The Battle of Evesham 2026

Join us for The Battle of Evesham 2026, a thrilling two-day event taking place on 1-2 August 2026 at Crown Meadow, Evesham WR11 4SS! 🏰

What to Expect:

• 900+ re-enactors, soldiers, archers & living history performers 🛡️
• 20+ Knights on magnificent war-horses 🐴
• Spectacular mass archery demonstrations 🎯
• Engaging talks in our presentation pavilion, featuring historic academia and fiction
• Author talks and book signings 📚
• Fun Park and Ride/Stride options 🚶‍♂️
• Breathtaking siege engine displays ⚔️
• Tourney Arena with exciting demonstrations and entertainment
• Battle Arena showcasing massive battles, cavalry, and archery 🎇
• 55+ medieval crafts traders 🛍️
• 55+ modern artisan crafts vendors 🪄
• 30+ food and drink stalls 🍔🍻

Event Highlights:

• Grand Parade kicks off on Saturday at 10 AM 🎉
• Tourney begins Sunday at 10 AM 🏇
• Ticketed talks headlined by Professor Alice Roberts 🗣️
• Live music performances from UKQueen and The Medieval Babes 🎶

A Rich Historical Experience:

Witness the Grand Parade through Evesham's streets, featuring performers and knights in full armor, accompanied by vibrant musicians and dancers. Feel the thrill of the Thirteenth Century Joust/Tourney on Sunday, showcasing the origins of medieval tournaments.

Enjoy full-on battle re-enactments on both days, with soldiers, archers, and mounted knights bringing medieval history back to life! ⚔️

🎟️ FREE ENTRY (suggested donation of £2 per person)

Come and relish a spectacular weekend filled with medieval action and education, in the historic market town of Evesham, situated next to the beautiful River Avon and on the border of the Cotswolds. Celebrate the history of the 1265 defeat of Simon de Montfort while honoring the legacy of the 'Representative Parliament'—the precursor of today’s House of Commons.

🗓️ Mark your calendars and be part of history! For more details, visit us at Battle of Evesham.