Encounter the past brought to life in a beautiful building with an 800 year history. Set in the heart of historic Worcester, The Commandery is most famous for being the Royalist Headquarters during the deciding battle of the English Civil War - the Battle of Worcester 1651. With an exciting programme of events bringing history to life, and fun family activities every school holiday, as well as its own gardens and the nearby Civil War themed play area on Fort Royal Hill, The Commandery is the perfect family day out. Rally the troops and drop into Commandery Coffee, an independent coffee shop with delicious home-made food, artisan coffee and loose leaf teas. For a Worcester resident's ticket, please make sure that you bring your council tax bill for proof of residency.