The everyday history of Wickhamford.
St. John the Baptist Church, Manor Road, WIckhamford, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7SA
An opportunity to explore the story of Wickhamford from Roman times to the present day. There will be information panels, photographs and maps illustrating market gardening; family histories; local surnames; people lost in the world wars; those buried in the churchyard; individuals memorialised in the church. We will explore the Wickhamford connection with Evesham Abbey; the Sandys Family; the Washington Family; the Lees-Milne Family.
Visitors are encouraged to add their own family connections to Wickhamford from the past or present.
Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient church including the 13th century wall painting; the magnificent 17th century Sandys Family tombs; the wall painting celebrating the restoration of the monarchy following the Civil War and the Washington memorial.
Timings
- Friday 11 September:
- 10.30 - 16.00
- Saturday 12 September:
- 10.30 - 16.00
- Sunday 13 September:
- 10.30 - 16.00
Location & directions
St. John the Baptist Church, Manor Road, WIckhamford, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 7SA
- Directions:
- From the A44 Evesham to Oxford road, follow the signs to Badsey. Continue approximately half a mile through the village, then, before a right hand bend, turn left, following signpost to church. Follow the road past Wickhamford Manor to reach the church and car park.
- Contact on day:
- Jackie Knight
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
- Max number of people:
- 10
- Estimated duration:
- 30 hour(s)
