Things to Do

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.

Once the home of a prominent local resident in the 17th century, the Town Museum has a diverse collection capturing the story of Tewkesbury's past.

The Heritage & Visitor Centre is a great place to start your visit to Tewkesbury. Learn a little about the town's history and use the visitor centre to help plan your trip.

The John Moore Museum is a nature lovers' dream; the perfect opportunity to learn more about the wildlife of Gloucestershire.

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.

With so much history to explore in Tewkesbury, the Heritage & Alleyways Trail gives you the ideal opportunity to get a great geographical perspective on foot.

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.

The Arrivall sculptures commemorate the Battle of Tewkesbury in stunning art form; a striking entrance to the town.

The Friendly Line in the Cotswolds' offers a unique opportunity to sample train travel from 50 years ago hauled by steam, diesel or diesel railcar, whilst giving you glorious views westwards of the Vale of Evesham, the Malverns and Wales, and eastwards the Cotswolds.

Sometimes it's a theatre, at other times a cinema and there are occasions when it's a place to learn. Whenever you visit The Roses it's a great experience.

As one of Tewkesbury's newest attractions, the Nature Reserve is a haven for wildlife all year round.

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

Life on two wheels is a great way to see Tewkesbury and enjoy the countryside around the town.

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 Rivers Avon and Severn provide excellent fishing with a large variety of fish including Barbel, Bream, Carp, Chub, Dace, Perch, Pike, Roach and Rudd.

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

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

Come and explore Tewkesbury. In addition to the many self-guided trails you can walk around the town and area we have a selection of guided walks.

Only a few miles east of Tewkesbury discover Sherdons Adventure Golf where a real pirate adventure awaits all the family as you search for signs of where Black Beard maybe lived and hid his infamous treasure.