2026 marks 375 years since the Battle of Worcester – the dramatic final clash of the English Civil Wars that left England without a monarch and changed the course of the country’s history.

Bring your group to discover more about this pivotal moment in English history at The Commandery, one of Worcester’s oldest and most beautiful buildings, which played a central role as the Royalist Headquarters during the Battle of Worcester.

Discover our exclusive offers for group visits during 2026 below.

•    The Commandery offers a 10% discount on admission for group visits of 10 people or more.
•     In addition you can book a 1-hour tour for £85 per group.

Step into the dramatic final chapter of the English Civil War with our one-hour Battle of Worcester guided tour at The Commandery, exclusive for group visits in 2026.

Discover how the decisive clash of 1651 unfolded across the city as you stand within the headquarters used by the Royalist forces.

• Come face to face with the haunting death mask of Oliver Cromwell
• Find out about the fate of the Duke of Hamilton
• Hear the gripping stories of courage, defeat, and escape that shaped the nation’s future.
• Take in views toward Fort Royal Hill, where crucial fighting raged during the Battle of Worcester.

Engaging, atmospheric, and rich in powerful stories, this tour brings 17th-century Worcester vividly back to life.

Discover centuries of extraordinary history on this engaging one-hour guided tour of The Commandery and its varied history, available anytime.

From its medieval origins as a monastic hospital to its time as a family home, a school for the blind son of gentlemen, Royalist headquarters and printworks, this remarkable building has continually reinvented itself at the heart of Worcester’s story.

Packed with fascinating characters, dramatic turning points, and architectural treasures, this tour brings the many lives of The Commandery to life.

Experience Worcester’s Civil War story all year round

Visit The Commandery throughout the year to discover Worcester’s fascinating Civil War history.

See Oliver Cromwell’s death mask, take part in a Charles II-themed escape room game, and choose your side to see how you fare in the battle as the  Civil War Story exhibition takes you back 375 years into a murky, conflicted 17th-century Worcester.

Explore English Civil War 375 across Worcestershire

There are lots of events, exhibitions and experiences across Worcester and the wider county marking the 375th anniversary.

Head to Visit Worcestershire for details of more events.

Booking a group visit in 2026 but not a guided tour?

All group visits in 2026 will come with a free 10-minute introduction focusing on the building’s pivotal role in the Battle of Worcester.

Our knowledgeable guides will set the scene for how this remarkable building became the Royalist headquarters in 1651 and reveal why the Commandery remains one of Worcester’s most important historic sites — the perfect starting point for your visit.

Please get in touch to arrange your group visit

Phone: 01905 361821

Email: commandery@museumsworcestershire.org.uk