News & Events
What's happening across the villages, gathered from the newsletter and other local sources.
Page updated Thursday, 13 August 2026
Events
Evesham Scarecrow Festival — Hampton Ferry
Scarecrow-making, live music, stalls and the Rotary duck race, 10am–5pm. More on Vale & Spa →
Murder Mystery Night: Bingo! Bonkers! — The Vale Golf Club
A bingo night with a sinister twist, from 7pm. More on Vale & Spa →
Jeeves and Wooster: Stiff Upper Lip — Lenches Amphitheatre
Alfresco Actors perform Wodehouse's comedy with live jazz. Gates 1pm, performance 2.30–4.40pm. Book tickets →
Free open-air cinema: How to Train Your Dragon — Lenches Amphitheatre
A free family afternoon screening of the 2010 animated adventure (PG). Gates 4pm, film 5pm; the tearoom and bar are open and pre-ordering food is recommended. Book free tickets →
Sunset cinema: Good Morning, Vietnam — Lenches Amphitheatre
A free evening screening of the 1987 Robin Williams classic (15), chosen by public vote. Gates 7.30pm, film 8.30pm; bring a rug or chairs. Book free tickets →
Inter-Generation Tennis Funday — Lenches Tennis Club
A fun, all-ages tennis day in memory of Rod Stroud, open to everyone — no club membership needed. Any two people with an age gap can pair up; barbecue, cakes, drinks and prizes, with the emphasis firmly on fun. To take part, email lenchestc@gmail.com. Email to take part →
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of the Governor's Nose — Lenches Amphitheatre
Jenny Wren Productions bring an outdoor Sherlock Holmes mystery to the amphitheatre. Gates 1pm, performance 2.30–4.30pm. Book tickets →
Unmasked: The Magic of Angus Baskerville — The Lenches Club
Magic Circle magician and mentalist Angus Baskerville brings his hit show to the Club — jaw-dropping illusions, mind-reading and warm storytelling drawn from his own experience of autism and ADHD. 7.30–9pm, a show for all ages. Book tickets →
Weekly regulars: yoga at Abbots Morton Village Hall on Mondays (9.45am), Lenches Tennis Club cardio on Tuesdays (6.30pm), tai chi at Abbots Morton on Wednesdays (10am), and candlelight yoga at Rous Lench Village Hall on Thursdays (6.30pm). Encompass are also running children's tennis and multi-sport camps at the Tennis Club every Wednesday and Thursday through the school holidays. Also on: a free junior tennis taster session on 21 Aug (5.30pm), and at the Club — Cash Bingo on 21 Aug and Glo Quiz on 22 Aug.
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News
Six weeks of roadworks at Pinvin
Main Street in Pinvin is closed until 28 August while the gas mains are upgraded — worth allowing extra time if you head that way towards Pershore or Worcester. More from Evesham Observer →
Lenches ladies clinch tennis league title
The Lenches ladies' team have won Division 3 of the Evesham Summer League with a match still to play — a standout result for one of the league's smallest clubs. New players of all abilities are welcome; contact Joy Penzer on 07551 484114.
Cricket club: new players welcome
Players of all ages and abilities are wanted, whether experienced, returning or brand new. Contact Venky on 07442 772470 or Charlie on 07775 660065.
Notices
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