Self Guided Walk from Tewkesbury Abbey to Victoria Gardens

5.0 (2 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min Free cancellation Private tour

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Self Guided Walk from Tewkesbury Abbey to Victoria Gardens — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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 medieval town.

You'll also discover where you can find the largest number of exquisitely decorated medieval tombs outside of London, and why Tewkesbury Abbey has been described as ‘the Westminster Abbey of the Feudal Baronage.' Also, find out how the town’s mustard balls became nationally famous!

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 1 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
Included: The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Itinerary

Tewkesbury Abbey

Passing by

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.’
Old Baptist Chapel

Passing by

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.
Stop 3

Passing by

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.
Stop 4

Passing by

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.
Stop 5

Passing by

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.
Stop 6

Passing by

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.
Stop 7

Passing by

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

The tour ends at Victoria Gardens.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

3. Create an account

4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

5. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]