Visit Tewkesbury - Cotswolds Medieval Market Town

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Please note that due to the current Coronavirus many local tourism businesses have closed temporarily and most events due to take place over the coming couple of months have been cancelled or postponed.

We will try and keep the information on the website as up-to-date as possible but would strongly advise you to check directly with the relevant venue before travelling for the most up-to-date information

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Covid 19 - Things look a like different this summer so please check with attraction before visiting to avoid disappointment. Attached is a list of attraction which have reopened

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Where can I Eat & Drink

Choose from a cosy pub lunch, a cafe pit-stop or a relaxing dinner plus a great variety of take-away options

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Tewkesbury Abbey

Tewkesbury Abbey has been at the centre of the town's history for centuries and continues to play an important spiritual and secular role today.

the battle trail

Tewkesbury's history is bound up with one day in May more than 500 years ago. A trail follows the route of the Yorkist and Lancastrian armies as they prepared to do battle.

Markets

Markets have been held in Tewkesbury for centuries and that tradition continues to the present day

Tewkesbury Leisure Centre

Tewkesbury Leisure Centre is the town's brand new fitness facility. It includes two swimming pools, a gym, fitness studios, swim shop and cafe.

The Old Baptist Chapel & Court

The origins of the Old Baptist Chapel & Court date back more than 500 years. Starting life as a house, the restored Chapel is now restored to its 18th century glory.

Ferry Boat Service & River trips

Tewkesbury's roots are interlinked with its unique river position. See the town from a different perspective on the water.

Tewkesbury Riverside & Country Walks

There's no better way to see Tewkesbury and enjoy the surrounding countryside than walking. There's something for everyone from a gentle stroll to an energetic hike.

The number of Tewkesbury's buildings listed as being of special architectural or historical interest totals more than

350

Tewkesbury

An extraordinary riverside town

With a rich, vibrant history and a beautiful waterside setting, there is plenty for everyone to discover in Tewkesbury.

You can take in the stunning scenery by taking a stroll beside the River Severn, or a boat trip along the Avon.

Then head to Tewkesbury Abbey; an imposing feature of the town’s landscape for nearly 900 years. Renowned the world over for its fine Norman tower, ornate 12th Century ceiling and stunning stained glass windows, the Abbey is one of Gloucestershire’s most popular tourist attractions, second only to Gloucester Cathedral.

The Abbey is just the start of your insight into Tewkesbury's history which you can explore further through the town's museums, Heritage Centre, walking trails and other attractions.

Throughout the year Tewkesbury has a full calendar of events, celebrations and festivals to enjoy including the world-famous Medieval Festival, popular Food & Drink Festival and Mop Fair.

There’s so much to discover in Tewkesbury; our extraordinary riverside town. We look forward to making you welcome.

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Attractions

Explore our historic market town

Explore Tewkesbury our historic market town

Tewkesbury sits at the confluence, or joining together, of the River Avon and River Severn

Tewkesbury has two big anniversaries in 2021; 900 years since the consecration of the Abbey and 550 years since the Battle of Tewkesbury. The town will have plenty to celebrate

2021

30 alleyways exist in Tewkesbury today - there were once

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Tewkesbury Abbey was bought from Henry VIII by the townsfolk for

£453