100 Years Ago January 9 1904

There are few annual events that are looked forward to with greater interest than the Vicar of Pershore's parochial tea, which each year seems to gain in popularity. Close upon 300 parishioners availed themselves of the opportunity afforded to partake of an excellent meat tea and listen to a high-class entertainment, all for the very nominal charge of sixpence. The Vicar is to be congratulated on the high success of the undertaking which is due in a large measure to the very able and willing body of helpers which he can always command for such events as these.

75 Years Ago

January 1929

In common with the greater part of the country the Evesham Vale experienced cold wintry weather during the week-end, and on Saturday night and the following day the condition of the roads was very treacherous. Many cars were ditched owing to skidding, but fortunately no serious personal injury appears to have been caused. Two of the most alarming accidents occurred on Saturday night when laden motor buses overturned, one on Horsebridge Hill, Badsey, the other at Hampton, when a passenger sustained an injured foot.

50 Years Ago

January 9 1954

The 800-year-old font just inside the doorway of St, Andrew's Church, Hampton, Evesham, has been the object of much admiration since Christmas when its special decoration for the festival was first seen. It shines, gay and bright, as a miniature garden of spring flowers containing at least 27 varieties. All the flowers came from the garden of Mrs. P. E. Marshall, of Marymans, Hampton, and were arranged by her niece, Miss B. E. Bennett, of Isbourne Cottage, Church Bank. Picking the flowers occupied Mrs. Marshall for two hours.

25 Years Ago

January 11 1979

People representing local interests involved in the Evesham traffic crisis met under the leadership of Mr Michael Spicer, MP, in the Town Hall yesterday to thrash out a common policy that will enable the town to speak with one voice in demanding early action. County, district and town council, Civic Society, Chamber of Commerce, NFU, Bengeworth Traders, Badsey Tories and others were present. The police were not. Decisions after three hours of discussion: One. There is a clear need for a bypass to the east of the town, and for a start to be made on it as soon as possible. Two. A further representative meeting to be held in February after the Town Council has formally expressed its corporate view.