Name: The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace
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The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace

National Trust - The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace, Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester, Worcestershire WR2 6RH, UK

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The Firs the birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar is most definitely home to ‘Land of Hope and Glory’. Set in sight of his beloved Malvern Hills, this small family home in the village of Lower Broadheath is the perfect environment for nurturing a creative genius.

Perhaps by wandering around the garden over the cottage threshold a spark of inspiration may alight in our welcomed guests. Things to see and do: The Elgar Study Exhibition, The Birthplace Cottage, Cottage Garden and Visitor Centre.

Prices starts from £12.10 for adults, £6.10 for Child and £18.20 for Family. If you are looking for Best place for day out with kids and families then this is the perfect destination offering fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories for everyone.

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Elgar's Cottage: The birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar, this small family home is set in the midst of a delightful cottage garden and with sight of the Malvern Hills. Stand within the four walls of the humble cottage where he was born and be immersed in a world that Elgar believed already contained music that was there for the taking.
Cottage garden: Planted in the classic cottage garden style, the garden offers a place to sit, reflect, and admire a vast array of seasonal flowers and plants, throughout the year. There is also an orchard and woodland to explore.
The Elgar Visitor Centre: Discover exhibitions giving a real insight into Elgar's world. With historic collection's including many of Elgar's personal belongings and artefacts, photographs, videos and interactive displays, there is so much to explore in our visitor centre.
Play activities: Musical adventures await, with our family friendly outdoor Sound Garden and free to play piano in the visitor centre. Spend time outside in our pretty cottage garden and woodland areas, hunting for bugs in bug hotels and wild areas.
Rent out one of our spaces: Looking for a space to hire out? Here at The Firs, we have plenty of rooms to suit your needs. Our venue holds a unique place in British history as a site which honours the life of Sir Edward Elgar the man behind ‘Nimrod’ and ‘Land of Hope and Glory’. We have multiple spaces within our visitor centre which can be used to hire out and are perfect for classes, meetings, conferences and concerts. We are located just 4 miles (only a 10-minute drive!) from the city of Worcester. Email [email protected] for more information.
Explore the garden at The Firs: The classic cottage garden at The Firs offers a place to sit and relax, with colourful borders throughout the year, a fruitful orchard and views of Elgar’s beloved Malverns. Explore the Sound Garden and fill the air with music or take a seat and have a quiet moment in Elgar’s summerhouse.
Things to do with family at The Firs: Spend time surrounded by musical inspiration in the pretty cottage and garden at The Firs and make music with instruments in the sound garden.
Things to see and do at The Firs: Explore Elgar's birthplace cottage, set in the sight of his beloved Malvern Hills to find out more about his early years in this small family home. Discover Elgar's fascinating inner sanctum with exhibitions in the visitor centre and listen out for regular talks by Elgar experts who give an insight into the man behind the music.
Eating and drinking at The Firs: At Little Al's cafe at The Firs you can be sure that every piping hot latte, sumptuous homemade cake and tasty brunch is served with a smile. They're proud winners of the Visit Worcestershire 2022 Ethical, Responsible, and Sustainable Tourism Award for their dedication to implementing the best ethical and environmental practices in their business.
Visiting The Firs with your dog: Following Elgar's great love of dogs, The Firs welcomes you and your four-legged for a dog walk with a difference. Stroll in the cottage garden and woodland area as well as exploring the indoor exhibitions in the visitor centre together.

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Food & Drinks: Visit Little Al's cafe at The Firs you can be sure that every piping hot latte, sumptuous homemade cake and tasty brunch is served with a smile. They're proud winners of the Visit Worcestershire 2022 Ethical, Responsible, and Sustainable Tourism Award for their dedication to implementing the best ethical and environmental practices in their business.
Dogs allowed: Dogs are welcome on leads within all areas of the visitor centre, café and the cottage garden. Assistance dogs only in Cottage.

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A walk in Elgar country: Explore the Worcestershire countryside around the village of Lower Broadheath, Elgar's birthplace, where the composer loved to roam, on an easy circular walk.

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Whole Property up to 28 Feb 2027:

Adult (18+): £12.10 with Gift Aid & £11.00 without Gift Aid.
Child (5–17), under 5s free: £6.10 with Gift Aid & £5.50 without Gift Aid.
Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): £33.30 with Gift Aid & £27.50 without Gift Aid.
1 Adult Family: £18.20 with Gift Aid & £16.50 without Gift Aid.
Group (Adult 18+): £10.45 without Gift Aid.
Group (Child 5–17): £5.23 without Gift Aid.

For more information please visit: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/the-firs#place-prices

Pricing URL: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/the-firs#place-prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

House: 10:00 - 16:30
Visitor centre and Cottage Garden: 10:00 - 17:00

Time may vary please check here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/worcestershire-herefordshire/the-firs#place-opening-times

Address: National Trust - The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace, Crown East Lane, Lower Broadheath, Worcester, Worcestershire WR2 6RH, UK

Post Code: WR2 6RH

Council: Malvern Hills

County: Worcestershire

By road: From the north or south via the M5, exit at Junc 7 and follow A44 Worcester South. Follow A4440 around the south of Worcester then A44 towards Bromyard, turn off right after 0.4 mile. Follow the brown signs for Elgar Birthplace. From the west follow A44 towards Worcester and turn left into Crown East Lane at the brown signs for Elgar Birthplace.
By train: The nearest railway station is at Worcester. From the station we suggest a taxi or public transport. See below for bus information.
By bus: Take the Astons 308 from Crowngate Bus Station in Worcester which passes The Firs and alight at the nearest stop. 308 - Worcester - Martley. Alternatively take the 420 from Crowngate Bus Station in Worcester. Alight at Crown East Lane and walk for app 15 mins to Elgar Birthplace. 420 Hereford to Worcester via Withington and Bromyard.
Cycling: Follow the Sustrans link for directions to Elgar Museum.