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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Escape Entertainment

Take the challenge of the 60-minute escape games with up to 6 players. Filled with puzzles and clues Escape Entertainment is a great activity for friends and families.

Tewkesbury Leisure Centre

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

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 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.

Tewkesbury Nature Reserve

Since 2012, we have been passionate about encouraging everyone in our community to enjoy the 44 hectares of land and water that make up Tewkesbury Nature Reserve (TNR).

Tewkesbury Town Museum

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.

Fishing in Tewkesbury

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.

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

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

Tewkesbury Abbey was bought from Henry VIII by the townsfolk for

£453

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

350

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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