Evesham Journal: Celebrating Opening Of River’s Link To Sea
July 6th, 2012
Boating enthusiasts from across the country will head to Evesham this weekend for the annual river festival.
The festival, which is being held on Saturday and Sunday, has added significance this year as it is the 50th anniversary of the River Avon being opened to the sea.
Famous faces such as Timothy Spall, David Suchet and Toyah Willcox are expected to attend and stalls and entertainment will be on the riverside throughout. One of the highlights comes on Saturday evening with the eye-catching illuminated boat parade and fireworks display.
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