This free one-day event is an occasion not to be missed! Visitors can enjoy live demonstrations throughout the day, free parking and refreshments, expert advice, as well as show offers on a range of exclusive brands. It's also a great opportunity to check out some new products and try before you buy.
In addition to great offers on quality brands including Armor Tool, FastCap, iGaging, INCRA, JessEm, Micro Jig, Milescraft, Narex, Veritas, Woodpeckers and our own brand, AUKTools, you can also expect amazing deals on a wide range of hardwoods, exotic timbers and veneers.
Demonstrations
- Peter Sefton, award-winning Master Craftsman and Principal Tutor at the Peter Sefton Furniture School will be demonstrating hand tool techniques and tool sharpening.
- Tony Jones from Ashcraft Woodturning will be demonstrating woodturning techniques.
- The Wood Workers Workshop team will be demonstrating Pocket Hole Jigs from Armor Tool and Milescraft.
- Clive from Tormek will be demonstrating Tormek's unique sharpening system.
- Ryan from Veritas will be demonstrating a range of Veritas products.
- Alex will demonstarting Pony Jorgensen's range of clamps.
- We will be showcasing a range of popular and NEW products from Woodpeckers.
- A selection of our Router Table setups and accessories will be on display with expert advice from our technical specialists.
This event takes place on Saturday 10th June 2023, from 10am to 3pm at The Threshing Barn, Welland Road, Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire WR8 0SN.
The Surrounding Area
Great Malvern
Malvern, only six miles away from the show, is a spa town in Worcestershire. It lies at the foot of the Malvern Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Malvern has fabulous accommodation to suit all tastes, and the finest local produce available across a selection of fine restaurants and country pubs. With activities for all, historic venues, museums and renowned gardens.
Malvern is an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area and is within easy reach of places such as Worcester with its Cathedral and Porcelain Museum, Warwick and it’s medieval castle, Cheltenham Spa Town and Racecourse and so much more.
The town centre has two main streets, the steep Church Street and Bellevue Terrace. The traditional high street shops such as butchers, bakers and grocers have now been replaced by health food shops, art and craft shops, bookshops, charity shops and antique dealers.
Take in a show at The Festival Theatre, now known as Malvern Theatres, housed in the Winter Gardens. It has been a provincial centre for the arts since 1885. Malvern theatres attracts many of the big names and there is always a good show to be seen, there is also a cinema.
If you are looking for peace and quiet why not visit the Malvern Priory, the focal point of the town or Priory Park situated behind Malvern Theatres.
Find out more…
www.visitthemalverns.org
Upton-upon-Severn
Upton-upon-Severn is a small town in the Malvern Hills District of Worcestershire. Upton lies on the banks of the River Severn and the bridge used to be the only river crossing for many miles.
For centuries before modern transport, it was alive with river craft carrying goods from and to the rich agricultural areas around it. Today it offers a wide selection of shops from fishing tackle to handmade chocolates, art galleries, book shops and more. There is a flourishing marina on the east bank, and Upton’s historic prosperity can be seen in its variety of delightful old buildings, including pleasant places to eat and drink.
Upton is a small yet lively town and is well known for the festivals it hosts including; the colourful Folk Festival, the Upton International Jazz Festival and the popular Blues Festival.
Look out for its distinctive copper-clad cupola known as the ‘Pepper Pot’ the remnant of a former church. The Pepper Pot is the site of the Battle of Upton in 1651 between Royalists and Roundheads. It is now the Tourist Information and Heritage Centre where you can learn all about its history.
If you enjoy boat trips, Upton is the place to be and for those who enjoy something more active, why not sample the local walking and cycle routes.
Find out more…
www.visitthemalverns.org
Where to stay
Old Street B&B
35 Old Street, Upton upon Severn, Worcestershire, WR8 0HN
www.oldstreetbandb.co.uk
Berry Lodge Farm
Blackmore Park Road, Welland, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13 6NL
www.berrylodgefarm.co.uk
The Bell at Eckington
Church Street, Eckington, Pershore, Worcestershire, WR10 3AN
www.thebelleckington.com
Malvern B&B Consortium
http://www.malvernbandbconsortium.co.uk
Blackmore Park Caravan Site
Hanley Swan, Worcestershire, WR8 0EE
www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk
The White Lion
21 High Street, Upton Upon Severn, Worcestershire, WR8 0HJ
www.whitelionupton.co.uk
The Swan Hotel
Waterside, Upton Upon Severn, Worcestershire, WR8 0JD
www.theswanhotelupton.co.uk