Tewkesbury Abbey was a recipient of the interventions of Sir George Gilbert Scott, the Victorian Gothic Revivalist Architect, during the years 1870-1879. In this lecture Mr Tim Bridges, Conservation Adviser at the Victorian Society, will explore the controversies surrounding Gilbert Scott's work with many of the Medieval buildings in Great Britain during the Victorian era. […]
Nicholson & Co are one of the two largest firms of organ builders in Britain. The firm was originally established by Richard Nicholson in Rochdale in the 1820s; his son John set up business on his own in Worcester in 1841, and quickly rose to fame through instruments such as that at Great Malvern Priory […]
The first Council meeting in the current cycle of meetings
Tim Jeffree is the maker of the Abbey's fine 'Cope Chest' located at the West End of the Abbey. He runs a carpentry business, TDJ Joinery, based at Prinknash Abbey, making church furniture that is unique, spiritual, functional and robust, with commissions from all over the country. Tickets are on sale from The Abbey Shop, […]
Immerse yourself in the surroundings and music of Edward Elgar as Dr Roger Allen (piano) and John Parsons (violin) perform a short live recital of Elgar’s music. The Firs, located in the picturesque countryside near Worcester, holds a special place in the heart of music enthusiasts and history buffs alike as the birthplace of Sir […]
"Ambition, Violence and Piety - the career of Robert FitzHamon" Professor Judith Green "When William the Conqueror invaded England he seized the manor of Tewkesbury ... When William Rufus became king, he gave the 'Honour of Tewkesbury' to Sir Robert Fitz-Hamon, who had not only 'come over with the Conqueror', but was his kinsman and […]
A sponsored fundraising event, all proceeds will go to The Friends of Tewkesbury Abbey For the Quiz teams will be groups of 6. Either purchase 6 tickets and come as a group of 6 or purchase 1-5 tickets and be allocated to a team on the evening. Tickets may be purchased online via the link […]
Due to a change to the regular service pattern at the Abbey it is necessary to move the date of the annual Friends' Festival. From 2024 the Friends' Festival (including the AGM) will now be held on the LAST SUNDAY IN JUNE each year. The Friends' Festival date for 2024 is therefore SUNDAY 30TH JUNE […]
On the 1st of July, The Friends of Tewkesbury Abbey invite you to embark on a journey through time and marvel at the magnificent Worcester Cathedral, a masterpiece of medieval architecture nestled in the heart of Worcestershire, England. As you step through its ancient doors, you'll be transported back centuries, enveloped in the rich history […]
Beyond the Abbey Church: An Examination of Tewkesbury's Medieval Monastic Precinct Dr Ellie March, University of Exeter and Friends' Scholar The talk will be held in The Parish Hall, Tewkesbury Abbey centre, Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5RZ Tickets are also on sale in the Abbey Shop