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King and Country

In celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III on the 6th May, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of British royal history of The Lygon Arms.

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In celebration of the Coronation of King Charles III on the 6th May, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of British royal history of The Lygon Arms. Stay at our 600-year-old coaching inn for a relaxing three-night break, including dinner, bed and breakfast, taking the opportunity to revel in its royal past and a selection of the best English country gardens, a passion of our new King. Find out more

SLEEP LIKE ROYALTY...

Upgrade to our impressive ‘King Charles I Suite’, named in honour of when Charles I met his supporters at The Lygon Arms (then The White Hart) during the English Civil War (1642-1651). Sleep soundly nestled in the ornate four poster bed and relaxing in the extra space - the beautifully appointed suite still features the intriguing secret staircase that offered a royal escape route in case of danger.

WALK IN ROYAL FOOTSTEPS

You can continue to trace the footsteps of Charles I and II throughout Worcester where supporters of King Charles I, and his son, later Charles II, during the Civil Wars that raged between Parliamentarians (Roundheads) and Royalists (Cavaliers) throughout the country between 1642 and 1651. On his way from Scotland to London, where he hoped to take the throne, he believed was rightfully his, King Charles II arrived in Worcester. He decided to make his stand following the news that Oliver Cromwell’s Parliamentarian’s army was quickly advancing.

The Fort Royal, which stood on the hill behind The Commandery in Worcester, became one of the King’s first lines of defence, and The Commandery itself was chosen as one of the headquarters for the Royalist army. Unfortunately for Charles, it was the Battle of Worcester that proved to be the end of Royalist hopes, changing the governance of England forever.

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  • Available on selected dates
  • Not available in conjunction with any other offers
  • Excludes bank holidays
  • Subject to availability