Evesham Events Website

BROADWAY ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET Friday 3rd September
Quality handmade gifts and artwork from local designers and craftspeople.11 - 4  Free Entry. The Lifford Hall, High Street, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7AL.Email: tamsinpartridge@msn.com

Strensham Village Show 4th September
Strensham Village Hall & Playing field Fun filled family day out. Competitions, games, displays, BBQ, beer tent, stalls, all welcome. 2pm - 5pm. Contact: Mandy Davenport (01684) 293685 Email: strenshamshow@yahoo.co.uk

2010 Sculpture Trail 8th - 30th September
Jinney Ring Craft Centre, Hanbury A trail of beautiful sculptures around the picturesque gardens of the Jinney Ring. Free entry and parking. All items are for sale. 10am - 5pm (Mon-Sat), 11am - 5pm (Sunday). Contact: Amanda Sunter (01527) 821272 Email: enquires@jinneyringcraft.co.uk Website: www.jinneyring.co.uk

Heritage Open Days 9th - 12th September
Evesham Among the attractions that will be open to the public free of charge over the weekend will be: The Council Chamber, The Almonry Heritage Centre, The Ringing Chamber in the Bell Tower, The Unitarian Chapel, and The Friends Meeting House. Contact: David Way (01386) 442753 Email: Davidway20@tiscali.co.uk Website: www.heritageopendays.org.uk

Film & Classical Music Concert at Harvington - Fri 10th Harvington Village Hall
Award winning ensemble crossover Fordante perform film music (The Godfather, Out of Africa, Pirates of the Caribbean) along with their own passionate, uplifting film inspired music. Harvington Village Hall. £8. Fri 10th Sept. info@fordante.com www.fordante.com

Stand Up for Evesham 10th September
8pm till 10.30pm Evesham Arts Centre. Evesham's biggest & best comedy night returns after its summer break with three top comedians from the club circuit - plus a forth as MC. Strong language likely - min age 16.
Tickets: £10 door, £9 adv. (£8 members, students, groups of 8+) from: www.eveshamartscentre.co.uk and Evesham Almonry, Abbey Rd, WR11 4BG 01386-446944

Broadway Horticultural & Craft Show 11th September
Large traditional horticultural and craft show held on the village green. Stalls, refreshments, tombola and raffle. Campden Swing band. 1pm to 4.30pm.
Contact: Roger Bailey (01386) 852872 Email: broadwayshow@hotmail.co.uk

Droitwich Spa Salt Day 11th September
Various Town Locations A day to celebrate Droitwich Spa’s association with salt. Re-enactment, fine foods, entertainment, canal boat rides, stalls and
markets. Admission Free. 11am - 5pm. Contact: Janet Yates (01386) 565355 or 07977493445 Email: janet.yates@wychavon.gov.uk Website: www.droitwichspa.com

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Saturday 11th September. Memorial Hall, Upton on Severn
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Free Open Day 12th September
Farncombe Estate Centre, Broadway Visit us from 11am - 4.30pm to pick up a copy of the 2011 Farncombe brochure. Contact: Annette Morris (01386) 854100 Email: annette@farncombeestate.co.uk Website: www.farncombeestate.co.uk

Ladies Driving Challenge  - 12th September 2010 9.00- 5.00pm
Throckmorton Airfield, Pershore, Worcestershire.
Ladies get the chance to put their heels on the wheels of some unusual vehicles from JCB diggers, double decker buses, Police Cars, arctic lorries and more, all in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. It costs just £10 to register and ladies are asked to raise a minimum of £100 sponsorship money. For more information please contact Lucy Barons on 0117 9427132 or emaillucy.barons@mariecurie.org.uk 

Bamboos and Grasses 14th September
Pershore College Talk by Brian Ellis, Avondale Nurseries. Students and plant heritage members free, visitors £3. 7pm - 9pm. Contact: Margaret Stone (01905) 830370 Email: dickstonebrockamin@tinyworld.co.uk

More Mexican Cookery Demonstrations & Supper 15th September
Eckington Manor Cookery School Sit and relax and enjoy a cookery demonstration with a tastings supper. Lots of culinary tips & recipes to take home.
£26.50 per person, licensed bar available. 7pm - 9pm. Contact: Cookery School (01386) 751600 Email: info@eckingtonmanor.co.uk Website: www.eckingtonmanor.co.uk

Hanbury Steam Rally (at Stoke Prior) 17th - 19th September
Steam engines, miniatures, organs, cars, commercials, tractors, displays and collections, and much more plus arena events, trade stalls and refreshments. Open 10am daily. Contact: Keith Shakespeare (01527) 575003, 07808173400 Email: keithshakespeare@aol.com Website: www.shakespearesrally.com

Wychavon Festival of Brass 19th September
Evesham A feast of Brass Bands playing in three venues throughout the day including national and local bands. 10am - 10pm. Contact: Clive Allen (01386) 870003 Website: www.festivalofbrass.co.uk

Falconry Display 19th September
Webbs, Wychbold Trevor Hill’s falconry display team including Eagles, Vultures, Caracaras, Hawks, Falcons, and Owls demonstrate their ability. Free shows at 12noon and 2.30pm. Contact: Webbs Marketing Dept (01527) 860000 Email: info@webbsofwychbold.co.uk Website: www.webbsdirect.co.uk

Record and CD Fair - Evesham Town Hall - 25th September
Free admission, we offer 10% student discount and records are also bought. 10 am till 5 pm.

Waterloo Band & Bugles The Rifles 25th September - Evesham Arts Centre
An excellent marching & renowned concert band, the Waterloo Band of 7 Rifles perform across the South West, Midlands & in London. Tonight - by kind permission of Lt Col P Uden - they and opera singer Lynn Hawkins (TBC) are in concert celebrating 90 years of The Royal British Legion. Proceeds to RBL.
Tickets: £10 (£9 adv,£8 concs) from: www.eveshamartscentre.co.uk and Evesham Almonry, Abbey Rd, WR11 4BG 01386-446944

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Sunday 26th September. Chase Hotel, Ross on Wye
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Raw Comedy 30th September - Evesham Arts Centre
How do comedians get started? Here's your chance to find out: Six fresh comedians do their stuff under the eye of an experienced MC. Some have climbed a rung or two up the ladder of fame, others are just beginning. Come and help them get valuable experience in the comfort of the bar? With Aaron Telling, Rudi Nizinkiewicz, Harriet Dyer, Dominic Elliott-Spencer, Adam Henderson & MC Nik Hill (all TBC). Strong language likely, min age 16.
Tickets: £5 door, £4 adv (£3 members/NUS/groups8+) from: www.eveshamartscentre.co.uk and Evesham Almonry, Abbey Rd, WR11 4BG 01386-446944

Apple & Ale Festival 1st - 3rd October
The Fleece Inn, Bretforton (NT) Come and sample a large selection of local real ales and traditional ciders. Watch cider being made using a traditional press and enjoy local produce and a truly autumnal atmosphere. Fri 7pm - 11pm, Sat 12noon - 11pm, Sun 12noon - 4pm. Contact: Nigel Smith/Sadie Hughes (01386) 831173 Email: info@thefleeceinn.co.uk Website: www.thefleeceinn.co.uk

Avonbank Nurseries Sale Day 2nd October
Pershore College Wide range of plants available direct from the grower. FREE admission. 10am - 4pm. Contact: Lucy Allum (01386) 551177 Email: lallum@warkscol.ac.uk Website: www.avonbanknurseries.pershore.ac.uk

Woods of Wisdom 3rd October
Worcestershire County Museum, Hartlebury Explore the myths and folklore surrounding trees found on the Hartlebury Castle estate, with Rod Pomery, retired Head Forester for the National Trust. Discover whether there is any truth to the legends and learn more about the medicinal properties of trees.
Tickets £16 to include lunch. Must be pre-booked. 11am - 2pm. Contact: (01299) 250416 Email: museum@worcestershire.gov.uk Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/museum

Bredon Hill Bikeaway 10th October
Deer Park Hall, Eckington Enjoy autumnal Worcestershire at its best whilst cycling around Bredon Hill. With a choice of 4 routes of 5.5, 9, 16 and 47 miles
offering something for all ages and capabilities, this increasingly popular Bikeaway is a fund raising event for the Pershore Division of St John Ambulance. Application forms available upon request. Registration from 9am. Contact: Angela Tidmarsh (01386) 565373 Email: angela.tidmarsh@wychavon.gov.uk
Website: www.worcestershires-heritage-garden.org

Evesham Rowing Club 16th October
Junior Head of River Processional timed rowing racing on the River Avon over 1400/1900 metre courses with entries from all over the region.
Refreshments and Bar facilities available to all.. 9.30am - 5pm. Contact: Junior Head of River Secretary (01386) 446131 Email: erc@evesham-rowing-club.co.uk Website: www.evesham-rowing-club.co.uk

A Country Festival 17th October
Worcestershire County Museum, Hartlebury Traditional cider making, rural craft demonstrations and stalls, traditional dancing, local produce and much more. 11am - 5pm Contact: (01299) 250416 Email: museum@worcestershire.gov.uk Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/museum

Elvis - Friday 22nd at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461

Half Term Fun for Kids 25th - 29th October
Webbs, Wychbold Keep the children entertained with a variety of activities including Pumpkin scooping, face painting, fair rides and Professor Pepperpot.
Charges may apply to some activities. Contact: Webbs Marketing Dept (01527) 860000 Email: info@webbsofwychbold.co.uk Website: www.webbsdirect.co.uk

BROADWAY ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET Friday 29th October
Quality handmade gifts and artwork from local designers and craftspeople.11 - 4  Free Entry. The Lifford Hall, High Street, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7AL.Email: tamsinpartridge@msn.com

Halloween Activity Day: 30th October
Witches & Wizards Hanbury Hall (NT) Come and enjoy a spooky day out with trails, hands-on activities and face painting. 11am - 4.30pm. Contact: Emily Knight (01527) 821214 Email: emily.knight@nationaltrust.org.uk Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hanburyhall

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Saturday 30th October. Town Hall Pershore
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, Evesham Arts Centre, Sat 30th October
7.30 pm. Tickets are £10/£8. More Information: www.myriadtheatreproductions.com/NotreDame.html

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Sunday 7th November. Chase Hotel, Ross on Wye
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Courtyard Gardens 9th November
Pershore College Talk by Adrian James. Students and plant heritage members free, visitors £3. 7pm - 9pm. Contact: Margaret Stone (01905) 830370
Email: dickstonebrockamin@tinyworld.co.uk

Lights of Love in aid of St Richards Hospice 12th November
Worcester Cathedral Dedicate a light to a loved one this Christmas on the St Richards Hospice tree. A celebration of life in Worcester Cathedral followed by
a special switch on ceremony at St Andrews Spire. 6.30pm for 7pm. Contact: Alison Parkes (01905) 763963 Email: aparkes@strichards.org.uk Website: www.strichards.org.uk

Buddy Holly and Legends of Rock - November 12th at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461

Christmas Art & Craft Fair 21st November
Farncombe Estate Centre, Broadway Pick up some unusual and hand-made Christmas gifts. 10.30am - 3.30pm. Contact: Annette Morris (01386) 854100
Email: annette@farncombeestate.co.uk Website: www.farncombeestate.co.uk

An Evesham Country Christmas 21st November
Town Centre Craft fayre, music, dancing, seasonal foods, children’s rides, traditional Christmas carols and switching on the Christmas lights with fireworks.
Father Christmas and his Reindeer (schedule subject to change). Contact: Shawn Riley (01386) 565518 Email: shawn.riley@wychavon.gov.uk

Evesham Market
Sunday 21st November - Bridge Street

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Sunday 21st November. Evesham Town Hall
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Christmas in Broadway 26th November
Broadway in lights, late night shopping, stalls, band and seasonal hospitality. Entertainment for all the family. 5.30pm - 8.30pm. Contact: Broadway Tourist Information Centre (01386) 852937

Evesham Rowing Club Head of River 27th November
Processional timed rowing racing on the River Avon over a 2.5 mile course with entries from all over the UK. Refreshments and Bar facilities available to all. 9.30am - 4.30pm. Contact: Head of River Secretary (01386) 446131 Email: erc@evesham-rowing-club.co.uk Website: www.evesham-rowing-club.co.uk

Tree and Hedging Day 27th November
Avonbank Nurseries, Pershore College Wide range of trees, shrubs and hedging plants available. Bare-root and container crown. FREE admission and FREE talk and advice. 10am - 2pm. Contact: Lucy Allum (01386) 551177 Email: lallum@warkscol.ac.uk Website: www.avonbanknurseries.pershore.ac.uk

Christmas Craft Fayre 27th & 28th November
The Fleece Inn, Bretforton (NT) Get ready for Christmas. Quality local craft and produce Fayre in the Barn featuring stained glass, jewellery, handmade soaps and lavender, and much more besides. 11am - dusk. Contact: Nigel Smith/Sadie Hughes (01386) 831173 Email: info@thefleeceinn.co.uk Website: www.thefleeceinn.co.uk

Christmas in Broadway 3rd December
Broadway in lights, late night shopping, stalls, band and seasonal hospitality. Entertainment for all the family. 5.30pm - 8.30pm. Contact: Broadway Tourist Information Centre (01386) 852937

Christmas Party NIght, Vince Freeman - Friday 3rd at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461

Harvington Christmas Fayre 4th December
Christmas cards & decorations, holly, tombola, books, cakes, gifts, preserves, toys, raffle, delicious lunches served, pre-Christmas gettogether. 12noon - 2pm. Contact: Sophie Dodds (01386) 870421 Email: sophie.dodds@mypostoffice.co.uk

Church Lench Christmas Fayre 4th December
Come and meet Father Christmas and experience seasonal stalls for that perfect Christmas gift. 2.15pm - 4pm. Contact: Jenny Dainty (01386) 870439

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Tuesday 7th. Spirit of Chipping Campden Christmas Street Market 4-8pm. Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Frankie Martin Performs Live - 9th December @ The Wheatsheaf Inn Badsey to raise money for 'help for heroes' record breaking bratpack performance, 366 shows in 366 days all in different places - see the help for heroes website for more details

BROADWAY ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET Friday 10th December
Quality handmade gifts and artwork from local designers and craftspeople.11 - 4  Free Entry. The Lifford Hall, High Street, Broadway, Worcestershire WR12 7AL.Email: tamsinpartridge@msn.com

Christmas Party NIght, Diana Ross - Friday 10th at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Saturday 11th. Evesham Town Hall
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Christmas at the Castle 4th, 5th, 11th & 12th December
Worcestershire County Museum, Hartlebury Join us for a traditional Christmas celebration including Father Christmas in his grotto, carriage rides, seasonal gifts, craft demonstrations, children’s activities and performances by local choirs. 11am - 5pm. Contact: (01299) 250416 Email: museum@worcestershire.gov.uk Website: www.worcestershire.gov.uk/museum

Christmas Party NIght, Everly Brothers - Friday 17th at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461

Anne Prater Art Exhibition and Sale - Sunday 19th. Pershore Town Hall Christmas Fayre
Original watercolour, pastel and multi-media landscapes, seascapes and studies; limited edition prints from originals as well as unique cards, notelets and notepaper. Call: 01386 832364 or email: anne@broadmark.co.uk

Pershore Christmas Fayre & Farmers Market 19th December
Various venues throughout the Town. Carol singing, craft fayre and farmers market plus seasonal festivities. Contact: Pershore Visitor Information Centre (01386) 556591 Email: tourism@pershore-tc.gov.uk Website: www.visitpershore.co.uk

Christmas Party NIght, Elvis - Sunday 19th at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461

Christmas Carols 24th December
The Village Green, Wyre Piddle Pershore Brass, mulled wine, mince pies, collection for charity. 6.30pm - 7.30pm. Contact: Joined Up Entertainments 08700 111992

New Years Eve, Elvis - 31st at the Childswickham Inn
Come & Join us For a great evening of entertainment, Enjoy a great Night of good food and entertainment.www.childswickhaminn.co.uk for more information or call: 01386 852461