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.
Read moreTewkesbury Abbey has been at the centre of the town's history for centuries and continues to play an important spiritual and secular role today.
Read moreOnce 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.
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreThe John Moore Museum is a nature lovers' dream; the perfect opportunity to learn more about the wildlife of Gloucestershire.
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreWith so much history to explore in Tewkesbury, the Heritage & Alleyways Trail gives you the ideal opportunity to get a great geographical perspective on foot.
Read moreTewkesbury'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.
Read moreThe Arrivall sculptures commemorate the Battle of Tewkesbury in stunning art form; a striking entrance to the town.
Read moreSometimes 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.
Read moreAs one of Tewkesbury's newest attractions, the Nature Reserve is a haven for wildlife all year round.
Read moreMarkets have been held in Tewkesbury for centuries and that tradition continues to the present day
Read moreLife on two wheels is a great way to see Tewkesbury and enjoy the countryside around the town.
Read moreThere'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.
Read moreThe Rivers Avon and Severn provide excellent fishing with a large variety of fish including Barbel, Bream, Carp, Chub, Dace, Perch, Pike, Roach and Rudd.
Read moreTewkesbury Leisure Centre is the town's brand new fitness facility. It includes two swimming pools, a gym, fitness studios, swim shop and cafe.
Read moreTewkesbury's roots are interlinked with its unique river position. See the town from a different perspective on the water.
Read moreThere's plenty of choice when it comes to places to stay, from 4* hotels to camp sites
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Explore TewkesburyChoose 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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Find a Place to EatWhenever you visit Tewkesbury, you'll find plenty of things to do throughout the year. Whether your preference is for history, the great outdoors or the arts, there's something for everyone.
To get a full appreciation of the town’s local history, visit the Heritage Centre and use state of the art portable guides and interactive games to take you from the earliest settlers, through the Wars of the Roses, the Civil War, the industrial revolution and into the present day.
From there head to Tewkesbury Abbey, renowned the world over for its fine Norman tower, ornate12th Century ceiling and stunning stained glass windows.
There are more fascinating finds at the Town Museum, hosted in one of only two surviving 17th Century houses in Tewkesbury. A visit the John Moore Museum will reveal an extensive natural history collection.
Walking further along the Vintage & Antiques Trail you can explore Tewkesbury's famous network of alleyways and the medieval old town.
For the drama and entertainment of the stage and screen, take time to visit the newly refurbished Roses Theatre and for more family fun seek out Cascades and try out the slide and water features.
All year round in Tewkesbury there is a wide range of events including a monthly Farmers’ Market, annual Food & Drink Festival, the renowned Medieval Festival, popular Mop Fair as well as a host of vintage festivals, sporting events and celebrations.
Tewkesbury has two big anniversaries in five years time; 900 years since the consecration of the Abbey and 550 years since the Battle of Tewkesbury. The town will have plenty to celebrate in
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30 alleyways exist in Tewkesbury today - there were once