Explore over 1,100 years of extraordinary history, world-class show spectaculars and unmissable events at Warwick Castle - Britain's Ultimate Historical Experience. 

Across the year, visitors can be amazed by a range of stunning shows, from epic live jousting, the UK’s largest Birds of Prey Show, exciting Halloween and festive Christmas events, and musical concerts throughout summer. Warwick Castle is also proudly the home to Zog the lovable dragon and the Horrible Histories Maze, meaning families can immerse themselves in some of their most loved books.

Visit Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, the beautiful 500 year old cottage where Shakespeare courted his bride-to-be. See original furniture including the Hathaway bed and uncover five centuries of stories in this picturesque cottage and 13 generations of the family who lived there.

Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and explore the house where he was born and grew up.

The MAD Musuem (Mechanical Art and Design Museum) does what it says on the tin! This quirky attraction located in the centre of Stratford-upon -Avon, houses around 60 interactive mechanical contraptions and is the only one of its kind in the UK.

Situated in Stratford upon Avon, Shakespeare Distillery is an artisan carbon-neutral spirit producer, established in 2015. They produce a range of premium, handcrafted gins and rums made entirely onsite, including the award-winning Stratford Dry Gin, Judith’s Pink Gin and Jester Rum.

Established in 1898, Avon Boating is one of England’s oldest and largest traditional boating companies, offering boats for hire on one of the finest rivers in the country, the Avon at Stratford-upon-Avon.

The British Motor Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historic British Cars; it boasts over 400 cars in its collection which span the classic, vintage and veteran eras

The medieval fortress of Kenilworth Castle is one of the largest historic visitor attractions in the West Midlands and one of the most spectacular castle ruins in England.

Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall is where it all began for William Shakespeare. It’s where a bright Midlands schoolboy was educated and inspired to become the world’s greatest playwright.

Visit Shakespeare’s New Place and walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and meet the man behind the works in a fascinating new exhibition. Discover beautiful gardens and specially-commissioned artworks.

Visit this stunning Grade 1 listed English Mansion House and explore its beautiful grounds. Stoneleigh has played host to several people of note, including King Charles I, Queen Victoria, and novelist Jane Austen. Please Note: Stoneleigh Abbey is closed during January and February.

Enjoy the unique pleasure of watching hundreds of the world’s most spectacular and colourful butterflies flying all around. You can see them feeding and flying in a wonderful tropical environment.

The Coventry Transport Museum houses the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles and tells the story of a city that revolutionised transport. Fourteen fully accessible galleries showcase the fastest vehicles in the world, pioneering bicycles, transport champions, and many of the most innovative, memorable, and luxurious vehicles from the past 200 years.

Looking for a fantastic fun day out? Faerie-Tale Alpacas is a magical destination where enchanting experiences await you. Nestled in the picturesque countryside, the farm in Kenilworth is home to a charming herd of alpacas and Shetland ponies.

The Herbert Art Gallery & Museum is the perfect place to delve into Coventry’s history. Gain a fresh perspective on the legend of Lady Godiva or explore the story of Coventry and its people from the medieval period to the impact of the Second World War and the boom years of the 1950s and ‘60s

This partially-reconstructed timber fort awaits you. Explore the exhibition in the granary and imagine yourself training horses in the gyrus - a feature not found anywhere else inside a Roman Fort.
Make use of an exclusive 10% discount when staying at Ardencote – contact us for more information.

The Wave, a UK award-winning indoor waterpark, has been making a splash in the heart of Coventry! This state-of-the-art aquatic paradise offers a myriad of attractions designed to delight visitors of all ages.