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Extra Open Days over May Half-Term

We’re thrilled to announce that The Firs will also open on Tuesday and Thursday this week as part of our Elgar Festival celebrations! Don’t miss the chance to join in.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

We’re opening The Firs for two extra days this May Half‑Term so you can enjoy even more time exploring Elgar’s birthplace!

The Elgar Festival runs from Saturday 24 May to Sunday 1 June, bringing performances and activities across Worcestershire in honour of one of Britain’s greatest composers.

More information and booking details are available at: https://elgarfestival.org/

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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Upcoming events

Easter Adventure Trail at The Firs 

From Monday 23 March to Sunday 12 April, hop into Spring this Easter at The Firs. Can you discover all ten activity stations and make the robin sing?

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on
10 Apr to 12 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 2 other dates or times

Festival of Blossom at The Firs - Elgar's Birthplace 

Celebrate the arrival of spring and brighter days to come. We invite you to enjoy and feel inspired by blossom's fleeting beauty at The Firs - Elgar's Birthplace.

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17 Apr to 18 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 19 other dates or times

Experience Elgar's Cello Concerto Live 

Experience Elgar’s iconic Cello Concerto in a recital by Corinne Frost and Janine Parsons, introduced by an engaging talk from Elgar expert Richard Westwood-Brookes. An immersive musical event offering fresh insight into this much‑loved masterpiece.

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on
19 Apr to 11 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00+ 3 other dates or times

Volante Strings Present: Cello & Strings in Harmony 

Join Volante Strings for an uplifting concert featuring cellist Corinne Frost in Boccherini’s Cello Concerto, plus Elgar’s Serenade and Janáček’s Suite for Strings. A beautiful hour of music.

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2 May 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time