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Self Guided Walk from Tewkesbury Abbey to Victoria Gardens
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Tewkesbury
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Tewkesbury. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll Gallivant with tour producer Owen Bowles through the tiny Tudor town that was once home to 101 pubs.
On this tour, I’ll tell you how the industrial revolution by-passed the town, leaving us with over 350 listed buildings of special architectural and historical interest today, many of them timber-framed Tudor houses. You’ll learn why Tewkesbury once was home to 101 pubs. Hear the fate of the Lancastrian lords who claimed sanctuary in the abbey after the Battle of Tewkesbury and learn about the turbulent religious history of England and how it ties into this lovely little m...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Meeting Points
Departure
Tewkesbury Abbey Car Park
The tour begins in the Abbey Lawns Car Park. The entrance to the Abbey Lawns through the iron gates on the opposite side of the car park to the car park entrance.
Return
Victoria Gardens
The tour ends at Victoria Gardens.
Itinerary
1
Tewkesbury Abbey
Begin your journey at Tewkesbury Abbey, a stunning Norman abbey that celebrated its 900th anniversary in 2021. Discover its role in the Wars of the Roses and why it's known as ‘the Westminster Abbey of the Feudal Baronage.’
2
Old Baptist Chapel
Visit the oldest Baptist chapel in southern England. See the original baptismal pool used for full-immersion baptisms and learn about the chapel's historical significance.
3
The Royal Hop Pole - J D Wetherspoon
Explore the traditional coaching inn that appears in Charles Dickens’ ‘Pickwick Papers.’ This historic hotel is a testament to Tewkesbury’s vibrant past and literary connections.
4
Town of Tewksbury-Town Hall
Marvel at the elegant 18th-century Town Hall, a focal point for local governance and community events. Its architecture reflects the town's historical significance.
5
King John's Bridge
Cross the historic stone bridge built by King John in 1197. This ancient bridge has been a vital crossing point over the centuries and remains a key landmark.
6
Healing's Mill
Visit the site of a once state-of-the-art flour mill, a marvel of its time. Learn how it represented Tewkesbury’s brief foray into industrial advancement.
7
Victoria Gardens
End your tour at the tranquil Victoria Gardens beside the River Avon. This picturesque spot is perfect for reflecting on the town’s rich history and natural beauty.
Self Guided Walk from Tewkesbury Abbey to Victoria Gardens
(1) Reviews
Tewkesbury
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Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Tewkesbury. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll Gallivant with tour producer Owen Bowles through the tiny Tudor town that was once home to 101 pubs.
On this tour, I’ll tell you how the industrial revolution by-passed the town, leaving us with over 350 listed buildings of special architectural and historical interest today, many of them timber-framed Tudor houses. You’ll learn why Tewkesbury once was home to 101 pubs. Hear the fate of the Lancastrian lords who claimed sanctuary in the abbey after the Battle of Tewkesbury and learn about the turbulent religious history of England and how it ties into this lovely little m...
Highlights
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Meeting Points
Departure
Tewkesbury Abbey Car Park
The tour begins in the Abbey Lawns Car Park. The entrance to the Abbey Lawns through the iron gates on the opposite side of the car park to the car park entrance.
