Almonry Museum
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A beautiful C14th building in the heart of Evesham, housing the town museum, Tourist Information Centre and Gift Shop. www.almonryevesham.org
We hope you're all having a fabulous Half Term! We've been going through an old What's On guide from 1926. Did you know Evesham used to have its own outdoor pool?
We've also found a picture of this old hotel in a 1921 Evesham Regatta programme. Can you identify the building? It's still there
We've also found a picture of this old hotel in a 1921 Evesham Regatta programme. Can you identify the building? It's still there
May 28, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We hope you're all having a fabulous Half Term! We've been going through an old What's On guide from 1926. Did you know Evesham used to have its own outdoor pool?
We've also found a picture of this old hotel in a 1921 Evesham Regatta programme. Can you identify the building? It's still there
We've also found a picture of this old hotel in a 1921 Evesham Regatta programme. Can you identify the building? It's still there
Looking for something to keep the children entertained? Why not visit your fabulous local museum?!
We've lots to do and see so pay us a visit. We're open Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm including Good Friday and Easter Monday. Can't wait to see you 🐰
We've lots to do and see so pay us a visit. We're open Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm including Good Friday and Easter Monday. Can't wait to see you 🐰
April 14, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Looking for something to keep the children entertained? Why not visit your fabulous local museum?!
We've lots to do and see so pay us a visit. We're open Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm including Good Friday and Easter Monday. Can't wait to see you 🐰
We've lots to do and see so pay us a visit. We're open Monday to Saturday 10am-5pm including Good Friday and Easter Monday. Can't wait to see you 🐰
Huge THANK YOU! to the Vale of Evesham Civic Society for their incredible donation of £2187 to the Almonry Restoration Project.
The Society are selling limited edition prints by artist Lesley Brockbank. You can buy copies directly from the Society or visit us to see the prints and pick up details.
The Society are selling limited edition prints by artist Lesley Brockbank. You can buy copies directly from the Society or visit us to see the prints and pick up details.
February 18, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Huge THANK YOU! to the Vale of Evesham Civic Society for their incredible donation of £2187 to the Almonry Restoration Project.
The Society are selling limited edition prints by artist Lesley Brockbank. You can buy copies directly from the Society or visit us to see the prints and pick up details.
The Society are selling limited edition prints by artist Lesley Brockbank. You can buy copies directly from the Society or visit us to see the prints and pick up details.
2024 is almost over and the Almonry team need a well deserved break! The Almonry is now closed for the Christmas holidays.
Thanks to everyone for making 2024 so special. It's been a big year and 2025 will be even more exciting.
We look forward to welcoming you back from Monday 6th January 2025
Thanks to everyone for making 2024 so special. It's been a big year and 2025 will be even more exciting.
We look forward to welcoming you back from Monday 6th January 2025
December 21, 2024 at 5:00 PM
2024 is almost over and the Almonry team need a well deserved break! The Almonry is now closed for the Christmas holidays.
Thanks to everyone for making 2024 so special. It's been a big year and 2025 will be even more exciting.
We look forward to welcoming you back from Monday 6th January 2025
Thanks to everyone for making 2024 so special. It's been a big year and 2025 will be even more exciting.
We look forward to welcoming you back from Monday 6th January 2025
Simon is often referred to as the father of modern parliament, advocating for representation of the towns and shires in parliament. His parliament of 1264 included knights, bishops, knights , town citizens and representatives of the Cinque Ports, a first for an English Parliament.
December 18, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Simon is often referred to as the father of modern parliament, advocating for representation of the towns and shires in parliament. His parliament of 1264 included knights, bishops, knights , town citizens and representatives of the Cinque Ports, a first for an English Parliament.
Simon was buried at Evesham Abbey and Evesham became a focus for pilgrimage as miracles began to occur in his name, although he was never formally recognised as a Saint. The cult that built around Simon became so strong that Henry III had Simon's body moved to an unknown location to deter pilgrims.
December 18, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Simon was buried at Evesham Abbey and Evesham became a focus for pilgrimage as miracles began to occur in his name, although he was never formally recognised as a Saint. The cult that built around Simon became so strong that Henry III had Simon's body moved to an unknown location to deter pilgrims.
On that day, the forces of Simon De Montfort, Earl of Leicester faced Prince Edward's army and a bloody battle ensued that brought about the end of Simon in a very gruesome manner. Simon's body was mutilated, his head was claimed by Roger Mortimer and sent to Wigmore Castle as a gift for his wife!
December 18, 2024 at 10:30 AM
On that day, the forces of Simon De Montfort, Earl of Leicester faced Prince Edward's army and a bloody battle ensued that brought about the end of Simon in a very gruesome manner. Simon's body was mutilated, his head was claimed by Roger Mortimer and sent to Wigmore Castle as a gift for his wife!
#ObjectOfTheWeek Not so much an object as an event. This week it's the Battle of Evesham under the spotlight. On 4th August 1265, Evesham bore witness to a battle that was referred to by a contemporary chronicler, as 'The murder of Evesham, for battle it was none'.
December 18, 2024 at 10:30 AM
#ObjectOfTheWeek Not so much an object as an event. This week it's the Battle of Evesham under the spotlight. On 4th August 1265, Evesham bore witness to a battle that was referred to by a contemporary chronicler, as 'The murder of Evesham, for battle it was none'.
While town charters are not uncommon, our charter bears the signature of Prince Henry. The Charter is 6 pages long and is heavily decorated with flowers and symbols relating to the town and its Royal patronage.
December 11, 2024 at 9:27 AM
While town charters are not uncommon, our charter bears the signature of Prince Henry. The Charter is 6 pages long and is heavily decorated with flowers and symbols relating to the town and its Royal patronage.
The Charter was granted by James I at the request of Prince Henry his eldest son. The Prince’s chaplain, Dr Lewis Bayley, also a vicar of Evesham, was a favourite of the Prince’s and that it was on Bayley’s persuasion that the charter be granted.
December 11, 2024 at 9:27 AM
The Charter was granted by James I at the request of Prince Henry his eldest son. The Prince’s chaplain, Dr Lewis Bayley, also a vicar of Evesham, was a favourite of the Prince’s and that it was on Bayley’s persuasion that the charter be granted.
#ObjectOfTheWeek This week we're looking at the growth of Evesham. In 1604 Evesham was granted it's first Town Charter, this one is an updated version from 1605. The charter gave Evesham certain rights and privileges including raising taxes, holding a market and even the right to erect a gallows.
December 11, 2024 at 9:26 AM
#ObjectOfTheWeek This week we're looking at the growth of Evesham. In 1604 Evesham was granted it's first Town Charter, this one is an updated version from 1605. The charter gave Evesham certain rights and privileges including raising taxes, holding a market and even the right to erect a gallows.
#ObjectOfTheWeek This week we're keeping it local. Any guesses as to what these are? The Vale of Evesham is famous for Market Gardening and particularly Aspargus. Did you know Evesham Asparagus has PGI status like Champagne and Melton Mowbray Pork Pies?
These are a Gras Box and a Gras Knife.
These are a Gras Box and a Gras Knife.
December 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM
#ObjectOfTheWeek This week we're keeping it local. Any guesses as to what these are? The Vale of Evesham is famous for Market Gardening and particularly Aspargus. Did you know Evesham Asparagus has PGI status like Champagne and Melton Mowbray Pork Pies?
These are a Gras Box and a Gras Knife.
These are a Gras Box and a Gras Knife.
#ObjectOfTheWeek This week we're going bling with our Anglo Saxon burial. This beautiful collection was found by a Metal Detectorist and includes Saucer Brooches, shield bosses, and spears. The key object has to be this stunning Cruciform Brooch, followed by a string of gorgeous Amber beads.
December 2, 2024 at 10:00 AM
#ObjectOfTheWeek This week we're going bling with our Anglo Saxon burial. This beautiful collection was found by a Metal Detectorist and includes Saucer Brooches, shield bosses, and spears. The key object has to be this stunning Cruciform Brooch, followed by a string of gorgeous Amber beads.
Museum Manager goes away for the weekend.... Just can't leave the Museums and Galleries alone can you?
#VanGogh #Exhibition #Gallery #London
#VanGogh #Exhibition #Gallery #London
December 1, 2024 at 8:05 AM
Museum Manager goes away for the weekend.... Just can't leave the Museums and Galleries alone can you?
#VanGogh #Exhibition #Gallery #London
#VanGogh #Exhibition #Gallery #London
November 28, 2024 at 3:16 PM
What's the oldest Christmas decoration you have?
Here's ours. These trees date from c.1930s/1940s. First one is made with dyed feathers and the second was made by a bottle brush manufacturer!
#Christmas #Museums
Here's ours. These trees date from c.1930s/1940s. First one is made with dyed feathers and the second was made by a bottle brush manufacturer!
#Christmas #Museums
November 27, 2024 at 2:07 PM
What's the oldest Christmas decoration you have?
Here's ours. These trees date from c.1930s/1940s. First one is made with dyed feathers and the second was made by a bottle brush manufacturer!
#Christmas #Museums
Here's ours. These trees date from c.1930s/1940s. First one is made with dyed feathers and the second was made by a bottle brush manufacturer!
#Christmas #Museums
We have the legend of Eof the Swineherd, who lost a pig and while searching for it, saw a vision of the Virgin. The pigs are immortalised in a statue in town
November 27, 2024 at 1:33 PM
We have the legend of Eof the Swineherd, who lost a pig and while searching for it, saw a vision of the Virgin. The pigs are immortalised in a statue in town
#ObjectOfTheWeek Did you know we have our very own Medieval Map of the World? Drawn in 1390 by the monks of Evesham Abbey, it offers a unique perspective of the world. The original is at the College of Arms but we have a great reproduction in the museum. Can you guess where England is on the map?
November 25, 2024 at 10:26 AM
#ObjectOfTheWeek Did you know we have our very own Medieval Map of the World? Drawn in 1390 by the monks of Evesham Abbey, it offers a unique perspective of the world. The original is at the College of Arms but we have a great reproduction in the museum. Can you guess where England is on the map?
Due to the adverse weather forecast over the weekend and the cancellation of the Evesham Artisan Market, we will not be open on Sunday as planned. You can still visit us on Saturday from 10-5pm though!
November 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Due to the adverse weather forecast over the weekend and the cancellation of the Evesham Artisan Market, we will not be open on Sunday as planned. You can still visit us on Saturday from 10-5pm though!
We have a guest for Christmas! Visit Evesham from 23rd November to January 5th, pick up a trail map and see if you can find all the Nutcrackers!
November 21, 2024 at 1:31 PM
We have a guest for Christmas! Visit Evesham from 23rd November to January 5th, pick up a trail map and see if you can find all the Nutcrackers!
If you're in the area this weekend come and visit us. We're open on Saturday 10-5pm and on Sunday too from 11-3pm.
It's a busy weekend in Evesham with the Christmas lights switch on on Friday, The Christmas Artisan Market (Friday to Sunday), Lantern Parade on Saturday www.visitevesham.co.uk/events/
It's a busy weekend in Evesham with the Christmas lights switch on on Friday, The Christmas Artisan Market (Friday to Sunday), Lantern Parade on Saturday www.visitevesham.co.uk/events/
November 20, 2024 at 2:44 PM
If you're in the area this weekend come and visit us. We're open on Saturday 10-5pm and on Sunday too from 11-3pm.
It's a busy weekend in Evesham with the Christmas lights switch on on Friday, The Christmas Artisan Market (Friday to Sunday), Lantern Parade on Saturday www.visitevesham.co.uk/events/
It's a busy weekend in Evesham with the Christmas lights switch on on Friday, The Christmas Artisan Market (Friday to Sunday), Lantern Parade on Saturday www.visitevesham.co.uk/events/
In the meantime, we did it! We were awarded £2.175M from the MEND fund to carry out the essential repairs to this beautiful building.
Follow us for updates, news and insider views on what we're up to.
Follow us for updates, news and insider views on what we're up to.
November 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM
In the meantime, we did it! We were awarded £2.175M from the MEND fund to carry out the essential repairs to this beautiful building.
Follow us for updates, news and insider views on what we're up to.
Follow us for updates, news and insider views on what we're up to.
Funded by another HAR grant, in Spring our heritage roofing specialist began the task of stripping the roofs, sorting the slates and placing a temporary covering on the roof. While the temporary roof isn't the prettiest, it is weathertight and is keeping the building dry.
November 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Funded by another HAR grant, in Spring our heritage roofing specialist began the task of stripping the roofs, sorting the slates and placing a temporary covering on the roof. While the temporary roof isn't the prettiest, it is weathertight and is keeping the building dry.
Our roof is made from Cotswold Stone slates. The larger slates can measure over 50cm and weigh over 5kg each (they are held on by a single wooden peg!) The roofing survey found that 2 of our roofs were at risk of catastrophic failure and needed to be stripped as soon as possible!
November 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM
Our roof is made from Cotswold Stone slates. The larger slates can measure over 50cm and weigh over 5kg each (they are held on by a single wooden peg!) The roofing survey found that 2 of our roofs were at risk of catastrophic failure and needed to be stripped as soon as possible!
We decided to apply for MEND funding and while we waited for a decision, we carried out enabling works that included a detailed roof inspection, plaster panel inspection, archaeology test pits, paint sampling and a drain survey, all funded by an Historic England HAR grant and UK SPF money.
November 19, 2024 at 5:34 PM
We decided to apply for MEND funding and while we waited for a decision, we carried out enabling works that included a detailed roof inspection, plaster panel inspection, archaeology test pits, paint sampling and a drain survey, all funded by an Historic England HAR grant and UK SPF money.