Springtime Gardens the Valley History Exploring the Blossom Trail Parks About the Blossom
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Throughout the Blossom Trail you will find there are many different HISTORY co.uk ABOUT THE varieties of blossom, below are www.valeandspa. some of the different types you Yellow Egg plum discovered in BLOSSOM can find during spring time in 1827 Tiddesley Wood Worcestershire’s Vale & Spa. Around 900 tonnes of plums THE VALLEY 1870 harvested and sent to market SPRINGTIME APPLE IN THE VALE For almost A locomotive was named “Pershore four decades Plum” to celebrate the centenary of 1 the Vale of 1927 the Yellow Egg Plum. The steam train Evesham could often be seen in Worcester, The Vale of Evesham and its Blossom Trail Stratford and Birmingham neighbouring area has been has been 1980 Traditional orchards diminishing famous for its fruit and vegetable recognised growing since Medieval times and as one of the BLACKTHORN CHERRY PLUM Blossom Trail established - 8 miles is known to be some of the most top “wonders of spring” and can 1983 long at this stage and mainly around productive horticultural land in be experienced on foot, by bike, the area known as “The Lenches” by car or on a coach. the country. Survey undertaken to evaluate If you’re looking for a family opportunities the Trail could shopping experience with a For a few short weeks between mid-March The term Blossom is given to a cluster of 1993 provide. Trail extended to 20 miles difference, look no further than flowers that bloom on any plant - this can and mid-May the road sides along the 50 incorporating the town of Evesham The Valley Evesham. mile AA signposted Blossom Trail are ablaze include magnolia, hawthorn, blackthorn and PLUM CHERRY Evesham of Vale the around with colour. ornamental cherries. Second survey embarked upon- Nestled on the banks of the River Avon and journey round year delightful A 2000 Georgian town of Pershore and its set in 125 acres of countryside, The Valley is The spring Blossom Trail can be enjoyed Blossom trees however, tend to be surrounding area included in the trail a great shopping destination conveniently in many ways - in your own time or as a associated with the fruiting (Prunus genus) located off the A46, with extended opening fun-filled organised day out. To enhance varieties – these include cherries, plums, For the first time in its history, the 2019 hours from 1 April - Monday to Saturday 9am your visit to the Vale even further, this apples, pears, peaches and crab-apples. trail was postponed because of the 2001 until 6pm and Sundays 10.30am until 4.30pm publication focusses on the horticultural outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease highlights the area has to offer throughout Blossom provides pollen to pollinators such PEAR DAMSON Green-fingered visitors can indulge at Blue the rest of the year - award winning parks as bees who initiate the cross pollination The blossom recovered and the trail Diamond Home & Garden, while creatives and gardens, garden centres, nurseries necessary for the trees to reproduce by once again bloomed with the launch 2002 will find plenty at Crafter’s Companion and and farm shops (many with cafes) selling producing fruit. The colour of the blossom of the 40 mile route Cotswold Needlecraft. Fashionistas can pick outstanding local produce and home cooked that can be seen throughout the Vale of up some new threads at Outdoor and Country, delicacies. From April to June this will Evesham range from the delicate whites of The Trail celebrated its silver jubilee Fat Face and Tog 24, and if home interiors also include the famous Vale of Evesham pear, plum, orange, some cherry and most with the route being extended again are your thing, a visit to Julian Charles and asparagus - whose prestige has gained it almonds, to the variable degrees of pink of For more information visit: 2008 to include apple orchards and the ProCook is a must. PGI European Protected food name status. apple, peach and cherry. www.valeandspa.co.uk/blossom charming village of Broadway All kinds of cyclists, from weekend hobbyists to elite competitors, can test their skills in Boardman Bikes’ Performance Centre where there is a mind-blowing wind tunnel alongside FREE a showcase bike shop. PARKING GARDENS PARKS There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained EXPLORING THE too. Board the Evesham Vale Light Railway Worcestershire’s Vale & and chugg through picturesque countryside Spa has some of the best parks in the area before stopping off for a picnic, or let the little BLOSSOM TRAIL with numerous Green flag award-winning ones burn off energy at The Valley Castle Croome Court parks to choose from. In Droitwich Spa these Adventure Playground. A mid-18th century neo-Palladian mansion are Lido Park, Vines Park and St. Peters Cycling - Blossom Trail Bikeaway owned by the National Trust, surrounded by Fields. In Evesham these include Abbey If all that fun has worked up an appetite, you will be spoilt for choice at The Applebarn The Blossom Trail Bikeaway makes it the extensive landscaped parkland at Croome Park, Crown Meadow, Corporation Meadow, Restaurant, Coffee #1 or The Crafty Cuppa. perfect time to get back into the saddle. The D’Abitot, near Pershore. The mansion and Charity Brook Park, Jubilee Gardens, annual bike ride provides a choice of three park were designed by Lancelot “Capability” Waterside Gardens and Workman Gardens The Valley is the perfect place to shop-till-you- routes to suit all ages and capabilities starting Brown for the 6th Earl of Coventry, and were and in Pershore Abbey Park. drop, relax and have fun with the family in the THE from Hampton Ferry on Sunday 7 April. This Brown’s first landscape design and first major heart of Worcestershire. And with free parking VALLEY fantastic outdoor adventure follows selected architectural project. Some of the mansion’s To find out more about our spectacular parks please go to www.valeandspa.co.uk/ seven days a week, there’s no excuse for not parts of the trail providing beautiful views of rooms were designed by Robert Adam. MANCHESTER paying a visit. the blooming blossom whilst raising money for Coach Tours explore/parks worthwhile local charities. Experience the Spetchley Park Gardens delightful apple and plum orchards thoughout A country mansion standing in 4,500 acres For more information visit: the Vale with your very own tour guide. Enjoy of gardens and parkland in the hamlet of DESTINATION www.bikeawayventures.co.uk or this wonderful sightseeing journey and learn Spetchley, near Worcester. The house and General Information call 01386 565564. Tel: 01386 565373 all about the fascinating history of the area. It parks are separately Grade II* listed. The BIRMINGHAM SHOPPING promises to be an interesting and enjoyable house is built in two storeys of Bath stone Email: [email protected] day out. This tour will pick up from various with a large tetrastyla ionic portico entrance. www.valeandspa.co.uk ... WORCESTER BLOSSOM points throughout the county on Thursday 11 Within the house is a Roman Catholic chapel. TRAIL TWO MILES FROM EVESHAM and 18 April. The estate has belonged to the Berkeley Tourist Information Centres family which owns Berkeley Castle in Broadway Booking is essential. For details call Dudley’s Tel: 01386 852937 Gloucestershire, since it was first built in 1606. LONDON Coaches - 01386 792206 Email: [email protected] Snowshill Manor and Gardens Droitwich Spa BRISTOLBRISTOL Walking A National Trust property located in the Tel: 01905 774312 If you would like to enjoy the wonderful village of Snowshill, on the outskirts of Email: [email protected] Where to find us: countryside on foot then Worcestershire’s Vale Broadway. It is a 16th century country house, The M5, M42 and M50 motorways are on the & Spa makes an ideal location. We can offer best known for its 20th century owner, Evesham Tel: 01386 446944 doorstep, as are mainline rail links from London a range of walking routes long, short, easy or Charles Paget Wade - an eccentric man who Paddington and Birmingham. Overseas connections difficult - we have something for everyone. amassed an enormous collection of objects Email: [email protected] are well catered for, with nearby airports including that interested him. He gave the property to Pershore Birmingham, East Midlands and Bristol. For more information visit: the National Trust in 1951, and his collection is Tel: 01905 843896 01386 565373 Designed www.valeandspa.co.uk/explore/walking still housed there. Email: [email protected] [email protected] by THE VALLEY | WORCESTERSHIRE | WR11 4DS THEVALLEYSHOPPING.CO.UK TVE 99x210mm Advert - Blossom Trail.indd 1 28/02/2019 16:28 Wayside Farmshop Revills Farm Shop and Great café seasonal menu, coffee, tea, Wayside Nurseries 2 breakfast, lunch, homemade cakes, scones. 3 4 New Road, Elmley Castle, 5 50 Pitchers Hill, Wickhamford, Evesham, Situated on the A44 between Farmhouse Café Winter months sit by the fire. 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