Royal Worcester Visitor Centre, Worcester

One of the world's best known names in porcelain opens its doors to the public. See the craftsmen making and decorating fine pieces and have a go yourself. Behind the scenes tours for connoisseurs offer visits to departments not usually open to the public. You can also buy the latest designs as well as cut-price seconds from the shop, and visit the fascinating museum. Children under 11 are not allowed in the factory (for safety reasons).