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Pershore
Pershore is an elegant market town set in the heart of the Vale Of Evesham and it has a wealth of history and heritage.
The impressive, medieval Pershore Abbey was founded in 689AD by King Oswald. Later, in 972AD, a charter was granted by King Edgar. Most of the Abbey's architecture is from the 13th century and today it is dominated by the tall pinnacled tower. In summer the tower is often open. Climb to the top for a beautiful view of the Vale and Bredon Hill.
www.pershoreabbey.org.uk
Pershore is renowned for its outstanding Georgian façade and many of the buildings are listed. Pick up a copy of the Pershore Town Walk from the Tourist Information Centre and spend time wandering around the town.
Visit the Heritage Centre, located in the new Town Hall, for themed displays of bygone Pershore.
A short distance away from the town centre stands Pershore Bridge, scene of Civil War skirmishes. Look closely and you will be able to see the scars of battle.
Pershore is also an important district rich in fruit (well known for locally grown plums) also vegetable production (it is in the Vale of Evesham). Pershore has been designated as a town of major architectural importance by the Council for British Archaeology, and listed as an outstanding conservation area.
The River Avon runs through Pershore and is a popular stop off for boat traffic and fishermen alike.
Just outside the town is Tyddesley Wood - 185 acres of ancient woodland and home to herb Paris, small leaved lime and the wild service tree. This woodland dates back to the Ice Age and was mentioned in the Doomsday Book.
Pershore is surrounded by beautiful countryside and picturesque villages and is a haven for cyclists and ramblers.
Pershore has many specialist shops offering a wealth of aesthetically pleasing and practical gifts for every occasion. There is also an undercover market, restaurants and welcoming pubs.
It also has its own Number 8 Community Arts Centre with an exciting programme of events.
Many of the buildings along Bridge Street and Broad Street are listed. Poets such as John Betjeman have been inspired by Pershore's beauty, and its old-world charm is sure to entice you back time and again.
The impressive, medieval Pershore Abbey was founded in 689AD by King Oswald. Later, in 972AD, a charter was granted by King Edgar. Most of the Abbey's architecture is from the 13th century and today it is dominated by the tall pinnacled tower. In summer the tower is often open. Climb to the top for a beautiful view of the Vale and Bredon Hill.
www.pershoreabbey.org.uk
Pershore is renowned for its outstanding Georgian façade and many of the buildings are listed. Pick up a copy of the Pershore Town Walk from the Tourist Information Centre and spend time wandering around the town.
Visit the Heritage Centre, located in the new Town Hall, for themed displays of bygone Pershore.
A short distance away from the town centre stands Pershore Bridge, scene of Civil War skirmishes. Look closely and you will be able to see the scars of battle.
Pershore is also an important district rich in fruit (well known for locally grown plums) also vegetable production (it is in the Vale of Evesham). Pershore has been designated as a town of major architectural importance by the Council for British Archaeology, and listed as an outstanding conservation area.
The River Avon runs through Pershore and is a popular stop off for boat traffic and fishermen alike.
Just outside the town is Tyddesley Wood - 185 acres of ancient woodland and home to herb Paris, small leaved lime and the wild service tree. This woodland dates back to the Ice Age and was mentioned in the Doomsday Book.
Pershore is surrounded by beautiful countryside and picturesque villages and is a haven for cyclists and ramblers.
Pershore has many specialist shops offering a wealth of aesthetically pleasing and practical gifts for every occasion. There is also an undercover market, restaurants and welcoming pubs.
It also has its own Number 8 Community Arts Centre with an exciting programme of events.
Many of the buildings along Bridge Street and Broad Street are listed. Poets such as John Betjeman have been inspired by Pershore's beauty, and its old-world charm is sure to entice you back time and again.
