Cycle routes
Life on two wheels is a great way to see Tewkesbury and enjoy the countryside around the town.
Read moreGuided Tewkesbury Walks
Tewkesbury’s history and heritage is best explored on foot. The Abbey, the rivers, Medieval architecture, historic Alleys and their inhabitants, all add to the fascinating stories.
Delve into the lives of the folk who lived in these wonderful timbered buildings and alley, learn about the importance of the town’s connection with the waterways and the resulting trade from merchandise produced within the town with a guided alley walk.
Hear how the history of Tewkesbury has been involved with the fearful happenings and diverse fortunes of our monarchy over the centuries on a guided battle walk.
Discover how the town during the medieval period became the second most important town in Gloucestershire, and how the Abbey was saved from destruction during the reign of Henry VIII.
Guided walks of the Alleys, Courts and Lanes of Tewkesbury.
This walk explores Tewkesbury’s social heritage and the people who lived here and the buildings they lived in
Email tewksalley@outlook.com
Telephone 01684 294939
Guided Battlefield Walks
Run by the Tewkesbury Battlefield Society the walk explains the complex background to the battle, the conduct of the battle itself, and the fate of the main participants.
www.tewkesbury.org.uk email tbs@tewkesbury.org.uk
The cost of a private walks will depend on length of walk and number of people attending
Guided Tours of Tewkesbury Abbey
Tours take place on Saturdays and Sundays and last 30 minutes
www.tewkesburyabbey.org.uk
Blue Badge Tourist guides
Private Guided walk of the town giving you a great overview of the town’s development throughout the centuries with information of the importance of the Abbey, buildings, waterways, and trade
Contact Anne Bartlett Tel 01242 584691 Email anne@tourandexplore.com
30 alleyways exist in Tewkesbury today - there were once
90
Tewkesbury Abbey was bought from Henry VIII by the townsfolk for
£453
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