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Malvern Museum of Local History Malvern Museum of Local History is housed in the historic Priory Gatehouse in Great Malvern. It tells the story of Malvern and the surrounding area.

It has recently come to our attention, thanks to one of our visitors, that our little Monk teddies look remarkably famil...
07/10/2026

It has recently come to our attention, thanks to one of our visitors, that our little Monk teddies look remarkably familiar…👀

With "The Traitors" currently back on our screens, we can’t help but notice the resemblance!

Could our Monk teddies have been secretly recruited as Traitors?

We’ll leave that one for you to decide...

If you want a Traitor/Monk teddy for yourself, visit the museum everyday from 10:30 to 4:00 until the end of October!!!

Heritage Week is upon us!Discover the fascinating history of the building that is home to Malvern Museum, the Priory Gat...
09/09/2026

Heritage Week is upon us!

Discover the fascinating history of the building that is home to Malvern Museum, the Priory Gatehouse, also known as the ‘Abbey Gateway’.

Dating back to the late 15th century, the Gatehouse was once the entrance to the Benedictine Priory of Great Malvern. Today, it is a Grade II listed building and Scheduled Ancient Monument as well as a rare surviving example of medieval monastic architecture.

Look closely and you can still see original features, including ancient oak gate timbers, medieval stonework, the porter’s squint window and more!

To celebrate Heritage Week, entry to Malvern Museum will be FREE on Saturday 12th September!
Remember, we're open 9am-4pm.

Come along, explore the museum and discover the story of one of Malvern’s most fascinating historic buildings. ❤️

The Boating Lake, now the Duck Pond in Priory Park 🦆. The outdoor swimming pool was off to the left, so for those who wa...
08/08/2026

The Boating Lake, now the Duck Pond in Priory Park 🦆.

The outdoor swimming pool was off to the left, so for those who wanted, they could swim! This probably included locals, such as CSLewis and his visiting friend, JRRTolkien. And let’s not forget the drunk punks who filled this park in the 1970s!

But, of course, the pond was originally a spring-filled fishing lake for the Benedictine monks of the Priory.




The same spot today!

This photo was donated to the museum and shows the Tank Quarry that remained open until 1974. The people of Malvern had ...
22/07/2026

This photo was donated to the museum and shows the Tank Quarry that remained open until 1974.

The people of Malvern had to endure the constant explosions. The sound of new, large scale industry with intrusive banging was considered evil by those watching their natural landscape disappear.

These changes even helped inspire themes in J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings🧝🏻‍♂️

It took until 1977 for the Board of Conservators, formed in 1884, to close all the quarries.

Visit us and discover the full story at Malvern Museum.

Did you know that Malvern Museum has a little gift shop tucked away inside? Whether you're searching for a unique keepsa...
14/07/2026

Did you know that Malvern Museum has a little gift shop tucked away inside?

Whether you're searching for a unique keepsake, a thoughtful gift, or a little reminder of your visit to the beautiful Malvern Hills, there's something for everyone.

We're proud to stock a wonderful range of products from local artists, makers, and producers, including:

📚 Books by local authors exploring the fascinating history of Malvern.

🍯 Delicious locally made honey, fudge and more.

🎨 Beautiful cards and magnets featuring artwork inspired by the Malvern Hills

🗺️ Maps of the local area in case you're looking for more activities around the hills.

Our shop is open every day (10.30- 16:00), and the best part is that you don't need to pay museum admission to visit. Access to the shop is completely free.

Pop in, have a browse, and support local talent and our independent museum, while discovering something special to take home. We can't wait to welcome you!

This 4th of July, Malvern Museum is launching Donkey Dash🫏 !!!Little explorers can enjoy our fun-filled Donkey Dash trai...
28/06/2026

This 4th of July, Malvern Museum is launching Donkey Dash🫏 !!!

Little explorers can enjoy our fun-filled Donkey Dash trail, hunting for hidden donkeys, completing donkey-themed challenges, and following the trail around the museum.

Along the way, they'll discover the fascinating story of Malvern's donkeys and the important role they played in the town's history.

Best of all – children visit the museum for FREE! (Children must be accompanied by at least one paying adult.)

Drop in anytime between 10:30am and 4:00pm – no booking needed.

We can't wait to welcome you this summer! 🌞


On this Volunteers' Week, we celebrate our brilliant, selfless, and hardworking team of volunteers!The Malvern Museum op...
01/06/2026

On this Volunteers' Week, we celebrate our brilliant, selfless, and hardworking team of volunteers!

The Malvern Museum operates thanks to a handful of history-loving individuals, dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of our town.

This week, we thank you all for your time, commitment, and service!!!

Visiting Malvern for the Bank Holiday weekend?Looking for a quick break from the hot sun? ☀️Visit the Malvern Museum and...
22/05/2026

Visiting Malvern for the Bank Holiday weekend?
Looking for a quick break from the hot sun? ☀️

Visit the Malvern Museum and discover the rich history of Malvern and the magnificent hills that surround it. 🌄

We look forward to welcoming you!

~Open daily at 10:30 . Last entry 16:00.

This year’s Water Festival’s theme is birds. Malvern Museum is offering a children’s trail during the Bank Holiday weeke...
27/04/2026

This year’s Water Festival’s theme is birds. Malvern Museum is offering a children’s trail during the Bank Holiday weekend.

Hunt for the birds that are hiding in the Museum and discover some of the exciting objects in the Museum’s collection.

See you there!

Address

Malvern Museum Priory Gatehouse
Malvern
WR143ES

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 10:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441684567811

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