Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury Castle

01/06/2026

June is Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month! Be sure to follow Atchin Tan Project to see what's in store at the County Museum this month. ✨

We are having such a lovely day preparing for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month at Worcestershire County Museum at Hartlebury Castle ! ☀️

26/05/2026

Make a silver ring here at Worcestershire County Museum! 💍

Learn the basics of traditional jewellery making with experienced tutor Melissa Hunt. Use copper to explore a range of techniques - including how to create textures and finishes - then make a stunning silver ring to your own design and size.

Saturday 11 July from 10am - 3.45pm.

Find out more and book your place ➡️ https://www.museumsworcestershire.org.uk/events/make-a-silver-ring-one-day-course-july/

15/05/2026

You'll be greeted by some stunning roses when you visit this month - with a beautiful scent too!🌹😍

12/05/2026

A brilliant school workshop as part of the Atchin Tan Project!

Look out for their creations on display when you visit the County Museum in June during Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month. 🙌

01/05/2026

Are you following the Atchin Tan Project? 🌿

Funded by the Arts Council England and the Elmley Foundation, Atchin Tan aims to bring to life Gypsy, Roma and Traveller culture in Worcestershire County Museum's nationally significant Vardo collection. The project is focused on reinterpretation, community involvement, endangered crafts and negating stereotypes.

Follow along and get involved over at the Atchin Tan Project page!

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We are based at County Museum at Hartlebury Castle and our project is funded by Arts Council England and the Elmley Foundation.
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05/04/2026

Happy Easter from this beautiful blossom outside the County Museum. 😍🐣

03/04/2026

Super cute! 🐑😍

20/03/2026

We had a brilliant silver ring making workshop at the County Museum last weekend!💍

Thanks to Melissa Hunt for running the session and to all our attendees on the day who gave some lovely feedback:

"Really enjoyable day – great teacher – fab results.”

“Very well-run course with knowledgeable instructor and friendly group. Beautiful ring to take home."

Watch this space for more workshops at the County Museum. 😍

17/03/2026

Visiting this week? 🌺 Please note that the County Museum's lift will be closed for essential maintenance on Thursday 19 and Friday 20 March, meaning that some of the museum may not be accessible to all visitors.

If you'd like further info before you visit, please get in touch with the team on 01299 250416. Apologies for any inconvenience caused - we hope you enjoy a visit soon.

11/03/2026

Looking for a great day out on Mothers' Day? Mums get free entry to Hartlebury Castle, including the County Museum, on Sunday! 🥰☀️