Top 10 Things to do in Warwick, England

November 11, 2021 Weston Hennigan

Warwick (/ˈwɒrɪk/) is the county town of Warwickshire, England. It lies on the River Avon, 11 miles (18 km) south of Coventry and just west of Leamington Spa and Whitnash, with which it is contiguous. At the 2011 Census, the population was 31,345.
Restaurants in Warwick

1. Guy's Cliffe

Warwick Nursery School Coventry Road, Warwick CV34 4LJ England +44 1926 530096 [email protected] http://www.guyscliffehousewarwick.co.uk
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5.0 based on 90 reviews

Guy's Cliffe

Warwickshire's Hidden Gem - Guy's Cliffe House for details and bookings for our public tours, please visit the Guy's Cliffe House website

Reviewed By jansQ8019IX

My daughter and I attended a Paranormal Eye event here last night. It was a wonderful evening full of surprises and paranormal activity!!!! The location was easy to find and was very atmospheric. Guys Cliffe is a wonderful old building. Full of nooks and crannies. It oozed charm and felt it had been lived by so many in its time. The curator, Andy, supported us throughout the evening. We could tell that he loved the place. We would love to go back in the summer to have a good look around the extensive grounds. The evening was a great success and we would thoroughly recommend anyone who is interested in the after life to go. It was a brilliant evening. Well done to Paranormal Eye for a fantastic evening.

2. The Children’s Play Village

Hampton Road Budbrooke, Warwick A4189 England +44 1926 830635 [email protected] http://www.childrensplayvillage.co.uk
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5.0 based on 100 reviews

The Children’s Play Village

The Children’s Play Village in Warwick makes for a play date to remember for children bursting with curiosity and an endless supply of playfulness and tonnes of imagination. With soft fantasy realism of a real village your child can jump right into character and lose themselves in a world of pretend play and exploration of many familiar shops and services found in real life. Our 12 role play have been designed with love to set your child's imagination on fire. The Play Village, the play props and costumes are all here to spark play every child’s spirit of adventure, their excitement at the freedom to explore and learn about their community and world, and experiment with what’s familiar and fantasy using their imaginations. We offer 3 play sessions a day for 2.5 hrs that can be pre-booked online via our website. We operate a strict capacity level to ensure families have the space to play and explore with online booking essential to avoid disappointment.

Reviewed By AMM1985 - Banbury, United Kingdom

We visited for the second time in February. The first time had been on our daughter’s third birthday last summer and we had chosen to come whilst our eldest child was at school as we thought he would be too old to enjoy himself. We realised during that visit that he wasn’t, so we finally made a return visit today with an 8 year old, 3 year old and 18 month old. They all had a fantastic time! We received such a warm welcome from the members of staff at the front desk, and were very kindly shown to a table in the cafe area. Our children then joined in with the welcome session and started playing! We all had a brilliant afternoon playing together. We love how clean and tidy the village is even though we arrived at 3.30pm, that numbers are limited, how much there is to do, and that we can spend so much time together in one place just playing without any other distractions. We could spend much longer than 2.5 hours here, it is such a nice environment. Also a big plus that a tidy-up song is played at the end and that the children are asked to help, and they all do! We will definitely be back again.

3. Lord Leycester Hospital

60 High Street, Warwick CV34 4BH England +44 1926 491422 [email protected] http://www.lordleycester.com/
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4.5 based on 577 reviews

Lord Leycester Hospital

The Hospital is a historic group of medieval timber-framed buildings dating mainly from the late 14th Century. Of historic significance, they represent one of the finest examples in Britain of medieval courtyard architecture. Clustered around the Norman gateway into the town, the 12th century chapel sits above it. For nearly 200 years this site was home to Warwick’s medieval Guilds. In the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, under the patronage of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, the buildings became a place of retirement for old warriors. These soldiers are known to this day as the Brethren and with the Master, still live within the walls of the building. They are a living legacy of 450 years. Each morning they meet and pray together the words their founder Robert Dudley set down. You can often see the Brethren in ceremonial uniform as they give tours through the buildings and gardens. ​These extraordinary medieval buildings are open to visitors and can also be hired for private events.

Reviewed By PatG338 - Warwick, United Kingdom

Well worth a visit, ancient and interesting, lots to learn about the people who live there and keep it running, unusual wedding venue too

4. Charlecote Park

Charlecote Park Wellesbourne B4086, off A429, Nr Wellesbourne, Warwick CV35 9ER England +44 1789 470277 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/charlecote-park
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4.5 based on 1,484 reviews

Charlecote Park

Charlecote Park has been home to the Lucy family since the 12th century. Their stories are told throughout the house by their portraits, the objects they collected from around the world and the design influence they had on the house and parkland. See how Mary Elizabeth Lucy remodeled the house in Victorian times. The gardens include a formal parterre, woodland walk and the wider parkland (inspired by 'Capability' Brown), which offer walks with picturesque views across the River Avon. A herd of fallow deer has been in the park since Tudor times.

Reviewed By alipaulwalsall - Stafford, United Kingdom

beautiful setting for a lovely historic house full of interesting historical facts lots of volunteers or guides to enhance the history of all the rooms, beautiful parkland with various walks and lots of deer to see , The Orangery restaurant and the new cafe were lovely and the food exceptional especially the homemade bread with the soup and panninis

5. Collegiate Church of St Mary's

Church St Old Sq., Warwick England +44 1926 403940 http://www.stmaryswarwick.org.uk
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4.5 based on 521 reviews

Collegiate Church of St Mary's

Reviewed By Masterofsolotravels

Collegiate Church of St Mary’s was one of two churches (plus Westminster Abbey) I visited while travelling around London with my father and older brother. Similar to Temple Church in London (the other of the two), I ended up enjoying the experience more than my experience at Westminster Abbey simply because it was interesting without being overstimulating or crowded. If you’re in Warwick, it’s definitely worth the visit. First of all, entry is free although the church really appreciates donations. Doing the Tower of St Mary’s climb and/or guided tours do, however, incur fees. Second, the church was built in 1123 so it has a strong sense of history reflected in its architecture. It doesn’t have as many effigies as the Temple Church but it has two chapels; Beauchamp Chapel houses the tomb Richard Beauchamp, Earl of Warwick among other tombs and is quite interesting to see. I was also in awe of the crypt with the number of people buried and how far back the burials date. Third they have a great giftshop in the corner of the Nave. Although you don’t have to be religious to appreciate the things they sell, I have a friend who’s very religious so it was the perfect place to buy souvenirs and her birthday present.

6. Hill Close Gardens

Hill Close Gardens Visitor Centre Bread and Meat Close, Warwick CV34 6HF England +44 1926 493339 [email protected] http://www.hillclosegardens.com/
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4.5 based on 132 reviews

Hill Close Gardens

Hill Close Gardens are a rare and unique example of Victorian detached leisure/pleasure gardens. Once used by townsfolk who lived above their businesses and wanted to escape from the crowded town centre. Owners and tenants came here after work or on Sundays to tend their flowers, fruit and vegetables or to relax. These gardens have been fully restored to their original charm and boasts a visitor centre that can be hired out and is used as a tearoom on weekends and bank holidays through the summer months. The gardens are open all year during weekdays. Plant / produce / gift sales. Special events are put on throughout the year. Come along and step back in time.

Reviewed By JDW275 - Kidlington, United Kingdom

The gardens are beautiful, all different with stunning, unique little summer houses. A truly special place, so atmospheric and peaceful and a glimpse of a bygone age that is rare to find today. Wonderful descriptions of the original and subsequent owners bring the gardens alive. The volunteers were lovely, so welcoming and informative and the tea and cakes were superb. I bought some gorgeous plants, very reasonable prices also some homegrown delicious tomatoes. We loved the gardens and are in awe of the work the volunteers do to keep everything going. If I lived nearer I would love to help out. We will be back to this truly special place. Thank you to all who make it possible for us to visit such a special place.

7. St Nicholas Park

Warwick England +44 1926 353365 http://www.stnicholaspark.co.uk
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4.5 based on 562 reviews

St Nicholas Park

Reviewed By 971AmyF971 - High Wycombe, United Kingdom

There's so much to do at St Nicholas Park. We particularly enjoyed going for a walk along the river and playing adventure golf.

8. The Mill Garden

55 Mill Street, Warwick CV34 4HB England +44 1926 492877 http://visitwarwick.co.uk/placeofinterest/the-mill-garden/
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4.5 based on 448 reviews

The Mill Garden

This garden lies in a magical setting on the banks of the River Avon beneath the walls of Warwick Castle. Winding paths lead round every corner to dramatic views of the castle and ruined Medieval Bridge. This informal cottage garden is a profusion of plants, shrubs and trees - beautiful throughout our opening season. Open daily 1st April to 31st October from 9am to 6pm. Partial wheelchair access. Not suitable for electric wheelchairs or large pushchairs. Disabled parking and drop off only. Please use nearby car park at St Nicholas Park, approx. 6 minute walk.

Reviewed By elenazE4263QC

I took a long walk on Easter Day to Warwick town centre, to my surprise and great happyness, the garden was open. Every time I visit it is more beautiful, Iam a regular visitor, and can't wait to visit again soon. Lovely hosts and so hard working! Breath taking views of the local castle and medieval bridge, the garden itself is exquisite, the most beautiful, colourful flowers. A must see location, highly recommended.

9. Hatton Locks

Grand Union Canal, Hatton, Warwick CV35 7JL England http://canalrivertrust.org.uk/places-to-visit-pdf/Hatton_Locks.pdf
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4.5 based on 319 reviews

Hatton Locks

State of the art locks were built at Hatton to flight off stiff competition from the roads and railways in the 1930's. When the locks were completed bands played and crowds gathered to watch the Duke of Kent arrive by boat and cut the ribbon. Today Hatton Locks is a lovely peaceful location to watch the colourful narrowboats as they move through the flight and if thats too much excitement why not enjoy a picnic or bite to eat in the cafe.

Reviewed By keitht583 - Thornbury, United Kingdom

We were looking for something to pass the time on a wet day and stumbled across Hatton Locks. Fantastic watching a narrow boat navigate the locks. The cafe is comfortable with friendly staff and good snacks and lunches. The car parking system is AWFUL and will put many off which is a real shame

10. Warwick Castle

Castle Lane, Warwick CV34 4QU England +44 871 265 2000 [email protected] http://www.warwick-castle.com/
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4.0 based on 14,903 reviews

Warwick Castle

Imagine a totally electrifying day out at Britain’s ultimate castle. Where you can immerse yourself in a thousand years of jaw-dropping history – come rain or shine.Where ancient myths and spell-binding tales set your imagination alight, and your hair on end. Where princesses are pampered and maidens are wooed, as winners become true heroes and losers are confined to dark, dank dungeons to be forgotten for eternity. It could only be Warwick Castle.

Reviewed By 447jend - Shropshire, United Kingdom

Very interesting day out with plenty to do war of the roses was absolutely brilliant as was the dungeon tour and watching the falcons was breathtaking, also learning the history was good plenty to do, and plenty of walking so wear comfortable shoes. I thought entrance fee to get in was reasonable however that is where it stops . Parking £6.00 in a field which is approx 20mins walk and can be difficult with young children or elderly or if you struggle to walk ... take a picnic with you as food is extremely expensive as for drinks £1.80 a bottle of water £2.35 for a small bottle of coke / sprite etc total rip off. Toilets were very clean and tidy and the staff I spoke to were polite and helpful . Enter the gift shop and be prepared to be fleeced very very expensive £4.00 for a fridge magnet, foam sword £12.50 princess hat £18.00 name just a few and be aware that the car park sign says the gate is shut a 6pm . I would go back for the history and other entertainment but always would take my own food and drinks

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