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Hotels
Tewkesbury
Purple Hotel Tewkesbury
Off Shannon Way, Ashchurch,
Tewkesbury,
Gloucestershire.
England GL20 8BL
Phone:
(44) 01684 853 090
Fax: 08444 823 220
e-mail
us
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Major
Events In & Around
Tewkesbury |
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Throughout
the year there are large number of events that are happening
in and around Tewkesbury. So why not take that well deserved
break and come and stay with us at the Purple Hotel Tewkesbury
and whilst you are here why not join in the fun at one of the
following events:
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| Tewkesbury
Medieval Festival - 8th & 9th July 2006 |
Previously
known as the Medieval Fayre, this a great weekend for the whole
family. Events include the
Re-enactment of the Battle of Tewkesbury 1471, Medieval Fayre
(market), displays of
combat. there will also be music, jugglers and story tellers.
Date:
Saturday 8th July & Sunday 9th July 2004
Venue: Licoln Green Lane, Tewkesbury
Admission:
Entry is FREE
For further details please view the Tewkesbury
Medieval Festival website.
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| Tewkesbury
Water Festival - 14th & 15th July 2006 |
On
the banks of the Mill Avon, you will find boat races,
parades, music and fireworks. Great fun for the whole family.
For further information,
contact Tewkesbury Tourist Information on Tel: 01684 295027. |
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| Tewkesbury
Mop Fair - 9th & 10th October 2006 |
Street
fun fair ,stands stalls and rides.
For
further information, contact Tewkesbury Tourist Information on
Tel: 01684 295027. |
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| Three
Countries Showground - various dates |
The
Three Counties Agricultural Society stages a number events throughout
the year including the Malvern Spring
Gardening Show, the Three Counties Show, the Autumn Garden & County
Show, Antiques & Collectors Fairs, Toy & Train Fairs, Flea
Fairs, Horse and Dog Shows, and in December a superb Christmas
Shopping Fair.
View
the Three Counties Showground website for details of forthcoming
events
Venue:
Three Counties Showground
Entrance: Tickets/Entrance Fee
For further details please call Three Counties Showground on Tel: 01684 584924
or
view their website
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| Cheltenham
Racecourse |
Enjoy
a day
at the races! Cheltenham Racecourse home of the Gold Cup,
is a great course
to visit. Have a day out with family or friends, get close to
the racehorses and jockeys, and enjoy the thrill of the race.
If your
feeling lucky and fancy a flutter, you'll enjoy the hustle & bustle
down with the bookmakers. The race is about to start, and there
off......will your horse come in? Whatever the result your sure
to have a fun filled day out.
View
2006 fixtures
Venue:
Cheltenham Racecourse
Entrance: Tickets/Entrance Fee
For further details please call Cheltenham Racecourse on Tel: 01242 513 014
or view their website |
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| What's
On at the Theatre? |
There
is nothing like a night at the theatre. Tewkesbury's Roses
Theatre and Cinema has a number of performances throughout the
year. So why not
take
in a show
or catch a movie during your visit to Tewkesbury?
View
the Roses Theatre website for details on forthcoming
performances
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| Cheltenham
Town FC |
If
you are a Cheltenham Town Football fan and are visiting the area,
tickets are available for visiting supporters.
Visitors
are accommodated in the Whaddon Road End of the stadium. Tickets
should be purchased in advance.
View
2006 fixtures
Venue:
Cheltenham Racecourse
Entrance: Tickets/Entrance Fee
For further details or to purchase ticket please call Cheltenham Town FC on Tel:
01242 573558
or
view
their website |
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| Gloucestershire County Cricket Club |
During
your stay with us at the Purple Hotel Tewkesbury why not visit Gloucestershire
Country Cricket Club we you can watch
a One
Day International or domestic cricket match. Tickets
should be purchased in advance.
View
2006 fixtures
Venue:
Cheltenham Racecourse
Entrance: Tickets/Entrance Fee
For further details or to purchase ticket please call GCCC on Tel: 0117 910 8010
or
view
their website |
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| Gloucestershire
Rugby Club |
Rugby fans visiting the area can enjoy a match at Gloucestershire
Rugby Club. Tickets
should be purchased in advance.
View
2006 fixtures
Venue:
Gloucestershire Rugby Club
Entrance: Tickets/Entrance Fee
For further details or to purchase ticket please call Gloucestershire Rugby Club
Tel:
0871 871 87 81 or
view
their website |
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| Gloucestershire
Warwickshire Railway |
The
'Friendly Line in the Cotswolds' operates over a 20 mile round
trip between Toddington and Cheltenham Racecourse. The steam
train passes through superb scenery with unspoilt views of the
Cotswolds, Malverns and the Vale of Evesham. The exciting 693
yard Greet Tunnel is one of the longest on a preserved railway
and a must for any child (or child at heart)! Board at Toddington
or Cheltenham. GWR will also run the following special events:
Saturday
27th May - Sunday 4th June 2006 ~ Centenary
Celebration
Saturday 24th June 2005 - Sunday 25th June 2006 ~ Day out with
Thomas
Saturday 18th June 2005 ~ Fish and Chip Special
Sunday 11th June 2006 ~ Transport Nostalgia Day
Saturday 1st July 2006 ~ Fish and Chip Special
Sunday 9th July 2006 ~ Transport Nostalgia Day
Saturday 5th August 2006 ~ Fish and Chip Special
Saturday 9th September 2006 - Sunday 10th September 2006 ~ Diesel Gala
Sunday 24th September 2006 ~ Transport Nostalgia Day
Saturday 30th September 2006 - Sunday 1st October 2006 ~ Day
out with Thomas
Saturday 4th November 2006 - Sunday 5th November 2006 ~ Diesel Gala
Friday 10th November 2006 - Sunday 12th November 2006 ~ A Day At The
Races (Cheltenham Open)
Wednesday 27th December 2006 ~ Diesel Gala
Many
of the above events must be pre-booked, for further details
please call GWR on Tel: 01242 621405 or
view
their website |
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| Sudeley
Castle |
Nestled
in the Cotswold Hills, Sudeley Castle is steeped in history.
With royal connections spanning the centuries, it has played
and important role in the turbulent & changing times of
England's past. There are 14 acres of magnificent award-winning
gardens surrounding the Castle including the Queens & Knot
Gardens. In addition to the Castle, a new Pheasantry & Wildfowl
area has been added. Sudeley Castle runs a number of events
throughout the year, including the following:
Sunday
16th April 2006 ~ Children's
Easter Fun Day
Thursday
27th April 2006 to Sunday 30th April 2006 ~ The
Spring Grand Sale
Monday
1st May 2006~ May Day Celebration
including May Pole dancing
Monday
19th June 2006 to Sunday 25th June 2006 ~ Rose
Week
Saturday
8th July 2005 ~ CSMA's Night of the
Proms. On-line tickets now available on www.promsnight.com
Saturday
15th
July 2006 - Sunday 16th July 2006 ~ HDRA
Organic Gardening Weekend
Saturday
22nd July 2006~ Blues in the Ruins
(open air blues gig)
Saturday
12th August 2006 to Sunday 13th August 2006 ~ Festival
Players Present - Hamlet
Sunday
10th September 2006 ~ Garden Open Day
Friday 6th October 2006 to Sunday 8th October 2006 ~ Ideal
Home Show
Sunday
29th October 2006 ~ Halloween
Fun Day
For
further details please call Sudeley Castle on
Tel:
01242 602308 or
view
their website
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| Tewkesbury
Abbey |
Known
to some as the 'Westminster Abbey' of the feudal barony,
Tewkesbury Abbey is one of the most impressive Norman churches
in the
country. Here are some of the finest bosses in England as
well as a wonderful collection of medieval tombs and monuments.
Guided, special & group tours are available. There is
a wide variety of concerts and events that take place throughout
the year.
Friday
5th May 2006 - Saturday 6th May 2006 ~ Tewkesbury
Food & Drink Festival
Saturday 13th May 2005 ~ Tewkesbury and District Choral
Society Concert
Wednesday 24th May - Sunday 28th May 2006 ~ Tewkesbury
Spring Festival
Monday 29th May 2005 ~ Tekesbury Abbey Fete
Tuesday 4th July 2006 ~ Cheltenham Music Festival - Concerts
at The Abbey 'The King's Singers'
Tuesday 11h July 2006 ~ Cheltenham Music Festival - Concerts
at The Abbey 'Orlando Consort and Oriel Singers'
Tuesday 15th July 2006 ~ Cheltenham Music Festival - Concerts
at The Abbey 'Grande Messes de Morts'
Friday 28th July 2006 & Saturday 29th July 2006 ~ Not
Now! Outdoor Theatre
Monday 31st July 2006 - Sunday 6th August 2006 ~ Musica
Deo Sacra
For
further details please call the Tewkesbury Abbey Office
on Tel: 01684 850959 or
view
their website |
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| Special
Rates at the Purple Hotel Tewkesbury |
For
further details of our weekend breaks and leisure offers,
simply click
here
Please note that the Purple Hotel Tewkesbury does not hold
stock of tickets for events. Please contact the organisers direct for further
details on events or to purchase tickets.
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