The Royal Porcelain Works – which has been developed to showcase the county’s artistry and craftsmanship – will host talks twice a month in the hall.

The next talk – which will be held on Tuesday 6 August – is entitled Worcestershire Treasures and will be delivered by Paul Hudson. Covering all aspects of the county’s collections including those housed in the archive and archaeological services for Worcestershire, some are well known – including Shakespeare’s marriage bond – whilst some are lesser known.

During the summer and autumn, the following talks will be held :

· Edward Elgar and the Wand of Youth, Joe Tierney, Tuesday 27 August;

· Worcestershire Inn and Pub Names, Anthony Collis, Tuesday 3 September;

· Bells in the City, Mark Regan, Tuesday 10 September;

· Gardens of Hanbury Hall, Neil Cook, Tuesday 1 October;

· Great Witley Church, Howard Robinson, Tuesday 15 October.