The Firs | Worcestershire | National Trust

Opening times for 16 October 2025
Asset	Opening time
House	Closed
Visitor centre and Cottage Garden	Closed

Whole Property from March 2025
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)	£33.30	£27.50
1 Adult Family	£18.20	£16.50
Group (Adult 18+)		£10.45
Group (Child 5-17)		£5.23

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.

Eating and Shopping

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. Browse through The Firs large collection of quality second-hand books, CD’s and LP’s, all at great prices which help to support our work at The Firs.

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 the.firs@nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.

Autumn at The Firs

We're open every weekend from 10am to 3pm, inviting you to explore the birthplace of Worcester’s most celebrated composer. Wander through Elgar’s charming cottage, beautifully decorated for the season, and stroll the peaceful garden paths that inspired his music. Discover why this idyllic spot remained so close to his heart.

What's on at The Firs?

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Photograph showing wall art of Elgar on his bicycle and taking his feet off the pedals at The Firs

Christmas at The Firs

We'll be open exclusively for our Father Christmas event, but you're still very welcome to pop into the café for a warm drink and a festive bite.

Quaint red brick Victorian cottage and birthplace of Edward Elgar with a blanket of snow

Meet Father Christmas at The Firs

Step into a festive wonderland at The Firs! Meet Father Christmas, craft decorations, hunt for reindeer, and enjoy magical activities with his elves. A joyful Christmas experience for the whole family—booking essential.

Events at The Firs

Explore the garden at The Firs

Explore the cottage garden at The Firs, birthplace of Sir Edward Elgar. Discover seasonal borders, the Sound Garden, and sit beside Elgar’s statue as you take in views of the Malverns.

Visitors in the garden at The Firs, Worcestershire

Things to do with family at The Firs

Spend time making music at The Firs, where the cottage and garden offer space to be creative. Use instruments and explore nature through outdoor activities that inspire play, discovery, and imagination.

Things to see and do at The Firs

The small family home which nurtured the creative genius of Sir Edward Elgar. Visit the cottage where he was born and learn more about his life and work in the visitor centre.

Welcome reception at The Firs - a light airy space

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.