Hartlebury Castle facts for kids
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The exterior of Hartlebury Castle from the front
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| Coordinates | 52°20′19″N 2°14′32″W / 52.3386°N 2.2421°W |
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Hartlebury Castle is a very old and important building located near Hartlebury in Worcestershire, central England. It was built a long time ago, in the mid-1200s, as a strong, protected manor house. A manor house is a large country house that was once the main home of a lord or wealthy person. The land where the castle stands was given to the Bishop of Worcester by King Burgred of Mercia even before the castle was built.
Hartlebury Castle is a "Grade I listed building." This means it's considered a very special historical building in England and is protected. It's near Stourport-on-Severn, an area with many other big country houses like Witley Court and Abberley Hall. Over time, Hartlebury Castle became the main home for the Bishop of Worcester.
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Discover the Worcestershire County Museum
Today, the Worcestershire County Museum is found inside Hartlebury Castle. It's located in what used to be the servants' quarters. This part of the castle was where the staff who worked for the bishop lived and carried out their daily tasks.
The museum is a great place to learn about local history. It has many interesting things on display, including old toys, amazing archaeological finds, and historical costumes. You can also see crafts made by the Bromsgrove Guild, learn about local industries, and discover how people used to travel. There are even exhibits about the geology and natural history of the area.
Step Back in Time: Period Rooms
The museum also features special rooms that show what life was like in different historical periods. You can explore a schoolroom, a nursery (a room for children), and a scullery (a small kitchen for washing dishes). There are also rooms decorated to look like they did during the Victorian, Georgian, and Civil War times.
Explore the Castle Grounds
Outside the castle, you can explore the beautiful grounds. Here, you'll find a cider mill, which is a building where apples were pressed to make cider. There's also the Transport Gallery. This gallery is full of different vehicles from the past, including a fire engine, a hansom cab (a type of horse-drawn carriage), old bicycles, carts, and a collection of Gypsy caravans.
Images for kids
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Exterior of Hartlebury Castle
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The Chapel at Hartlebury Castle
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The rear of the house and the moat
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The Cider Mill onsite at Hartlebury Castle.
