Greyfriars House and Garden, Worcester, Worcestershire. Paid entry
Details
Accessibility
Please see http://shopmobilityworcester.org.uk/
"Parking - no onsite parking. Car parks at Cornmarket and St Martin's Gate (pay & display)
Wheelchair access to the ground floor of the house
Cobbles leading through the gateway and steps down to the garden
We have induction loops installed in visitor reception and the Old Oak Cafe.
There are narrow entrances between rooms around the house. There is also a narrow passage by the main staircase.
There is plenty of seating available throughout the site. There are also seats for use during the tours.
Greyfriars has cobbles leading through the gateway, steps into the house and cafe. Then steps down to the garden. No.14 - Reception and the bookshop have a step down into the building. Disabled drop off on Pump Street, and Union Street."
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriars-house-and-garden#Facilities%20and%20access
Brief description
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greyfriars,_Worcester
2023: "Greyfriars, Worcester is a Grade I listed building in Worcester, England. Its location near to a former friary of the Franciscan order of Greyfriars has in the past led to speculation that it was constructed as their guest house, but it is now believed to have been built as a house and brew-house c.1485 for Thomas Grene, brewer and High Bailiff of Worcester from 1493-1497.[1][2][3] It has been in the ownership of the National Trust since 1966.[4]
Greyfriars is a two storey timber frame building with close studding and jettied upperfloor. It is 69 feet long and has a curved facade that follows the line of the street. It has been subject to numerous extensions and alterations throughout its life.[1]"
Address
Friar Street, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR1 2LZ
greyfriars@nationaltrust.org.uk
Phone
Website
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriars-house-and-garden
https://www.facebook.com/GreyfriarsNT
Directions
2026: "Follow directions to Worcester city centre. Parking - no onsite parking. Car parks at Cornmarket and St Martin's Gate (pay & display). Bike racks can be found in the city centre at The Cross. Closest available parking at St Martin’s Gate (0.2 miles), The Cornmarket (0.2 miles), and Cathedral Square (0.3 miles). Disabled drop off on Pump Street, and Union Street.
Parking: None on site. The closest parking is at St Martin's Gate car park at £4 per day. Make the most of your day by visiting Worcester Cathedral and Tudor House Museum all within walking distance of Greyfriars. Please note this car park is not National Trust and charges apply to all including members."
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change.
2026: "Opening times for 18 February 2026, (usually Tuesday-Saturdays, but also open on Bank Holidays)
House 10-12 guided tours / - 1-3pm self guided
Garden Closed
Old Oak Cafe 10:00 - 16:00
And Opening times for 25 April 2026
House 10-12 guided tours / - 1-4pm self guided
Garden 10:00 - 16:00
Old Oak Cafe 10:00 - 16:00
Free entry to the garden, cafe and second-hand bookshop.
For most of the year, entry to the whole house is by guided tour, Tuesday - Saturday. Guided tours run daily but are subject to tour guide availability.
Occasionally we have self led experiences, which alter to our normal offer. Check our events pages to see whats happening.
We request that any groups over 6 will need to book to visit the property as part of a group by phoning 01905 23571 or emailing greyfriars@nationaltrust.org.uk.
House - by guided tour
Ticket type With Gift Aid & Without Gift Aid
Adult (18+) £12.10, £11.00
Child (5-17) under 5s free £6.10, £5.50
Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £30.30, £27.50
1 adult, 3 children £18.20, £16.50 "
Transport
"Closest bus stops are City Walls Road & Crowngate Bus Station. Details about Worcester bus services can be found here: http://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/info/20021/bus_travel/1001/bus_timetables
By train: Worcester Forgate Street ½ mile, and 0.7 miles from Shrub Hill Station"
Amenities
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/greyfriars-house-and-garden#Facilities%20and%20access
Assistance dogs are allowed throughout the site.
Our hall is licensed to hold weddings for up to 45 guests. Speak to our team to plan your perfect day at Greyfriars@nationaltrust.org.uk
We have a second-hand bookshop located in No.14 that covers two floors. It is open Tuesday - Saturday 10.30-16.00. Donations are welcome.
The Old Oak Café is open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4pm. There is a small step up to the servery. There is plenty of indoor seating in the Spence and Hall, as well as outside seating on the terrace.
To visit the house is by guided tour, which are led by our volunteers. There are a limited amount of spaces due to the size of the house, please visit our reception at No.14 (directly opposite Greyfriars) to sign up. The tour is roughly 60 minutes. We also offer volunteer led house highlights in the afternoon which last around 30 minutes.
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
(Calls cost 12p per minute plus your phone company's access charge)
Location
Nearest Venues
The Guildhall, Worcester, WR1 2EY
142 metres*
241 metres*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.