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Things to See and Do
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Warwick Castle
Wedgwood
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Things to See and Do

With magnificent castles, glorious gardens, stately homes and a historic palace, Shakespeare Country has a wealth of attractions to enjoy.


Royal Shakespeare Company
Henry VI, Royal Shakespeare Company 2006 Much Ado About Nothing, Royal Shakespeare Company 2006
Experience the largest classical Theatre Company in the world.

The Royal Shakespeare Company will continue performing the great works of Shakespeare and other classic and contemporary writers in The Courtyard Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon throughout the transformation of their theatres.

Enjoy mouth-watering meals in the licensed café, take a Guided Tour behind the scenes or bring home a souvenir from the RSC shops.

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The Shakespeare Houses
Shakespeare's Birthplace - Govers Workshop Hall's Croft
Five beautiful houses and gardens all connected with William Shakespeare.

Shakespeare’s Birthplace – Where the Shakespeare story began…

New for 2009 – Immerse yourself in our new and exciting ‘Life, Love & Legacy Exhibition’, which introduces you to the work, life and times of the world’s most famous playwright. Visit the house where he was born and grew up and continue through into the garden which includes many of the plants mentioned in his plays.


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Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle Warwick Castle - The Great Hall
Experience a totally electrifying day at Britain’s Ultimate Castle. Immerse yourself in over 1000 years of unique history where ancient myths and spell-binding tales will set your imagination alight. You’ll meet history face to face; be prepared to participate in Castle life from battles and gore to romance and chivalry.

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Wedgwood Wedgwood
Head 80 miles north of Shakespeare Country to Stoke-on-Trent and The Potteries, home of the world famous Wedgwood brand.

Visit the award-winning Wedgwood Visitor Centre, on the site of the Wedgwood factory, where you will be able to see and participate in the continuing life of this successful English manufacturer and exporter of fine quality ceramics.

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Kenilworth Castle Kenilworth Castle

Explore Kenilworth Castle and take a fascinating journey through one of the most spectacular castle ruins in England. Thanks to a multi-million pound investment project, there is now much more to see and do. Explore the newly recreated Elizabethan Garden, view the Elizabeth and Dudley Exhibition in Leicester’s Gatehouse and then relax and unwind in the atmospheric surroundings of the castle tearoom. Open daily from 10am. In Kenilworth off A46, clearly signposted from town centre, off B4103.

 

 

Address:

Kenilworth
Warwickshire
CV8 1NE

Tel: +44 (0) 1926 852078
Website: www.english-heritage.org.uk/kenilworth

Avon Boating Avon Boating
Half hour cruises on the River Avon in a fleet of vintage passenger vessels. Regular departures from the Bancroft Gardens. Private charter for extended cruises with discounts for groups. Rowing boats and motor boats for hire from our boathouse.



Address: Swan’s Nest Boathouse
Swan’s Nest Lane
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 7LS
Tel: +44 (0)1789 267073
Email: boat-hire@avon-boating.co.uk
Website: www.avon-boating.co.uk

Bancroft Cruisers Bancroft Cruisers
Well established family business giving personal service and operating sightseeing cruises. We pass Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Holy Trinity Church where William Shakespeare is buried, the chain ferry, beautiful riverside gardens and buildings of historical interest including 15th century Old Tramway Bridge and many beautiful riverside properties.


Address: Holiday Inn Stratford
Bridgefoot
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6YR
Tel: +44 (0)1789 269669
Email: John.filgate@virgin.net
Website: www.bancroftcruisers.co.uk

Compton Verney Compton Verney
Compton Verney is an award winning art gallery, situated 9 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. Housed in an 18th century mansion house set in extensive grounds, the collections of works, include one of the top three collections of Chinese Bronzes in Europe and the largest collection of British Folk Art in the UK. Running alongside is an exciting programme of exhibitions, events, talks, tours, workshops and schools projects. Visitors can also enjoy lunch or afternoon tea in our café.


Address:

Compton Verney
Warwickshire
CV35 9HZ

Tel: +44 (0) 1926 645500
Email: info@comptonverney.org.uk
Website: www.comptonverney.org.uk

Hatton Country World Hatton Country World
Two attractions side-by-side. Hatton Farm Village offers a fun filled family day out with farmyard animals, shows and adventure play. On the same site is Hatton Shopping Village; created from Victorian farm buildings in the beautiful Warwickshire countryside with over 20 shops, an Antiques and Furnishings Centre, Farm Shop, Café and Restaurant. Admission to Hatton Shopping Village is free.

Address: Dark Lane
Hatton
Warwick
CV35 8XA
Tel: +44 (0) 1926 843411
Email: hatton@hattonworld.com
Website: www.hattonworld.com

Heritage Motor Centre Heritage Motor Centre
Home to the world’s largest collection of historic British cars, here visitors can uncover the story of the British motor industry with fun and interactive exhibitions. Fun for all the family, plus a selection of outdoor activities including children’s play area, 4x4 Experience, and Go-Karts. Onsite café and gift shop.


Address: Banbury Road
Gaydon
Warwickshire
CV35 0BJ
Tel: +44 (0) 1926 641188
Email: enquiries@heritage-motor-centre.co.uk
Website: www.heritage-motor-centre.co.uk

Ragley Hall Ragley Hall
Ragley Hall was designed in 1680 and remains the family home of the Marquess and Marchioness of Hertford, managing to retain its family charm despite the thousands of people who visit each year. Ragley offers beautiful garden tours of the majestic state rooms, woodland walk and adventure playground.


Address: Alcester
Warwickshire
B49 5NJ
Tel: +44 (0) 1789 762090
Email: ragley@ragleyhall.com
Website: www.ragleyhall.com

Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm
Whatever the weather, stroll through the wonderful world of an exotic rainforest, a lush landscape of tropical blossom surrounding the splashing waterfalls and fish filled pools. Enjoy the unique pleasure of watching hundreds of the most spectacular and colourful butterflies flying all around. The UK's largest exhibition of its type.


Address: Swan's Nest Lane
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 7LS
Tel: +44 (0)1789 299288
Email: sales@butterflyfarm.co.uk
Website: www.butterflyfarm.co.uk

Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace, birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill and home to the 11th Duke of Marlborough, is one of the finest Baroque houses in the country. Set in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, this World Heritage Site combines tours of the Palace and state rooms with 2000 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped parkland.

Address: Woodstock
Oxfordshire
OX20 1PX
Tel: +44 (0)1993 811091
Email: operations@blenheimpalace.com
Website: www.blenheimpalace.com

City Sightseeing Stratford
See the sights of Stratford-upon-Avon the easy way… by open top bus Your guided audio tour will show you all that Stratford-upon-Avon has to offer, including Shakespeare’s Birthplace, New Place, Swan Theatre, Hall’s Croft, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and Mary Arden’s Farm.

Address: Avenue Farm
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 0HS
Tel: +44 (0)1789 412680
Website: www.citysightseeing-stratford.com

Creaky Cauldron Museum & Scare Attraction
Where every hour is the witching hour but you don't need to be a card carrying witch to join in the fun! Seek the magic for yourselves at Stratford’s most magical and most haunted attraction every day 10.30am – 5pm. And at night: Ghost Walks, Guided Tours & Ghost Hunts.

Address: 21 Henley Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6QW
Tel: +44 (0)1789 290969
Email: info@seekthemagic.org
Website: www.seekthemagic.org

Lord Leycester Hospital
Warwick’s 600 year old mediaeval treasure. A unique chantry Chapel, fine galleried Courtyard, magnificent Great Hall and Guildhall together with other timber-framed buildings form what the Earl of Leicester established as an old soldiers’ home in 1571.

Address: High Street
Warwick
CV34 4BH
Tel: +44 (0)1926 491422
Email: enquiries@lordleycester.com
Website: www.lordleycester.com

Mill Dene Garden
A beautiful garden hidden in the Cotswold hills. The garden has a gift shop and a tea room and guides to the garden written in Japanese and Cantonese

Address: School Lane
Blockley
Moreton-in-Marsh
Gloucestershire
GL56 9HU
Tel: +44 (0) 1386 700457
Email: info@milldenegarden.co.uk
Website: www.milldenegarden.co.uk

Quarry Park Disc Golf
Frisbee fun for friends and families. It’s played like golf but with frisbee-like flying discs and metal baskets to land in. Adults £5, Children £3

Address: Old Milverton Lane
Royal Leamington Spa
CV32 6RW
Tel: +44 (0) 8450 525277
Email: enquiry@quarrypark.co.uk
Website: www.quarrypark.co.uk

Redwings Rescue Centre
Visit Redwings Oxhill Rescue Centre to meet rescued horses, ponies and donkeys. Entry is free and there is a café and gift shop on site.

Address: Oxhill
Warwick
CV35 0RP
Tel: +44 (0) 870 040 0033
Email: info@redwings.co.uk
Website: www.redwings.co.uk

Sulgrave Manor
A must see sixteenth century Manor House, ancestral home of George Washington, first President of the USA. Lively and informative tours, historical and picturesque garden.

Address: Sulgrave
Near Banbury
OX17 2SD
Tel: +44 (0) 1295 760205
Email: enquiries@sulgravemanor.org.uk
Website: www.sulgravemanor.org.uk

Tudor World at the Falstaff Experience
Award-winning museum depicting life in Tudor England. Set in a genuine Tudor building with Shakespeare connections. Walk along the cobblestones Shakespeare himself has walked upon.

Address: 40 Sheep Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6EE
Tel: +44 (0) 870 350 2770
Email: info@falstaffexperience.co.uk
Website: www.falstaffexperience.co.uk


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