Plaque: Severn Street

You'll need to look carefully to spot this modest blue plaque on Severn Street in Worcester. It marks a spot of local historical significance, though you'll likely spend more time reading it than actually standing there - this is very much a 'blink and you'll miss it' attraction.

History enthusiasts will appreciate the brief glimpse into Worcester's past, but let's be honest, it's not going to occupy you for more than five minutes. The plaque itself sits on a fairly ordinary street, so don't expect any grand surroundings or photo opportunities.

Families staying at nearby holiday parks like Worcester Glamping or Ketch Caravan Park might incorporate this into a walking tour of the city centre, but it's hardly worth a special detour. Better to combine it with other Worcester attractions like the Cathedral or the porcelain works.

The beauty of these street plaques is they're always accessible and completely free - you can read it at any time of day or night. Just don't build your entire day around it. It's the sort of thing that adds a bit of context if you happen to be walking past, rather than a destination in its own right.