The fertile plains of the Vale of Evesham has been home to Neolithic, Celt, Roman, Saxon and English peoples all attracted by the rich soil that is ideal for growing all manner of flowers, fruit and vegetables. The market town of Evesham - it had been granted the rights to run a market in 1055 - is lies in a loop of the River Avon and about 14 miles from Worcester, Stratford-upon-Avon and Cheltenham. The town can trace its beginnings to a swineherd called Eoves (sometimes called Eof) who, whilst searching for a pig, saw a vision of the Virgin Mary he reported the sighting to Ecgwin, the bishop of Worcester the bishop came to the spot and also saw the vision. Ecgwin founded an Abbey on the site in 709 becoming its first Abbot. The area became known as Eoveshomme or Eovesham (then Evesham). By the time of its dissolution (1540) by Henry VIII was said to the third largest and most powerful in the country. The majority of the monastic buildings were demolished and the stone sold off as building material except for the parish church of All Saints and the Clock Tower which was built by Abbot Lichfield in the 16th century; the site has been turned into Abbey Park. The Battle of Evesham was fought just north of the town on the 4th August 1265 where Simon de Montfont was defeated by Edward, King Henry III`s son (later to become King Edward I), de Montfont`s body was dismembered and parts distributed around the country as a warning against rebellion. What was left of his body was taken by the monks and buried in front of the High Alter in the Abbey church. A stone in the Park marks the spot where the burial took place. There many fine buildings in Evesham, in the high street is a late 17th century town house called "Dresden House " home Dr Baylies the physician to Frederick the Great of Prussia; a 15th century timbered merchants house, the Round House, now home to a Bank! And the Almonry; dating back to 1400 it was the home of the Almoner who was responsible for attending to the poor and needy and also for providing hospitality to visitors to the Abbey. It now houses the Heritage Centre and the Tourist Information Centre. The Community Hospital stands on the grounds of the 1837 Evesham Workhouse all but the Chapel (now a pharmacy) and old Infirmary building remain. Evesham is home to many annual events including a fishing contest, a hot-air balloon festival, a regatta and a river festival which features illuminated boats. The town`s Hampton ferry is the last hand pulled ferry in the country. Despite the decline in Agriculture since the 1970`s the Vale of Evesham is still one of the most productive areas in the country. It is also one of the most picturesque especially in the spring when the blossom is on the trees and with the Cotswolds and Bredon Hill near by many fine walks are to be found.
Attraction
Almonry Heritage Centre
Avon Leisure Cruises
Domestic Fowl Trust
Evesham Abbey Ruins and Park
Evesham Ghost Events
Middle Littleton Tithe Barn
Vale Wildlife Visitor Centre
Windmill Hill Nature Reserve
Budget
Premier Inn Evesham *book online*
Camping
Aldington Fruit Farm
Long Carrant Park
Manor Farm Leisure
Offenham Caravan Park
Caravan Park
Abbots Salford Caravan Park
Pippins Green Holiday Caravan Park
Ranch Caravan Park
Weir Meadow Caravan Park
Classes
Dance - Amanda Swayne School of Dancing
Club
Cottage
Garden Cottage at Rous Lench Court
Dentist
Evesham Dental Health Team
Mr J R Jones & Associate
The Dental Surgery
Doctor
Abbey Medical Practice
Demontfort Medical Centre
Merstow Green Medical Practice
Riverside Surgery
Estate Agent
Dixons The Estate Agents
Gusterson & Palmer
R A Bennett & Partners
Shipways
Taylors Estate Agents
Timothy Lea
Farmers Market
Holiday Park
Inn
Market
Evesham Farmers Market
Evesham Country Market
Pub and Bar
BearChancers Bar
Crown
Fairfield
George & Dragon
Norton Grange Tavern Table
Olivino Restaurant
Queens Head Inn
Star
The Fish at Offenham
Trumpet Inn
Restaurant
Blue Lagoon
Evesham Hotel
Olivino Restaurant
Pagoda Oriental Restaurant
Queens Head Inn
Raphael Licensed Restaurant
Rily's
River Avon
The Fish at Offenham
School
Self-Catering
Daisy Cottage at Rous Lench Court
Garden Cottage at Rous Lench Court
Peace Haven Holiday Lets
Solicitor
Taxi
Abbey Taxis Evesham
B R Taxis
Claremont Cars
Compass
Diamond Taxis
Goldstar Taxis
JML Taxi Service
Trevors Taxi Service
Vale Taxis
Theatre
Vet
Jarvis & Parsons Veterinary Services Ltd
Sports Clubs
Ashton under Hill (Tennis)
Ashton under Hill CC (Cricket)
Badsey CC (Cricket)
Evesham TTC (Table Tennis)
Shops
Louise Jeynes
Boots
Celebration Fireworks
Forget Me Not Ltd
Evesham Garden Centre
Oxton Organics
Wilsons Pet Centre
Dorothy Perkins
James R Osborne
Robin Elt
Knights
Holland and Barratt
H Samuel
Evesham Country Park
Edinburgh Woollen Mill
Specsavers
Pets At Home
Shepherds Fine Art
Divintee Hair Nails & Beauty
Vale Interiors
Daisy B Nell
Meadwell Farm Shop
Tom Cook Carpets & Flooring
About Bikes
All Things Bright & Beautiful Pottery
The School Shop
Snowdrops Florist
Abbey Road Nurseries
Vale Gardens Garden Centre
Birds Eye Sports
Vale Wines
Antiques
Evesham Antiques
Twyford Antiques Centre
Activities
Mercia Paragliding Ltd(Airsports)
Evesham Archery Club(Archery)
Twyford Farm Angling(Fishing)
Places to Stay near Evesham
Northwick Hotel (0.34 miles)
This luxurious, privately owned hotel has recently been refurbished throughout and offers en suite bedrooms with Wi-Fi internet access and plenty of facilities. The award-winning restaurant is open for lunch and dinner ... More
Evesham Hotel (0.47 miles)
Riverside Hotel (1.12 miles)
The Riverside Hotel is a unique and privately owned hotel set in a beautiful location with spectacular views overlooking the River Avon. The hotel can be found along a secluded, private drive, within the original ... More
Premier Inn Evesham (1.31 miles)
Wood Norton Hall (2.32 miles)
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A superb quality hotel for business and pleasure and is within easy reach of Worcester, Cheltenham, and the Cotswolds. This impressive Grade II listed Victorian ... More
The Fleece Inn (3.56 miles)
Peace Haven Holiday Lets (3.73 miles)
Peace Haven is situated on the outskirts of Honeybourne, the doorstep to the Cotswolds. We invite you to sample the hospitality of the region in seven, luxuriously appointed, self-catering cottages.
Peace Haven ... More
Oaklands Farmhouse (4.20 miles)
Lowerfield Farm (4.20 miles)
Come and enjoy our luxury guesthouse, in a part 17th century Cotswold stone farmhouse. Peacefully located just 5 minutes from the gorgeous village of Broadway, the farm has views to ... More
Salford Hall (4.34 miles)
Nestled amid tranquil gardens, this romantic Tudor manor is ideally located in Shakespeare country, within easy reach of Henley-in-Arden, historic Kenilworth, Warwick Castle and the Cotswolds.
Originally built as a guest residence ... More
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