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Emma Ash Cllr, North Ward & Mayor, Tewkesbury Town Council. Email: [email protected]
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A huge thank you to Dame Fiona Reynolds DBE, President of the Cirencester History Festival, for inviting me to attend Be...
01/11/2026

A huge thank you to Dame Fiona Reynolds DBE, President of the Cirencester History Festival, for inviting me to attend Beatlemania! How the Fab Four Re-Wired the Sixties, where she also hosted Dr Roz Savage MBE FRGS MP, the first woman to row solo across the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific oceans.

The event featured a fascinating conversation between David Kynaston and Steve Taylor, chaired by Vernon Harwood, exploring the extraordinary influence of the Beatles on British society, culture, and music during the 1960s.

Both authors also discussed their latest books:

David Kynaston: Deep into the Sixties: Britain 1965-66 (Tales of a New Jerusalem).

Steve Taylor: Across the Universe: The Magic and Mystery of the Beatles’ Creativity.

It was also a real pleasure to meet the lovely historian and author Alice Loxton, whose new book, A History of Britain in 21 Paintings, was available at the festival two weeks ahead of its official publication.

Thank you to everyone involved for such a wonderful festival, including those that I had the pleasure of meeting on the night: Clare Austin (Festival Manager), Victoria Calvert (Box Office Manager), Di Cronin (Volunteer Coordination and Fundraising), and Jess Yarrow (Festival Director).

It was a pleasure to officially unveil a new life-saving defibrillator at the Anglo-American Garden of Remembrance and R...
30/10/2026

It was a pleasure to officially unveil a new life-saving defibrillator at the Anglo-American Garden of Remembrance and Riverside Walk in Tewkesbury.

The installation also includes an emergency bleed control kit, providing life-saving equipment.

A big thank you to Greg and the Public Hearts Defibrillator Campaign, who have now installed 126 defibrillators throughout Gloucestershire.

In the past 12 months, these defibrillators have been accessed over 200 times throughout Gloucestershire, highlighting how important these facilities are.

Thanks also go to the Mythe Lodge Tewkesbury, whose generosity made the installation possible, along with GES: Gloucestershire Electrical Services Ltd, who kindly provided their electrical services free of charge.

Thank you to everyone involved, including the team at Tewkesbury Town Council.

🎶 FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC AT THE WATSON HALL! 🎶We're delighted to invite you all to a fantastic evening of live music an...
26/10/2026

🎶 FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE MUSIC AT THE WATSON HALL! 🎶

We're delighted to invite you all to a fantastic evening of live music and fundraising at The Watson Hall, Tewkesbury, on Friday 6th November!

All proceeds will support the Mayor’s Charities: 1st Tewkesbury Boys’ Brigade, Tewkesbury Town Colts FC, and The Roses Theatre, three wonderful organisations supporting children and young people in Tewkesbury.

🎸 Down to Georgia: Bringing foot-stomping country covers from the Cotswolds.

🎤 Human Jukebox: Taking your song requests and turning them into live performances throughout the evening.

📍 Venue: The Watson Hall, 65 Barton Street, Tewkesbury.

🕢 Time: Doors and bar open from 7:30pm.

🎟️ Entry: Minimum £5 donation on the door, with additional contributions very welcome.

It promises to be a brilliant evening of music, entertainment, and fundraising for three fantastic local causes.

Please come along, bring your friends and family, and help us to raise as much as possible for the children and young people of Tewkesbury.

🤠 Country-themed outfits are encouraged, yeehaw!

🎶 Find out more and join our Facebook event: Friday Night Live Music

It was fascinating to attend the opening of The Bayeux Tapestry and Norman Heritage Trail at Tewkesbury Abbey, in partne...
26/10/2026

It was fascinating to attend the opening of The Bayeux Tapestry and Norman Heritage Trail at Tewkesbury Abbey, in partnership with the British Museum.

As part of the national Bayeux Around Britain programme, the exhibition features a magnificent full-scale reproduction of the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the events surrounding the Norman Conquest of 1066. Look out for fascinating details, from Edward the Confessor and Harold's journey to Normandy to Halley's Comet and the dramatic Battle of Hastings!

This exhibition is particularly special because of Tewkesbury's remarkable connection to the story and the centuries of English history that followed.

Robert Fitzhamon, founder of Tewkesbury Abbey, was the grandfather of William FitzRobert, 2nd Earl of Gloucester, who, through his illegitimate paternal line, was also a grandson of King Henry I and great-grandson of William the Conqueror.

William FitzRobert’s daughter, Isabella, married John, the future King of England, although their marriage was later annulled on the grounds of consanguinity, as they were both great-grandchildren of Henry I. Her sister, Amice, married into the influential de Clare family.

The royal connections continue at nearby Gloucester Cathedral, where King John's son, Henry III, from his second marriage, was crowned. Remarkably, this Wednesday, 28th October 2026, marks the 810th anniversary of his coronation. Just over a century later, King Edward II was also buried there.

Thank you to everyone who’s helped bring this exhibition to Tewkesbury. It’s free (although donations are very welcome) and open until July 2027, giving us a wonderful opportunity to explore this fascinating history.

It was lovely to join the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS), Severn Unit, for their 26th Trafalgar Night at Browns Garden...
19/10/2026

It was lovely to join the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS), Severn Unit, for their 26th Trafalgar Night at Browns Garden Restaurant.

It was a brilliant evening celebrating the Unit's dedication and service, and the valuable contribution its volunteers make to our local community.

We were treated to outstanding hospitality and thoroughly enjoyed spending the evening with everyone!

Sam Eedle, Chairman at Tewkesbury Historical Society, delivered a fascinating talk exploring Tewkesbury’s historical connections to Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, and the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. This included the remarkable story of William Sandilands (Saunders), a Tewkesbury resident who served aboard HMS Victory and is believed to have helped carry the wounded Nelson below deck during the battle.

Read more about Sandilands in Sam’s article here: https://www.tewkesburyhistory.org/The-Continuing-Mystery-of-William-Sandilands

A huge thank you to everyone at the Severn Unit for such a memorable evening and for all that you do for our community!

📸 Photo: Vol. CPO Russ Davidson, Mr Sam Eedle, Vol. Off. Nic Price, and RVO (Retd) G MacDonald.

🎡🎠 Tewkesbury Mop Fair 2026! 🎢✨It was wonderful to officially open this year's Tewkesbury Mop Fair alongside the Mayor o...
10/10/2026

🎡🎠 Tewkesbury Mop Fair 2026! 🎢✨

It was wonderful to officially open this year's Tewkesbury Mop Fair alongside the Mayor of Tewkesbury Borough, Cllr George Malcom-Porter!

We couldn't open the fair without trying out some of the rides! From the bumper cars and waltzers to the big wheel, fun house, and so much more, we certainly made the most of the occasion! 🎡

Tewkesbury's Mop Fair is one of our town's most treasured traditions, with a history stretching back centuries to the reign of King John in 1199. It’s wonderful to see this event continuing to bring excitement, laughter, and unforgettable memories to new generations.

A huge thank you to James and Claire Danter, the Danter family, the Showmen's Guild, the Tewkesbury Fair Society, and to everyone involved in bringing this magnificent event to our town each year.

What a brilliant evening celebrating one of Tewkesbury's incredible traditions! 🎠

It was an absolute joy to join the U3A Painting for Pleasure group on Friday morning, where I had the honour of judging ...
10/10/2026

It was an absolute joy to join the U3A Painting for Pleasure group on Friday morning, where I had the honour of judging their monthly art competition!

This month’s theme was “trees.” I was so impressed by the creativity, talent, and variety of interpretations on display. It certainly wasn't an easy decision!

A massive congratulations to Anona, our winner, and Wendy, our runner-up, and to everyone who took part. What a wonderfully talented group of artists!

It was also brilliant to meet Ken Powell, a former Mayor of Tewkesbury, and to admire some of his incredible artwork.

Thank you all for such a warm welcome! It was a real honour to spend the morning with you and I know my Consort, Tina, is now very keen to join the group herself!

It was lovely to be invited to Wild Worship at Tewkesbury Abbey for the Blessing of the Rain Garden, created in partners...
04/10/2026

It was lovely to be invited to Wild Worship at Tewkesbury Abbey for the Blessing of the Rain Garden, created in partnership with Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.

Rain gardens are designed to capture and soak up rainwater, helping reduce flooding by slowing the flow of water from surfaces such as roofs, roads, and patios.

They also create beautiful green spaces that support wildlife while allowing people to enjoy and connect with nature.

It was wonderful to see this initiative being celebrated at Tewkesbury Abbey, bringing together care for creation, environmental action, and our local community. 🌱🐝💧

🧵 Stitch by Stitch at Studio 22! 🪡It was wonderful to visit Stitch by Stitch, a Studio Exhibition featuring the incredib...
03/10/2026

🧵 Stitch by Stitch at Studio 22! 🪡

It was wonderful to visit Stitch by Stitch, a Studio Exhibition featuring the incredibly talented Stow Textiles Group at Studio 22.

The exhibition is full of colour, creativity, texture, and beautifully crafted textile work.

All money raised by this marvellous group will support Tewkesbury Museum, one of our town’s much-loved cultural attractions.

If you are in Tewkesbury this weekend, pop in and have a look!

📍 Studio 22, 22 Barton Street, Tewkesbury.
🗓️ Open each day until Monday 5th October.
⏰ 10am-4pm.

Welcome to Tewkesbury, Paul and Nia Bennett!It was marvellous to attend today’s Induction Service for Paul as the new ch...
26/09/2026

Welcome to Tewkesbury, Paul and Nia Bennett!

It was marvellous to attend today’s Induction Service for Paul as the new church leader at Tewkesbury Baptist Church.

It was a great afternoon bringing together church members and the wider community.

As part of the service, I was honoured to read a Celtic Blessing, wishing Paul and Nia well as they begin this new chapter in their ministry.

I first got to know Paul when we both served as youth workers in Gloucestershire. Paul brings a great sense of fun, dedication, wisdom, and vision, which I am sure will make a wonderful contribution to both Tewkesbury Baptist Church and to the wider town.

We wish Paul and Nia every blessing as they settle into Tewkesbury and begin this exciting new journey!

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