We welcome all visitors. Please ask if you need more information.

Physical access

Designated parking spaces close to reception. Wheelchair for use on site.

In the modern Elgar Centre, wheelchair access throughout
visitor reception
exhibition area
shop
meeting/recital room
accessible toilet
In the historic Birthplace Cottage, the upper floor is approached by steep and narrow stairs, which limits or prevents access for less agile visitors.
Wheelchair access to
ground floor of cottage, including the study
garden (gravel paths)


Sir Edward Elgar, September 1933.

For visitors with hearing impairment

Most rooms and exhibits are visual
Printed captions and room guides
If you would have difficulty hearing emergency alarms
please tell us when you arrive
Hearing Dogs welcome

For visitors with sight impairment

Large-print room guides on request
Audio-guide describes many exhibits, with Elgar's words and music
Telephone-type handsets play further musical extracts
Guide dogs welcome
A handling box is available by prior booking, free of charge to visually impaired visitors.