Warwickshire Sightseeing, Attractions & Activities Guide

recommended places to visit and things to do throughout Warwickshire


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packed with over 1000 years of history and set in splendid grounds, there is plenty to see and do including State Rooms, dungeons and falconry

Anne Hathaway's Cottage

Stratford-upon-Avon

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set just outside Stratford-upon-Avon, the world famous cottage, with much original furniture, where Shakespeare courted Anne Hathaway

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herbaceous borders, over 80 heritage pear and apple trees, over 100 varieties of snowdrops, display of antique garden equipment, children's garden and a garden trail for younger visitors. Truly, something for everyone

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Stratford-upon-Avon

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explore the birthplace and family home of William Shakespeare, hear tales of contemporary family life, with rare artefacts from the Trust

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home of the Lucy family for over 900 years and reputedly where Shakespeare was caught poaching, it is filled with treasures collected from around the world

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set in classical parkland landscaped by Capability Brown, now with an adventure playground, this period mansion is also a world class art gallery

Shakespearience

Stratford-upon-Avon

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using the latest developments in virtual reality, this groundbreaking show reveals the man behind the well-known face

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site of the Battle of Bosworth between Richard III and Henry Tudor in 1485 with many interactive exhibits explaining this significant battle