Malmesbury lies between the Sherston and Tetbury Avons, and it is here that the two rivers converge below St. John’s Bridge and the River Avon proper begins.
Where Two Rivers Meet:
The Malmesbury Rivers Project
Between May and December 2026 Caerbladon will partner with local community environmental groups such as the Malmesbury River Valleys Trust and MAGIC (Malmesbury Area Green Impact Community) to commission artists, writers and scientists to research stories, facts and unusual aspects of the river and uncover how it has shaped our lives in terms of social, economic, historic and ecological impact. The aim will be to engage residents and visitors in activities that celebrate Malmesbury’s river habitats and raise awareness of river health and climate impact.
In Summer 2026 there will be the inaugural Malmesbury River Festival featuring new site-specific works, community engagement and participatory activities the river's cultural and environmental importance.