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Tewkesbury Medieval Festival
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Tewkesbury Medieval Festival has been the high spot of Tewkesbury’s summer since 1983.
It is now widely regarded as the largest free medieval gathering of its kind in Europe, attracting re-enactors, traders, entertainers, and visitors from all over the world.
Its central feature is a spectacular re-enactment of the Battle of Tewkesbury on part of the site of the original battle of 1471. Many of the participants including wives and children live as a medieval army in authentic encampments for the whole weekend.
It also features a wide range of period entertainment, including music, dance and drama as well as collection of fascinating characters from the past. These may include surgeons, preachers and even the odd dragon keeper.
There is a children’s activity area, with period based arts and craft sessions, and an exhibition tent with displays from organisations specialising in various aspects of history.
Our busy and colourful medieval market has everything from a suit of armour or a fabulous gown, to pot of herbs or bag of sweets on sale.
There are also associated events in the town, which is decorated with authentic medieval banners for the festival period.
Food and drink (including ale specially brewed for the occasion,) are widely available and best of all, despite its size and popularity, entry to Tewkesbury Medieval Festival is free, and it hard working volunteer directors are determined to keep it that way.
There is however a small charge for parking to help pay for our considerable costs.
The festival always takes place on the second FULL weekend in July.
Where to stay.
With such a large event taking place in a small town, hotels and other accommodation fills rapidly, so early booking is recommended.
If circumstances allow we will be offering public camping at very reasonable rates, but again space will be limited.
Full details of all accommodation, including camping are available from Tewkesbury Tourist Information Centre, tewkesburytic@tewkesbury.gov.uk.
Getting... show more involved.
You can help the festival survive and prosper.
It is run all year round by volunteers supplemented by a hard working crew for the setting up and running of the actual weekend.
We get very little by way of grants and sponsorship.
There are many ways you can get involved; if you live locally think about giving a hand, there are all kinds of practical jobs that need doing from keeping the books straight to sourcing materials, putting up advertising boards or helping with the practicalities of setting up what amounts to a small temporary town for the weekend, and of course clearing it all up afterwards. You may even have talents or skills that we have not thought about, but which prove very useful.
You could run a fund raising event for us, or if you are a local business person sponsor some part of the festival, with around 15,000 visitors you will certainly benefit, or how about donating, or giving us a discount any of the many items we need, which you may sell, or use in some way.
If you are visiting the town, tell all your friends about us, and why not take some of our literature to show them.
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It is now widely regarded as the largest free medieval gathering of its kind in Europe, attracting re-enactors, traders, entertainers, and visitors from all over the world.
Its central feature is a spectacular re-enactment of the Battle of Tewkesbury on part of the site of the original battle of 1471. Many of the participants including wives and children live as a medieval army in authentic encampments for the whole weekend.
It also features a wide range of period entertainment, including music, dance and drama as well as collection of fascinating characters from the past. These may include surgeons, preachers and even the odd dragon keeper.
There is a children’s activity area, with period based arts and craft sessions, and an exhibition tent with displays from organisations specialising in various aspects of history.
Our busy and colourful medieval market has everything from a suit of armour or a fabulous gown, to pot of herbs or bag of sweets on sale.
There are also associated events in the town, which is decorated with authentic medieval banners for the festival period.
Food and drink (including ale specially brewed for the occasion,) are widely available and best of all, despite its size and popularity, entry to Tewkesbury Medieval Festival is free, and it hard working volunteer directors are determined to keep it that way.
There is however a small charge for parking to help pay for our considerable costs.
The festival always takes place on the second FULL weekend in July.
Where to stay.
With such a large event taking place in a small town, hotels and other accommodation fills rapidly, so early booking is recommended.
If circumstances allow we will be offering public camping at very reasonable rates, but again space will be limited.
Full details of all accommodation, including camping are available from Tewkesbury Tourist Information Centre, tewkesburytic@tewkesbury.gov.uk.
Getting... show more involved.
You can help the festival survive and prosper.
It is run all year round by volunteers supplemented by a hard working crew for the setting up and running of the actual weekend.
We get very little by way of grants and sponsorship.
There are many ways you can get involved; if you live locally think about giving a hand, there are all kinds of practical jobs that need doing from keeping the books straight to sourcing materials, putting up advertising boards or helping with the practicalities of setting up what amounts to a small temporary town for the weekend, and of course clearing it all up afterwards. You may even have talents or skills that we have not thought about, but which prove very useful.
You could run a fund raising event for us, or if you are a local business person sponsor some part of the festival, with around 15,000 visitors you will certainly benefit, or how about donating, or giving us a discount any of the many items we need, which you may sell, or use in some way.
If you are visiting the town, tell all your friends about us, and why not take some of our literature to show them.
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3 recommendations and reviews from 3 people
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Referral from
June 1, 2017
Siân G. asked:Anybody know any places that I can hire for a christening party that has a bar and room for bouncy castle? Or just room for a bouncy castle in Tewkesbury? I want to provide my own food also :) thanks.Ginge R. replied:Tewkesbury rugby club, we have large enough space for your needs a bar free parking feel free to pm me or call us on 01684 294364/ 07561849373 xx
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Referral from
September 16, 2015
Sarah B. asked:Hello all. I seem to be full of questions atm. I'm getting married next year and it's medieval/pagan themed and was wondering if anyone has any insight on where I can get a proper dress from? I'm struggling to find the right style as I'd like a corset like the old times... I've asked a few places and they only stock the new corset versions. I've been told to look online but I'd like to try before I buy... Thanks in advance. :)Christine G. replied:Try re-enactors, the costumes they use are beautiful and authentic,Tewkesbury festival in early July usually has loads of stalls and costume makes on site This is the link to this years festival http://www.tewkesburymedievalfestival.org/
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Referral from
November 11, 2014
Teresa C. asked:Does anyone know of a venue that has a room for hire on a monthly basis with plenty of parking. As cheap as possibleSue K. replied:Tewkesbury Rugby Club 01684 294364
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