Battle of Evesham Festival Weekend

Where:	Evesham, Worcs at Vine Street (Parade start), Abbey Park Battle Memorial (Wreath Laying) & Crown Meadows (re-enactment)
When:	Weekend near August 4th
Time:	From 10 am Parade, then Usually Wreath Laying 10.30 on Saturday and battle re-enactment on both Saturday and Sunday 10-5 - see Facebook link for schedule

On August 4th 1265 the Battle of Evesham took place in which royal forces defeated those of rebel Simon de Montfort, who was killed bravely fighting in the fray. Each year there are commemorative events on the weekend nearest the anniversary, including with a wreath laying ceremony at the battle memorial in Abbey Park followed by a walk along the Battlefield Trail. On the Sunday evening there is usually a short commemorative service at Battlewell. Every few years there used to be a larger event to commemorate the battle, with a re-enactment which from 2018 has turned into an annual event and as well as the battle itself with commentary there are demonstrations of weapons, plays, fashion shows, living history and more.

Helpful Hints

All are welcome and no booking is necessary. Car parking costs £5 per vehicle (including occupants) and the organisers ask for a £2 per adult donation towards the cost of arranging the Festival. A wide range of food and other refreshments are available on site.

In 2024, the Battle of Evesham Festival weekend should be held on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th August (to be confirmed)- full details can be found by following the website link below and on the Facebook page. The same team also organises a Mediaeval Market in May, a Banquet in October and a Christmas Artisan Fayre in November

Click here for the Festival website : https://www.battleofevesham.co.uk

and her for Festival Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/battleofevesham