,animal fat free, deli bread, artisan bread,ciabatta, pastries, filled focacciaWilliams Hand Baked Ltd, Food CourtEccles and Chorley cakes, Christmas cakesand chocolate logs

TwinningCity of Worcester Twinning Association,The GuildhallGreeting cards, children’s apronsand keyringsKleve (Germany), The GuildhallGlühwein, stollen, marzipan and biscuitsLe Vesinet (France), The GuildhallCheeses, pâté, mustards, canard, tapenade,preserves and crepes (Thursday–Saturdayonly)Ukmerge (Lithuania), The GuildhallHandmade crafts from lace and felt(Thursday–Saturday only)

CateringAnk Marvin, Food CourtArden Pig Company, High StreetBrockworth, Friar StreetBronys Eve, Pump StreetCoffee Kings, New StreetFat Duck Spuds, CornmarketGreedy Pig Catering, New StreetRoly Poly Pig Roast, Food CourtSimon’s Sausages, Food Court

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Every weekend from the 16th Nov onwards, we’re hosting Christmas Lantern making workshops, culminating in a stunning lantern parade taking place at the Hive on Friday 6th Dec, which will launch our festive activities.

Keep an eye on www.thehiveworcester.org and we will reveal more about Christmas at the Hive, think – shows, music and trees!

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Entrances from The Foregateand St. Nicholas Street

Come and visit Worcester’s historicHopmarket yard and take a breakin our friendly café. We offera unique blend of rareand exclusive shopswith a variety ofChristmas gift ideas.

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•Quality Gift and Craft Stalls•Mulled wine, mince piesand refreshments

•Festive Music in and aroundthe Cathedral on Saturday

•Young Enterprise stalls offeringinnovative creations on Saturdayin College Hall

Tel: 01905 732900www.worcestercathedral.co.ukFri 29–Sat 30 Nov, 10am-4pmand Sun 1 Dec, 12.30pm-3.30pm

Worcester Tourist Information Centre

The Guildhall, High Street, Worcester WR1 2EYCall 01905 726311 or Email touristinfo@visitworcestershire.org

or explore www.visitworcestershire.org

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The Hive7th & 8th DecemberLantern Paradewww.thehiveworcester.org

Worcester CathedralTraditional programme of servicesand concerts throughout December7th December–6th JanuaryChristmas Tree Festivalwww.worcestercathedral.co.uk

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If you’ve enjoyed your visit to the Fayre,why not come back and finish yourChristmas shopping in Worcester?

For late night Thursday shopping from21st November there will be FREEPARKING in all City Council car parksafter 6pm and shops are open till 9pm.

On Sundays in December buy the first 2 hours andget the rest of the day free in all City Council car parks.

Parking offers are not valid at Cornmarket, Providence Streetand Copenhagen Street car parks.

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CrownGatePark for £1 Sunday all day, every week.Park for just £1 after 5pm, every day.Opening Times: Monday–Sunday 8am-12.30am

Cathedral Plaza NCPTake advantage of the early bird special and payonly £3.50 all day if you park before 9.30am.Opening Times: Monday–Sunday 6.30am-12.30am

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WorcesterChristmas FayrePark & Ride 2013Thursday 28th–Friday 29th NovemberPerdiswell Park & Ride (WR3 7NS):7am-9.30pm (15 minute frequencyafter 7.10pm)

Saturday 30th NovemberPerdiswell Park & Ride (WR3 7NS):7am-8pmCounty Hall (WR5 2NP): 8.30am-8pm(using First 910 service County Hall toCathedral Island)

Sunday 1st DecemberPerdiswell Park & Ride (WR3 7NS):10am-5.15pm (20 min frequency)

More information call 01905 765 765or visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/park&ride

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Entertainment Programme

Keep informed at this year’s Fayreand listen out for

EUROPE’S CHAMPION TOWN CRYER

Entertainment can be found at E1 The Guildhall, High Street E2 Bell Square, CrownGate E3 Marks & Spencer Bay, New Street

For entertainment locations please see map on pages 7 & 8

Saturday 30th November 2013Times Location Entertainment Act Type10.00-11.00 E3 Shulah Oliver Violinist

10.00-10.45 E1 Salvation Army Brassband

11.00-11.30 E1 Salvation Army Brassband

11.00-12.00 E2 Worcester Ukulele Club Ukulele Band

11.30-12.15 E1 Worcester Concert Brass Orchestra

12.00-12.45 E2 Salvation Army Brassband

12.15-12.45 E1 DYNAMIX Choir

12.30-13.00 E2 Deaf Direct Sign Language Xmas Carols

12.45-13.45 E1 Worcester Cathedral Voluntary Choir Choir

13.00-13.45 E2 Worcester Concert Brass Orchestra

13.45-14.15 E1 Deaf Direct Sign Language Xmas Carols

13.45-14.30 E2 Worcester Volcano Community Choir Choir

14.30-15.00 E2 Deaf Direct Sign Language Xmas Carols

14.30-15.30 E1 The Whole Caboodle Five Piece Band

14.45-15.30 E1 Elgar School of Music Choir

15.30-16.00 E1 Hopwood Ladies Cycling Club Samba Drums and Spoons

16.30-17.00 E2 Hopwood Ladies Cycling Club Samba Drums and Spoons

18.30-19.00 E1 Colla Voce Choir

19.30-20.00 E1 Colla Voce Choir

11.00-15.00 Cathedral Plaza Cheltenham Face Painting Face painting

Roving Clik Clik Collective/Worcester Arts Workshop Procession

Roving Steam Popcorn Machine

Sunday 1st December 2013Times Location Entertainment Act Type11.00-12.00 E1 Single Reeds Saxophone Choir Saxophone Choir

11.30-12.30 E3 Shulah Oliver Violinist

12.00-12.20 E1 Tudor Grange Academy Choir

12.30-13.00 E1 Foxs Morris Morris Dancers

13.00-14.00 E2 Worcester Ukulele Club Ukulele Band

13.00-14.00 E1 Rock Choir Choir

14.00-14.45 E2 Chuck Harriet Band

14.00-14.30 E1 Foxs Morris Morris Dancers

14.30-14.45 E1 Dance in Motion Dance

11.00-13.30 Cathedral Plaza Cheltenham Face Painting Face painting

Roving Steam Popcorn Machine

Times Location Entertainment Act Type16.00-16.45 E1 Salvation Army Brass Band

16.30-17.00 E2 Lyppard Grange Primary School Choir

17.00-17.10 E1 Worcester Cathedral Voluntary Choir Choir

18.00-18.30 E1 Flyford Flavell First School Singing with hand bells

18.15-18.45 E3 The Ledbury Waytes Live Music

18.30-18.50 E1 Perdiswell School Choir Choir

19.00-20.00 E1 Worcester Male Voice Choir Choir

20.00-20.45 E1 Elgar School of Music Choir

Roving Victorian Carol Singers Roving carol singers

Roving Steam Popcorn Machine

Friday 29th November 2013Times Location Entertainment Act Type11.00-11.20 E2 Kings St Albans Wind Band

11.00-11.30 E1 RGS Springfield Choir

11.30-12.15 E2 Chuck Harriet Band

12.00-12.20 E1 St Mary’s School Choir

12.30-13.20 E1 Redhill C of E Primary School Choir

13.00-13.30 E2 Whittington C E Primary Choir

13.30-14.00 E1 Gorse Hill Community Primary School Choir

13.30-14.00 E2 Fort Royal Community Primary School Choir

14.00-14.30 E1 St Clement School Choir Choir

14.00-14.30 E2 St Barnabas Choir

14.30-14.50 E2 Perrywood Primary & Nursery School Choir

15.00-15.20 E1 Kings St Albans Wind Band

16.15-16.45 E1 Oldbury Park Primary School Choir

17.00-17.30 E3 The Ledbury Waytes Live Music

17.00-18.00 E2 Worcester Ukulele Club Ukulele Band

18.00-18.30 E1 Nunnery Wood High School Choir

19.00-19.30 E1 Colla Voce Choir

20.00-20.30 E1 Colla Voce Choir

Roving Victorian Carol Singers Roving carol singers

Roving Steam Popcorn Machine

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this publication, the publishers and promoters shall not be liable for any errors, omissions, location/product/time changes or cancellations. ©Visit Worcestershire 2013. The Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre is organised by Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerceon behalf of Worcester City Council.

Worcester’s popular, friendly little flea market

brings together a variety of items

including vintage, antiques, furniture,

jewellery and handcrafted goods.

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First Sunday of every month, February to December, 10.30am-4.30pm

CrownGate Outdoor Market, Angel Place F £1 parking all day at CrownGate

info@theworcesterflea.co.uk F www.theworcesterflea.blogspot.co.uk

Thursday 28th November 2013Opening Ceremony – sponsored by

OPENING CEREMONYDeparting at 17.15, the mayor will process from The Guildhall toThe Cornmarket (in front of the galloper) where the Fayre willbe officially opened. At 17.30 be entertained by performancesfrom the Salvation Army and Worcester Cathedral Voluntary Choir.The opening ceremony finishes at 18.00.

In addition tothe vibrantprogrammebelow there

will be Victorian charactersand a few surprises!

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in and aroundWorcester duringthe Christmas Fayre

The Elgar Birthplace Museum

Greyfriars House & Garden

The Commandery

The InfirmaryWorcester Cathedral

Worcestershire Museum of Freemasonry

The Elgar Birthplace Museum

Greyfriars House & Garden

The Commandery

George Marshall Medical Museum

Worcestershire Museum of Freemasonry

The InfirmaryTudor House

The Elgar Birthplace

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Worcester City

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Worcester City Art Gallery & MuseumTudor House

Worcester Cathedral

The Elgar Birthplace Museum

George Marshall

Medical Museum The Infirmary

Worcester

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The Infirmary

Worcester Cathedral

Greyfriars House & GardenThe Commandery

Tudor House

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Worcestershire Museum of Freemasonry

LOVEWORCESTER

LOVEWORCESTERHeritage FestivalFriday 14th February –Sunday 23rd February 2014

LOVEHistory, LOVE Architecture,LOVE Culture, LOVEWORCESTER

•Search for love and take a self-guided love themed tour•Renew your wedding vows service at Worcester Cathedral•Living History Weekend at The Commandery•Historic Walking Tours

www.visitworcestershire.org/loveworcester

Heritageeventshappeningacrossthe cityand beyond

People always tell us they feel rightat home as soon as they step

through the door at Latimer Court,and that's music to our ears.

After all, we pride ourselves onour genuine warmth and

friendliness – it's all part of thefirst-class care and support that

we provide to the people ofWorcester and beyond.

• Nursing care • Residential care• Dementia care • Respite care

Dementia Unitopening soon at

Latimer Court Care Home

www.barchester.com

If you fancy a lookaround our home – orjust need a bit of friendlyadvice – give us a call on 01905 363 270

Darwin Avenue, Worcester, WR5 1SP

The team atLatimer Court

Why not drop in and take a tour around our new dementia care unit?

Greyfriars House &Garden,Friar StreetCandle-Lit Christmas28th & 29th November, 6-9pmSee nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriarsfor more details £

Old Saint Martin’s Church,The CornmarketVictorian Parlour servinglight refreshments30th November 10am-5pm

Great Witley Operatic Society Concert30th November, 10.30am-12noon& 2-3.30pm

Cards for Good Causes30th November, throughout day

Worcester City Art Gallery&MuseumTraditional Christmas CreationsRoll a beeswax candle and make ascented pomander, studded with

cloves and sparkly gems. Wrap yourcreation in a hand printed beadedbag. Suitable for all the family,no booking required.30th November, 11am-4.30pm £

Vintage & Craft Christmas Bazaarby Second Hand Rose andThe Worcester Flea15 stalls selling genuine vintage clothingand accessories including costumejewellery, hats, scarves and bags, aswell as handmade craft and gift items.30th November, 10.30am-5.30pmFor further details call 01905 25371 orvisit museumsworcestershire.org.uk

St Swithun’s Institute,The TrinityWorcester Gilbert & SullivanSocietyMikado in a day – Workshop30th November, 10.30am-1pmConcert 4-6.30pmCall 07531 818196 for details £

Worcester CathedralChristmas Fayre in the Cloisterswith quality gift and craft stalls.Mulled wine, mince pies andrefreshments in the Chapter House.Music in the Nave.29th & 30th November, 10am-4pm1st December, 12.30-3.30pm

Candlelit Advent Processionwith Candles1st December, 6.30pm

The Elgar Birthplace Museum3 miles west of WorcesterExplore the life and times of Sir EdwardElgar England’s great Victoriancomposer.Thursday 28th November–Sunday 1st December £Group offer £3 per person (10+)For further details please call01905 333224 or emailbirthplace@elgarmuseum.orgwww.elgarmuseum.org

worcester repertory company presents:

Ben Humphrey as Widow Twankey

Fiona McGregor as The Genie

James Keningale as Aladdin

Make all your Christmas wishes come true with a

sparkling production of Aladdin,

a magical family adventure for the

festive season.

3rd December to 5th January 2014

and Directed by Chris JaegerTickets £10.75 - £15.75

Written by Chris Jaeger & Paul Milton

at the Swan Theatre

Graeme Brooks as Abanazar

Liz Grand as the

Empress of China

www.theswantheatre.co.uk

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Sanctuary Group is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity

Supporting the community

Sanctuary Group, Chamber Court, Castle Street, Worcester, WR1 3ZQ. Tel: 01905 334000

www.sanctuary-group.co.uk

Our position as a major housing and careprovider means that we operate at the very heart of communities.

We aim to make a positive difference by investing in community initiatives and creating new jobs and training opportunitiesfor local people.

Working closely with our residents and partners we can achieve more.

Sanctuary Group - investing in the future