About this Event
The haunted Commandery is believed to be home to numerous ghosts, owing to its extensive and ancient history dating back over a millennium. Originally established as a medieval monastic hospital, it later served as a Royalist headquarters during the Civil War and even functioned as a college for blind gentlemen's sons in the 19th century. Notably, it was the site of Charles II's headquarters during the Battle of Worcester in 1651, which marked the end of the Civil War in England. The Commandery has a rich and diverse history, and it is thought that some of its past occupants still haunt the sprawling building. Even experienced ghost hunters can find themselves on edge during ghost hunts at this location. Reports of poltergeist activity are common, with staff members claiming to witness doors opening and shutting on their own. Visitors to the solar room often sense a strong feeling of being watched and avoid returning. The ghostly figure of a monk has been sighted in the minstrels gallery, and mournful cries can be heard echoing through the museum and emanating from the preachers room. We cordially invite you to join our team on a spine-tingling ghost hunt at the haunted Commandery in Worcester.
History Of The Commandery
Whilst the building can trace its origins back over 1,000 years to its time as a medieval monastic hospital, through the centuries it famously performed a key role as a Royalist headquarters during the Civil War, and for a time in the 19th century as a college catering to the ‘blind sons of gentlemen’.
The building attributed to Saint Wulfstan was a monastic institution designed to act as a hospital. It seems to have been established with the needs of travellers in mind. Its location, just outside the city walls beside the Sidbury gate, put it at the junction of the main roads from London, Bath and Bristol.
After serving its original function for nearly 500 years, the hospital was among the last monastic institutions to be dissolved by Henry VIII in 1540. From this date onwards the Commandery was to fulfil a number of vastly varied roles that would see it the focus of national events during the Civil War.
Even within living memory this fascinating timber-framed building has seen a number of uses. Many will recall its life as the Littlebury Printworks, producing local trade directories among many other publications.
During the 20th century, the site was made up of several addresses, including 1 Commandery Drive, which was a private family home, and two small shops facing on to Sidbury (now the main entrance), one a wool shop, and the other a sweet shop, which several local people have recalled as a favourite stopping point en route from school.
Littlebury’s closed its doors in 1973, citing the introduction of Value Added Tax for the loss of more than 50 jobs.
The company had been careful custodians of the historic building and were keen to see it enter public ownership.
After several months of negotiation it was finally sold to Worcester City Council in October 1973, and a scheme to restore and convert the building to use as a ‘cultural and leisure centre’ put forward. Initial restoration works took place prior to The Commandery museum opening in 1977 and over the years major works have been necessary, perhaps one of the most memorable being works to the frontage building in the late 1980s, when it was found to be structurally unsafe.
This Event Includes
Access to this eerie location after dark
Working in Small Groups, Using an array of different equipment and techniques
Spiritual Medium during the investigation
Complimentary Tea, Coffee,
Complimentary light snacks
Please remember to bring your torch as these are required at all our events. Please remember to wear suitable footwear as this location has a lot of stairs and very uneven floors.
This location is suitable for people with walking and mobility issues.
OVER 18's ONLY
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Commandery, Sidbury, Worcester, United Kingdom
GBP 49.00
