South Worcestershire Magistrates’ Court Listings

Today's Court Listings for South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court

South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court serves the communities of Worcester, Malvern, Pershore, Evesham, Upton upon Severn and the surrounding rural areas of south Worcestershire. All hearings are now held at Worcester Justice Centre, located on Castle Street in Worcester city centre. The court handles a high volume of summary criminal offences, from motoring charges and public order matters to low-level assault, theft, and criminal damage cases. If you have a hearing listed at this court, you can check the daily schedule above to confirm your case details, courtroom allocation, and hearing time.

Where Is South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court Located?

South Worcestershire magistrates' cases are heard at Worcester Justice Centre, Castle Street, Worcester, WR1 3QZ. The building sits on the A449, just off Foregate Street (A38) in the heart of Worcester city centre. It is a modern, fully accessible facility with ramp access at the entrance, a lift between the ground and first floors, and level access into all courtrooms and hearing rooms. Assistance dogs are welcome, hearing enhancement equipment is available by prior arrangement, and Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards can be provided on request. Two private interview rooms are located opposite Court 1 and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Refreshments are available from vending machines inside the building.

Contact Details and Opening Hours

Worcester Justice Centre is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Telephone enquiries are answered from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturdays. Use the contact details below to reach the relevant department:

• Magistrates' Court Enquiries: 03308 084 407
• Listing Enquiries (reference number with letters and numbers): [email protected]
• Listing Enquiries (number-only references): [email protected]
• Fines and Enforcement: [email protected]
• Single Justice Procedure Cases: [email protected] or call 0300 303 0656
• Witness Service: 0300 332 1336

Getting to Worcester Justice Centre

There is no public parking at Worcester Justice Centre. Several pay-and-display car parks are located within a short walk of the building. Disabled visitors who need to be dropped off at the entrance should contact the court in advance on 03308 084 407 to arrange access to the car park. By rail, the nearest station is Worcester Foregate Street, approximately a six-minute walk away — exit the station, turn right onto Foregate Street, then left at the traffic lights onto Castle Street, and the court will be on your right. Crowngate Bus Station is roughly a 12 to 15-minute walk from the court. Alternatively, The Tything bus stop is only a one-minute walk from the building and is served by local routes including the 144 and 303. If travelling by road from the M5, take Junction 7 and follow signs for Worcester City Centre via the A44, then join the A38 towards Bromsgrove. Pass Foregate Street station and turn left at the traffic lights — the court is on the right-hand side.

Types of Cases Heard

As a magistrates' court, South Worcestershire handles summary and either-way criminal offences. The most common matters listed include motoring offences such as speeding, drink driving, drug driving, driving without insurance, careless driving, and failing to stop at the scene of an accident. The court also deals with public order offences, common assault, criminal damage, shoplifting, low-value theft, and breaches of community orders. Either-way offences — where the case could be tried at magistrates' or Crown Court level — receive a first hearing here before a decision is made on allocation. Cases involving defendants under 18 from the south Worcestershire area are heard in the dedicated Youth Court. Single Justice Procedure notices for non-imprisonable summary offences, such as TV licence evasion or minor road traffic matters, are also processed through this court. For more serious matters committed to the Crown Court, you may wish to check Worcester Crown Court listings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do when I arrive at South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court?

Arrive at Worcester Justice Centre at least 30 minutes before your scheduled hearing time. You will pass through airport-style security, including a security arch and bag search. Once through, report to the reception desk, where staff will direct you to the correct courtroom. If you have a pacemaker or other medical device, inform security staff before passing through the arch.

Can I find out who is listed at South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court today?

Daily hearing lists for South Worcestershire are published on this page and updated throughout the day. Lists are typically available by 5:00 PM the day before the hearing. If a list has not appeared by then, or you need to confirm a specific case, contact the court directly on 03308 084 407 or email [email protected].

Is South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court the same as Worcester Magistrates' Court?

South Worcestershire Magistrates' Court and Worcester Magistrates' Court both sit at Worcester Justice Centre on Castle Street. The South Worcestershire listing covers cases originating from the wider south Worcestershire area, including Malvern, Pershore, and Evesham. If you are looking for listings specific to the Worcester city area, visit our Worcester Magistrates' Court listings page.

What happens if my case is too serious for the magistrates' court?

If magistrates determine that their sentencing powers — currently a maximum of 12 months' custody and an unlimited fine — are insufficient, the case will be sent to the Crown Court. Indictable-only offences such as robbery and serious assault are automatically committed to the Crown Court after the initial hearing. You can view nearby Crown Court schedules on our Redditch Magistrates' Court listings page for cases in the north of the county.