What's on Guide 2018
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Broadway | Droitwich Spa | Evesham | Pershore www.valeandspa.co.uk WELCOME TO THE 2018 WHAT’S ON GUIDE FOR WORCESTERSHIRE’S VALE & SPA An area of sheer diversity, not only in its surroundings, but also in what is on offer with accommodation, shopping, attractions and a plethora of festivals and events – there is truly something for everyone. Ranging from international and award-winning, to local, fun and quirky – this is definitely a year-round experience not to be missed. Whatever your hobbies and interests are, There are plenty of events that will there will surely be something to suit you. provide great entertainment for With coach tours, horticulture, history, children – just look for this sign next music and more, you will never be stuck to events. for something to do. If this guide has whetted your appetite for Events in Worcestershire’s Vale & Spa are 2018 and you would like more information unlike others across the country, mainly about the area and accomodation details because of their local distinctiveness. The (so you can stay for even longer), please area prides itself on being different, and visit: throughout the towns of Wychavon you will see some very unique celebrations of www.valeandspa.co.uk what makes them so special. www.valeandspa.co.uk 3 H S C P I A T W D R O I SALT The town certainly has a soft spot for food, and for good reason – the Droitwich Spa Food & Drink Festival is officially the ‘Best Event in Worcestershire’ having won its category in the Visit Worcestershire Awards for Excellence! Taking place this year on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 June, the Lido Park-based event comprises of a plethora of food & drink stalls; a cookery demonstration kitchen; cookery competitions; entertainment; and a kids zone. The delightful park setting allows for a wonderful, enjoyable experience. Foodie fans should be sure to also visit the town centre’s restaurants for a fabulous meal… that’s if you have room after all those samples! Droitwich Spa benefits from a naturally-occurring brine spring. When the brine is extracted and heated, it produces a very pure salt. The town celebrates this historical connection with salt through its annual Salt Fest – taking place on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 September. Not only can you purchase the 2017-launched Droitwich Salt and associated products at the event, but visitors also have the thrill of experiencing a Roman camp. There is evidence that the town had Roman occupation – it was known as ‘Salinae’ meaning ‘Salt Works’. A weekend of live music, activities, stalls and entertainment throughout the town welcomes crowds to this unique celebration of a 100% natural product. B T H E R H I T I S ASPARAGUS FESTIVAL 23 April – 21 June The famous Vale of Evesham asparagus is grown in the heart of Worcestershire. Its prestige has gained PGI European protected food name status and joins an elite group of food and drink which includes Champagne, Melton Mowbray pork pies, and Welsh lamb. The world’s finest ‘gras’ is celebrated across a two-month festival that consists of numerous events and activities that are fun for all the family. It is also the pride of the area’s many restaurants, pubs and cafés, which showcase the majestic asparagus on their menus. Remember, Vale of Evesham asparagus can only be purchased during its season (23 April – 21 June) so make sure you get yours whilst stock lasts! Monday 23 April Friday 22 – Sunday 24 June The Great English Asparagus Run National Morris Weekend Official launch of the 2018 British In and around Evesham Asparagus Festival. A ‘100’ round of the Multi-side national festival of Morris finest Vale ‘gras’ transported in true Dancing. ‘Asum Style’. www.nationalmorrisweekend.co.uk Thursday 10 & Thursday 17 May Asparabus Coach Tours Enjoy an ‘asparagus experience’ with this unique coach tour. Pick up at various points. Booking essential. Dudley Coaches I 01386 792206 Sunday 20 May Asparagus Family Colour Fun Run The Valley, Evesham A multi-terrain, family-friendly run. www.thevalleyshopping.co.uk Sunday 27 May & Sunday 3 June The Famous Fleece Asparagus Auctions The Fleece Inn, Bretforton Bretforton Silver Band entertain the crowds as the season’s best and freshest local asparagus is auctioned to raise vital funds. Free entry. www.thefleeceinn.co.uk For more information regarding all of these events: www.britishasparagusfestival.org [email protected] | 01386 565373 The British Asparagus Festival | @AsparagusFest E R T P H E E R S H O Pershore PLUM Plum Festival Quadruple winner of the FESTIVAL Best Tourism Event and Festival Award Pershore’s long history with the plums that 31 July – 27 August made the town so famous is celebrated when the town turns purple and yellow to commemorate this special fruit. Climaxing in a three day ‘plumtacular’ event over the August Bank Holiday weekend, you will be spoilt for choice with so many ‘plum crazy’ events and activities taking place – all of which are ‘Fun For Kids’. Sunday 1 July Plum Blossom Sunday Tuesday 31 July Angel Hotel Pershore Plum Festival Evening Races Wednesday 8 & Wednesday 15 August Plum Coach Tours Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 August Plum Weekend at Walsgrove Farm Thursday 23 August Pershore Plum Festival Bike Nite Saturday 25 – Monday 27 August The Big Plum Festival, Angel Hotel Saturday 25 – Monday 27 August Plum Festival Bank Holiday weekend Enjoy a plum filled weekend with attractions and entertainment throughout the town. Saturday: Heritage and retail; Sunday: Family Fun Day and Monday: Traditional plum fun Saturday 16 September Plum Bikeaway For more information regarding all of these events: www.pershoreplumfestival.org.uk [email protected] | 01386 565373 Pershore Plum Festival | @PlumFestival FEBRUARY Thursday 1 February Friday 9 February Monday 19 February Catriona McDermid Noble Jacks in Concert Nick Sharratt’s (bassoon) with Number 8, Pershore Big Draw Along Jonathan Musgrave Folk band Noble Jacks Number 8, Pershore (piano) bring their roof raising, Join this much-loved high energy show to Evesham Arts Centre children’s writer and Pershore, with feel-good Classical music including illustrator in a family- footstompin’ rhythms and Elgar, Ravel & Gurney. friendly, fun filled draw- vivid lyricism. 7.30pm. Tickets £17, £16 and £3 for along for all ages. 2pm. www.number8.org students. www.number8.org www.edmc.website Saturday 10 – Thursday 8 February – Sunday 11 February Wednesday 23 May Snowdrops at Hiroshige’s Japan: Snowshill Manor Views of Mount Fuji Snowshill Manor, nr Broadway Broadway Museum and Enjoy a peak into the Art Gallery garden during the closed Over 20 views of Mount season to see these delicate Fuji by Utagawa Hiroshige little flowers. 1pm-4pm. (1797-1858), well-known www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ Japanese woodblock print snowshill-manor-and-garden designer. www.broadwaymuseum.org.uk Tuesday 13 February Plant Heritage ‘Three West Country Gardens’ Sunday 25 February Pershore College, Room 14 Peopleton Duathlon A talk by Adrian James Peopleton Hall/ about Mapperton, Recreational Field Marwood Hill and Yeo Run 4 miles, bike 18 miles Valley Organic. 7pm. and run 2miles. Good Contact: 01905 830370 beginner’s race: roads and lanes. Entry £30. www.worcestertriclub.co.uk www.valeandspa.co.uk 7 MARCH Thursday 1 March Saturday 17 March Thursday 22 March The Pelleas The Counterfeit Ensemble Stones Live John Singer Sargent’s Portraits Evesham Arts Centre The Regal, Evesham Classical music played Now in their 27th year, of Sisters on Harp, Flute and Viola. these prank-stars Broadway Museum Composers include continue to deliver the and Art Gallery Bax, Ravel and Debussy. best ‘mock ‘n’ roll’ show Former Director of Tickets £17, £16, £3 on the circuit. the Boston Museum students. 7.30pm. www.theregal.ac of Fine Arts, Malcolm www.edmc.website Rogers, discusses Singer Sunday 18 March Sargent’s works including Saturday 10 – Sunday Morning ‘Carnation, Lily. Lily Rose’. Sunday 18 March Walk with Evesham www.broadwaymuseum. org.uk Heirloom Trail Ramblers Snowshill Manor, Footpath in front of Friday 23 March nr Broadway Upton Snodsbury Church Jethro: The Count Family fun to celebrate Meet at 10am for a 6 mile of Cornwall Mother’s Day. 12pm–4pm. walk along the brook and Evesham Arts Centre www.nationaltrust.org. back through Bow Wood. A memorable evening of uk/snowshill-manor-and- www.eveshamramblers. garden org.uk hysterical nonsense from the cream of Cornish Tuesday 13 March Monday 19 March comedians. Live on Plant Heritage W Factor stage: Jethro. ‘Pulmonarias’ www.eveshamartscentre. Final Show co.uk Pershore College, Room 14 Number 8, Pershore A talk by Margaret Stone. A performing arts Members free, visitors talent contest for 11 – 18 £3. 7pm. year olds living across Contact: 0121 476 1340 Wychavon. theWfactor Wednesday 28 March – Friday 30 March – SPRING Monday 2 April Sunday 15 April BLOSSOM TRAIL Golden Egg Trail Dino Eggstravaganza Spetchley Park Gardens All Things Wild Nature Follow the Easter egg Mid-March – Mid-May Centre, Honeybourne Trail accessible to all trail around the beautiful There’s lots of fun to be modes of transport. Gardens, solve the clues, had here at All Things Wild www.blossom-trail.org.uk and collect a yummy Easter this Easter! 01386 565373 treat. www.allthingswild.co.uk www.spetchleygardens.co.uk Thursday 29 March – Sunday 15 April Easter Fun at the Almonry The Almonry Museum, Evesham Follow our Easter Eggs- travaganza Trail around the museum and fun craft activity. See website for details and prices. Friday 23 March www.almonryevesham.org Pudding Night Jinney Ring Craft Centre, Hanbury A light supper followed by Saturday 31 March as many desserts as you Bishampton can manage, all night! Spring Show www.jinneyring.co.uk Villages Hall, Bishampton, Saturday 24 March WR10 2LY An Evening with Come and celebrate the Mark Sissons first show of spring flowers! Join in and exhibit, or just Droitwich High School see and enjoy.