The Hive has been 10 years in the making and came about due to the vision and commitment of two key partners; the University of Worcester and Worcestershire County Council. 

The Droitwich Spa Heritage Centre opened in 1980 and is housed on the former Brine Baths site, which was first established in the 1880's.

The Museum, located in the original grade II listed workshop, celebrates the work of the renowned 20th century furniture designer, Sir Gordon Russell MC, and that of his Company over a period of sixty years in Broadway.

This 14th Century building was once home to the Almoner of the Benedictine Abbey that was founded at Evesham in the 8th Century.

This Centre is entirely staffed and run by volunteers whose aim is to preserve that which is worth preserving without impeding progress, and to promote and exhibit items of local public interest.