Commemorate | Battle of Evesham

2015 is the 750th anniversary of the Battle of Evesham. A series of events, services and activities took place to mark the anniversary over a two week period between 1 and 15 August 2015. These activities remembered the loss of life; celebrated the great work and legacy de Montfort left behind and re-enacted a part of British medieval history.

Highlights


Commemorate and Democracy Day with guest speakers including The Speaker (John Bercow), and the Bishop of Dudley.	"Battle Beer" brewed by Cotswold Lion Brewery and Fleece Inn	Medieval Tea Tent provided by Jelly Pickle Jam

Parade of 20 horses and over 200 re-enactors	Re-enactment involving 300 re-enactors	Talks by Professor David Carpenter, Dr David Cox, authors Katherine Ashe and Marc Morris, writer Steve Roberts and geographers David and Joya Snowden.

Medieval Playpark at The Valley	Wargames table top strategic battle demonstration	Craft and farm markets
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Displays of living history, archery, falconry, dance and others	Evesham Tours by bus, foot and to discover history and ghosts!	Special Services held at Church

Tapestry of the Battle of Lewes	Children's flag design competition with winning designs flown throughout the town	Simon's Treasure Quest, a hunt around town for children