Five things to do in Worcestershire this August Bank Holiday weekend

AUGUST Bank Holiday weekend is one of the busiest weekends of the year.

The long weekend is packed with events across the county, including music festivals, car shows and town-wide celebrations.

Here are five Worcestershire events and attractions to enjoy this August Bank Holiday weekend:

Sunshine Music Festival

Location: Upton-upon-Severn
When: Thursday to Sunday

Sunshine Festival is arguable the largest music events held in Worcestershire every year.

The family-friendly festival features multiple stages, major headline acts, camping, food and drink vendors, children’s entertainment, market stalls and workshops.

For its 17th year, the big-name acts for the event include JLS, Tony Hadley, and The Proclaimers.

Thousands are expected across the weekend.

The Sunshine Music Festival in 2025 (Image: Newsquest)

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Pershore Plum Festival

Location: Pershore
When: Saturday to Monday

The award-winning Pershore Plum Festival returns for the August Bank Holiday weekend, celebrating the town’s historic connection to plum growing.

Visitors can enjoy live music, artisan markets, food stalls, cookery demonstrations, gardening exhibits, family entertainment and cultural activities.

The festival culminates in a major town-wide celebration on Bank Holiday Monday.

Pershore Plum Festival is a very big weekend in the town (Image: Supplied)

Pershore Abbey Classic Car Show

Location: Pershore Abbey
When: Monday

Taking place alongside the Plum Festival, the Pershore Abbey Classic Car Show showcases more than 700 classic vehicles on the abbey grounds.

The event attracts motoring enthusiasts from across the country and features vintage, heritage and specialist vehicles, resulting in one of Worcestershire’s largest annual classic car gatherings.

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Malvern Flea & Collectors Fair

Location: Three Counties Showground
When: Monday

The Malvern Flea & Collectors Fair is recognised as one of the UK’s biggest flea markets.

Hundreds of traders offer antiques, collectibles, vintage items, furniture, memorabilia and curiosities.

The event attracts collectors, dealers, designers and bargain hunters seeking unique finds and rare treasures.

Three Counties Showground will host its annual Flea and Collectors Fair (Image: Stock/Google Maps)

Guided Tours of Madresfield Court

Location: Madresfield Court
When: Saturday and Monday

Visitors can explore one of Worcestershire’s finest historic country estates through guided tours.

The house, renowned for its architecture, history and connections to British society, offers a rare opportunity to view elegant interiors and learn about the family’s heritage in a picturesque setting.

These five Worcestershire activities offer a range of entertainment, history, shopping and family experiences.