Evesham was a significant town in the Middle Ages, home to the abbey of Walter Odington, famous monks, abbots, martyrs, and saints. The Battle of Evesham in 1265 was a notable event, and the town is known for its rich soil and long history of fruit and vegetable production. Celebrating Evesham offers a positive insight into the town's heritage, events, and important moments, making it a valuable contribution to its history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2024
Publisher: Amberley Publishing

Evesham: A Town with a Rich History

Evesham, a town in the Middle Ages, was home to one of the largest abbeys in Europe. One of the country's earliest musical theorists, Walter Odington, was a monk there. The abbey was home to famous monks, abbots, martyrs, and saints. Of particular note, the town was the scene of the famous Battle of Evesham in 1265. Situated on the River Avon, the area is also noted for its rich soil and long history of fruit and vegetable production, and market gardening is still strongly associated with Evesham. Celebrating Evesham chronicles the proud heritage of Evesham, its important moments, and what draws so many to this thriving town today. Illustrated throughout, this fascinating book offers a marvelous and refreshingly positive insight into Eveshams rich heritage, its special events, and important moments. This book will be a valuable contribution to the history of the town and provide a source of many memories to those who have known it well over the years.

Weight: 302g
Dimension: 163 x 233 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398117976