Theatre

The Winter’s Tale

Date: Thursday, Jun 28 2018
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Royal York Crescent / York Gardens
Artists
The Festival Players

Picnic on the beautiful lawns of the historic Royal York Crescent and then be entertained by The Festival Players in their spirited adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale.

“Sparked by an obsessive envy, Leontes, King of Sicilia, sets in motion a train of events which affects two kingdoms and two generations. Jealousy and joy, revenge and romance, loss and discovery, remorse and revelry, lead to an amazing revelation.”

Gates open from 6pm (Upper Lawn) for picnics; bring your own food, drinks, seating, rugs etc. Play starts at 7.30pm on the Lower Lawn.

EatDrink24/7 Launch Party is back on July 8 2026!
Exclusive collabs from Bristol’s favourite food vendors, available for one night only. Be first to grab your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 guide – plus every ticket comes with a free limited-edition beer can.

Wheelchair access available from the York Gardens entrance (BS8 4LN)

Tickets: £15/£9 under 16s. Available from [email protected], phone 01726 879 500 or on the link below.

Profits go towards maintaining the Gardens.

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By steve wright, Tuesday, Jun 5 2018

EATDRINK24/7 LAUNCH PARTY
CALLING ALL FOODIES!

Bristol's only truly independent food & drink guide is back, and we're throwing a party to celebrate on July 8 2026 at Wiper and True Brewery & Taproom, Old Market.

  • Exclusive collaborations from Bristol's favourite food vendors (you can't try these special dishes anywhere else)
  • Be the first to pick up your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 Guide
  • Music + great drinks
  • Each ticket includes a beer from Wiper and True, a special limited-edition can created just for the occasion.

One night only - don't miss out

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