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Guided walks of Tewkesbury

Things to do

Guided walks of Tewkesbury

Guided Tewkesbury Walks with the Cotswold & Gloucestershire Blue Badge Guides 

A vibrant town. Tewkesbury’s history and heritage are brought to life by our guides. The Abbey, the river, the historic Alleys and their inhabitants, all add to the fascinating stories.

We delve into the lives of the folk who lived in these wonderful timbered buildings, the importance of the town’s connection with the waterways and the resulting trade from merchandise produced within the town.

Hear how the history of Tewkesbury has been involved with the fearful happenings and diverse fortunes of our monarchy over the centuries.

The town during the medieval period became the second most important town in Gloucestershire

Guided walks will re start Saturday 23rd April 2022, however if you would like a private guided tour please contact the TIC and we will put your in touch with the blue badge guides

Saturday walks 

Every Saturday from 23rd April until October 2022

Walks start 11am.

Tuesday evening walks

Every Tuesday evening from 31st May to 30th August 2022

Walk start 7pm

 

Meet outside Abbey Gates (opposite Bell Hotel)

Cost £10pp (cash or card)

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

350

30 alleyways exist in Tewkesbury today - there were once

90

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

2021

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