TEWKESBURY & THE MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL

A medieval market town, Tewkesbury still boasts a traditional high street of independent shops and locally sourced food and drink – a town full of quaint character and charm.

Tewkesbury was also the site of the Battle of the Roses in the 15th century and in 1984, a group of local eccentrics announced they were going to reenact the Battle of Tewkesbury.

It has grown to become the largest event of its kind in Europe.

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, including surgeons, preachers and even the odd dragon keeper.

The busy and colourful medieval market has everything from a suit of armour or a fabulous gown, to pots of herbs or bags 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.