What's On Evesham

Featuring Bernard Allison, Vanja Sky and Mike Zito This is no ordinary club tour.......this is the Blues Caravan 2018.

Escape the real world with Evesham Operatic and Dramatic Society as they delve into a land of fantasy, magic, and the supernatural.

A rarity in folk music, Hannah is a singer, musician and innovative clog dancer. Jig Doll combines all these skills in a beautiful show exploring the life of the travelling player. "A true original ... you need to see James live to fully appreciate her percussive dance skills." - The Guardian. Booking Advisable.

his workshop is the perfect introduction to the ancient art of basket making and will see you making an attractive platter and a small herb basket - in a day!

Join us for this opportunity to learn the traditional craft of candle making, creating your own collection using various techniques developed during the day. In particular, you will be exploring the art of dipped, poured and rolled candles.

This Willow Bird Sculpture Workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some experience. You will gain an insight into the history, cultivation and the uses of willow and will learn willow weaving techniques.

The British Asparagus Festival in the Vale of Evesham is from 23rd April - 21st June 2018. Starting on St Georges Day – 23rd April - traditionally the start of the English Asparagus Growing season - the Festival begins with The Great English Asparagus Run- a Beaujolais-type event with a giant round of asparagus being...

Badapple Theatre Company is celebrating 20 years on the road and to mark the milestone, it is re-presenting the first show the Company ever toured with. ’Amy Johnson’ will tour nationally starting in Yorkshire, travelling down through the Midlands, Surrey, Gloucestershire and finally Somerset.

If you’re a plantaholic, come and enjoy a real treat, shop, cafe and nursery on site too.

|A report on the past year by the Chairman and a review of the accounts followed by a fun and informal, yet informative and Gardeners’ Question Time plus plant sales.

Feel-good drama set in Switzerland, 1971 when women were still denied the right to vote leading frustrated housewife, Nora to join the fight for women’s suffrage.

Orchestra of the Swan present the Classical era at it’s best, performing with Bromsgrove Young Musician winner, Emily Sun.

Based on the true story of US figure skater, Tonya Harding (Margot Robbie) and her attack on fellow Olympic competitor Nancy Kerrigan.

Julia Roberts and Owen Wilson star in this inspiring story following a young boy with facial disfigurements, who struggles to fit in when he goes to mainstream school for the first time.

Exciting and creative drama sessions giving young people age 12+ the chance to develop their acting skills in a fun, friendly atmosphere.

This film gives an insight into the famous monastery of Zen Buddhist master Thich Nhat Hanh, with unprecedented access to the community.

The true story of Donald Crowhurst (Colin Firth), the man who attempted the first non-stop solo round-the-world yacht race in 1968.

Journalist and broadcaster Jenni Murray joins us here at Number 8 to explore the lives of women.

BBC Music Introducing brings the best new artists from the local area to Number 8 to capture their performance live.

Britain on Film takes us on a journey around our coasts, with archive films from 1901 – 1978.

British comedy telling the story of a group of retired ‘80s wrestlers who slip into the lycra one last time in an attempt to save their local pub.

Rory Kinnear and Anne-Marie Duff return to the National Theatre to play Macbeth and Lady Macbeth.

Lois Smith and Jon Hamm star in this drama about love, loss and memory.

This month’s guest performers are Malvern based Set ’em Up Joe, playing a mixture of folk, country and jazz songs.

Martin Freeman and Paul Whitehouse star in Ghost Stories adapted from an award-winning stage play.

A special screening of Matthew Bourne’s internationally acclaimed Cinderella followed by a live Q&A exclusively for cinemas.

Drama set in 19th century France, based on Guy de Maupassant’s novel, Une Vie.

Orchestra of the Swan perform pieces by Bach, Rutter and Vivaldi in the final concert of their spring series.

A dramatic, alluring, classical English cottage garden. Wafting, changing colours on rainbow watch,framed over arch and bent against ubiquous stonewalls. Sit by the Captains bridge, near brook banked with primula, astilbe geranium. Pastel coloured borders with rose, potentilla, smilicinia, acers and shrubbery bits.

If you have wondered whether bowls might be the social activity you seek, come along and try it with the help of one of our coaches to get you started on the right path. On 22 April 2018 from 14:00, Overbury Bowling Club is holding an Open Day where you can experience this fun, social and sporting activity.

Friendly and fun workshops in Birlingham, a lovely setting, learning how to make some cute pyjama shorts, perfect for those returning to sewing, or wanting to take up a new hobby.

A leisurely 5.5 mile walk from Tiddesley Woods up to Besford and Croome Perry Woods and back. Should be a good display of Bluebells in the woods, one easy ascent and a few stiles, will be walked at a steady pace.

Wartime in the Cotswolds on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway. Take a trip back in time and enjoy the railway’s nostalgic and light hearted look at life in the Cotswolds in the 1940s.

Step back in time to the 1940s. A great day out for all the family. Travel by steam train on our beautiful heritage railway. Plenty of free parking at Cheltenham Racecourse Station and Toddington.

Cotswold Bricks & Trains at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway Southern Lego [R] Train Club’s Cotswold Bricks and Trains Weekend ’Helping build Children’s Imaginations. For this weekend Steam 2 will be replaced by a second diesel hauled train. Small charge for the display.

20 acres of planted landscape in early C18 formal setting. The restored canal, upper pond and 165ft high fountain have re-created one of the most interesting Baroque water gardens in Britain. Striking C16 manor with gatehouse, tithe barn and church.

True countryman’s acre garden. Interesting layout. Japanese - style feature with ’dragons den’. Specimen trees; water features; perennial garden, vegetable garden; poultry and cider making. New small stream side bog garden.

6 mile run, and 2 mile fun run/walk in Peopleton, Worcestershire. Awards ceremony and refershments in the village hall.

Would you like to meet new people and build new friendships? Why not come and join us for tea, coffee, cake and a chat at our monthly Coffee Morning.

Discover the art of outdoor photography with acclaimed landscape photogarpher, Sarah Howard and experience the many delights that Hidcote has to offer the photographer. This workshop is suitable for all levels of ability .

If you’ve ever fancied having a go at HARMONY SINGING why not come along to "WHY NOT SING at Stoulton Village Hall".

Locally produced goods, hand crafted gifts, wood turning, local Honey, homemade jams, chutney, marmalade, home baked cakes, scones, sausage rolls, quiches, seasonal vegetables, vegetable plants, bedding plants, free range eggs, apple and pear juice, perennials , wreaths. And so much more.

Britain’s largest walled gardens opens its doors again in 2018. The privately owned gardens date back to the early 18th century and were altered by Lancelot ’Capability’ Brown, as part of his grand design at Croome.

We are delighted to be hosting a series of outdoor sculpture and indoor art exhibitions at The Walled Gardens at Croome Court. They will showcase the work of talented and creative artists and provide inspiration for garden and art lovers alike. All exhibits will be available to purchase.

Join our guide and learn more about the hidden archaeology of the 1640s house now encased within Brown’s stunning 1750s neo classical mansion. Explore the basement of the hidden 1640’s house. Booking Not Needed.

Chat to our volunteer Walling Team about rebuilding Croome’s estate walls - they have rebuilt over 250 metres so far. As these are volunteer led and weather dependent, we recommend you contact our Visitor centre for updated information. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.

Take a peek inside one of Croome’s eye-catchers, usually closed to the public. With fantastic panoramic views of Worcester from the top of the tower you’ll understand why it was chosen as a viewing platform designed by James Wyatt. FREE, donations are welcome. Sensible footwear is required.

Eleanor was one of Croome’s influential designers. She developed a new building material - Coade stone which was used in the garden at Croome. Not only this but she was a pioneer business woman.

Join our guide and learn more about the hidden archaeology of the 1640s house now encased within Brown’s stunning 1750s neo classical mansion. Explore the basement of the hidden 1640’s house. Booking Not Needed.

Chat to our volunteer Walling Team about rebuilding Croome’s estate walls - they have rebuilt over 250 metres so far. As these are volunteer led and weather dependent, we recommend you contact our Visitor centre for updated information. Booking Not Needed. Dogs on leads welcome.