Historic Warwick

The historic town of Warwick lies just 20 minutes from Stratford-upon-Avon.

Discover historic Warwick with its magnificent Castle, secret gardens, antique shops and great choice of restaurants, Warwick Castle, Britain's Greatest Mediaeval Experience, lies at the heart of Warwick. Visit the lavishly decorated State Rooms, scale the towers and ramparts and descend into the dark dungeon. Be chilled in the ghost tower, meet colourful characters and enjoy year round entertainment from Easter and Christmas festivities to jousting tournaments and birds of prey displays. With a Victorian Rose Garden, Mill, Engine House and 60 acres of grounds to explore, there is plenty to enjoy.

One of the most delightful discoveries in Warwick is the Lord Leycester Hospital. This beautiful collection of 14th century timber-framed buildings, home to ex-servicemen known as The Brethren, house a chapel, Great Hall, galleried courtyard and Regimental Museum of the Queen's Own Hussars. Hidden at the back of the Hospital discover one of the oldest gardens in Warwick, the Master's Garden, a tranquil oasis in the midst of the town.

The Master's Garden is one of several historic gardens in and around Warwick. Other gems include Hill Close Gardens, once a retreat for Victorian business people and a rare survival of something which was very common in the last century. Most such groups of gardens have been swept away by development but the historic importance of Hill Close Gardens has been recognized. Four of the pretty summer houses are now listed buildings and the gardens have been registered as of exceptional national importance. Following a period of restoration in 2006 they have now been reopened to visitors.

Discover a wealth of other historic treasures. Learn about Warwick's dramatic history including the Great Fire of 1694 at the Market Hall Museum. See a 19th century kitchen and schoolroom at St John's House and discover over three centuries of history at the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Museum. Visit St Mary's Church and see the beautiful Beauchamp Chapel with the tombs of Richard Beauchamp, Earl of Warwick, Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, and his brother Ambrose, Earl of Warwick.

Antiques, arts or indulgences - enjoy Warwick's unique shops which are generously scattered around the town. While sightseeing and shopping, be sure to recharge your batteries at one of the town's inspiring choice of restaurants, pubs, coffee shops and traditional tearooms. There is a superb choice of places to eat and drink, both in the daytime and evening.

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