Visit Tewkesbury - Cotswolds Medieval Market Town

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There's plenty of choice when it comes to places to stay, from 4* hotels to camp sites

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What's on

Tewkesbury has a vibrant events calendar packed with a variety of entertainment all year round.

As well as annual events, such as the fantastic Tewkesbury Medieval Festival and Mop Fair, there are always new things happening in the town and surrounding area including Exhibitions, Live Music, Markets, Theatre, Festivals, Talks, Workshops, Boat trips and history & heritage guiding walking Tours.

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Things to do

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

Visit Tewkesbury Abbey to experience its magnificent architecture and heritage. If you interested in learning more about Tewkesbury, then start with an introduction to the town at Tewkesbury Heritage Centre or visit the John Moore Museum and Town Museum. Enjoy the outdoors with a boat trip or explore the Severn Ham and Tewkesbury Nature Reserve

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Where can I Eat & Drink

Exploring the town and area is hungry work, luckily Tewkesbury has a great range of eating establishments to discover.

So whether you want a tasty brunch, catch up with friends over a coffee, indulge on a chocolate challenge, treat yourself to afternoon tea, enjoy a pint in a cosy traditional pub or restaurant dining the town will keep you well fed

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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.

Tewkesbury Boat Trips 2024

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

Wild Goose SUPBOARDING

Wild Goose SUP offer a friendly paddle boarding experience for families, friends & colleagues alike, situated on the banks of the River Avon in the beautiful village of Twyning

Markets

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

Self Drive Motor Boat Hire Tewkesbury

Self drive motor boat hire on the River Avon at Tewkesbury

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.

30 alleyways exist in Tewkesbury today - there were once

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

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

2021

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

350

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

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Tewkesbury Abbey was bought from Henry VIII by the townsfolk for

£453