2008 Events

The British Asparagus Festival in the Vale of Evesham 23rd April - 21st June

Events at The Fleece Inn, Bretforton

25th May - Bretforton Silver Band and World Famous Asparagus Auction
26th May - Asparagus Festival Day and Evening Ceilidh
1st June - Bretforton Church Asparagus Auction

To download the highlights of the Events at The Fleece Inn, please click here  (104.17 KB).

Other Events and Activities to include:

Asparagus Showcase - Almonry Heritage Centre, Evesham
Cookery Demonstrations, Tastings and Asparagus Walks - Farncombe Estate Centre

Events supporting the British Asparagus Festival:

26th May - Pershore Celebrates (Green Festival, Asparagus Farmers Market and Pershore Carnival)
7th June - Pershore College Open Day
7th-8th June - Historic Air Balloons and Classic Cars Festival, Evesham
14th-15th June - Morris, Medieval and Cider Festival, Evesham

For further information regarding the Asparagus Festival, contact:

Angela Tidmarsh (01386) 565373
Email: angela.tidmarsh@wychavon.gov.uk
Website: www.britishasparagusfestival.org

Historic Air Balloons & Classic Cars Festival - 7th & 8th June

Being held at Crown Meadow, Evesham, this years Historic Air Balloons & Classic Cars Festival promises to be an exciting feast of family activities. Air Balloon demonstrations, live music from 2pm,a full bar with pig roast and crepes, a "Night Glow" to music, lights and fireworks, large displays of classic, commercial and military vehicles and rides. This exciting event is a must for families and free to attend! To download a poster for these events, please click here  (68.55 KB)

For more information, contact
Lew Hammond (01386) 565518
Email: lewis.hammond@wychavon.gov.uk

Morris, Medieval & Cider Festival - 14th & 15th June

Bring the whole family to Evesham for a fun-filled festival of Morris Dancing, re-enactments, a Crafters Fayre, story telling, sword play, plague victims, Vale Cider, real ale bar and much much more!  Taking place in the Town Centre, the Almonry Heritage Centre and Abbey Park, you are sure to find something for everyone at this colorful and entertaining event. With all this and free entry-theres no excuse not to come down!

For more information, contact
Lew Hammond (01386) 565518
Email: lewis.hammond@wychavon.gov.uk

999 Community Safety Day - 26th July

A fun, informative and SAFE day out for all the family to learn about this very important issue. Taking place at Crown Meadow, Evesham, this exciting day consists of countless activities, workshops and demonstrations from the Fire Brigade, Police, Ambulance Service, Army, River Rescue, Car Safety, Air Ambulance, Red Cross and many more. There will also be numerous stands displaying local arts and crafts, childrens activities and refreshments. 10am - 4pm
To download the poster, please click here  (243.22 KB).

For more information, contact
Station Officer Mike Cunningham (01386) 446388
Lew Hammond (01386) 565518
Email: mcunningham@hwfire.org.uk
or lewis.hammond@wychavon.gov.uk

Evesham Angling Festival Week - 16th - 25th August

Britains' premier fishing championships with full festival village (23rd - 25th) With a feast of competitions taking place throughout the week, great bargains on fishing gear, tents, clothing and footwear and a kids fair ground, this event is great for all the family! Bus Links to Pershore Plum Fayre on Bank Holiday Monday.

For more information, contact
Lew Hammond (01386) 565518
Email: lewis.hammond@wychavon.gov.uk

An Evesham Country Christmas - 16th November

Once again, Market Place, Evesham sees a feast of festive fun at this exciting and atmospheric event. A christmas Grotto, puppets, showmen, live music, morris dancng, seasonal foods, festive craft fayre, childrens rides, the switching on of the christmas lights with mother and father christmas is just a selection of what this lovely event has to offer. Have yourself a merry little christmas in Market Place! Starts from 11am, with fireworks at 6pm.

For more information, contact
Lew Hammond (01386) 565518
Email: lewis.hammond@wychavon.gov.uk

Alternatively, check out our Tourism events page, that provides an extensive list of events taking place throughout Wychavon!