Warwick
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In this Article
- Introduction
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Keep Connected
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Introduction
Warwick is situated in the Heart of England near Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa and Kenilworth. The closest cities are Birmingham and Coventry.
The town is set amidst historic buildings, attractive parks and gardens and a range of cafés and restaurants. Famous for Warwick Castle, the town was founded in 914 AD by Ethelfleda, sister of Edward the Elder.
Sights and Activities
- Collegiate Church of St Mary is famous for its Beauchamp Chapel
- Warwick Castle is one of Britain’s greatest Medieval castle
- Warwickshire Museum has great exhibits on Archaeology, Geology and Natural History
- Warwickshire Yeomanry Museum has uniforms, arms, swords, sabres and selected silver with a military emphasis.
Events and Festivals
Getting There
By Plane
Birmingham Airport is located 24 miles / 38 km from Warwick.
By Train
Warwick railway station is a ten minute walk from the centre of the town. Trains serve Birmingham, London (Marylebone), [Leamington Spa]] and Stratford-upon-Avon.
By Car
From the M40 motorway, take junction 15 onto the A429, signposted Warwick.
By Bus
National Express provides regular services to the town. Bus services from Leamington Spa, Stratford-upon-Avon and Coventry are operated by Stagecoach.
By Boat
Warwick is set on the River Avon and the Grand Union Canal, giving the opportunity for visits by canal boats and small pleasure craft.
Getting Around
By Car
Parking the car in the town centre and then walking is the best option in Warwick.
By Public Transport
By Foot
The main attractions of the town and within easy walking distance of each other.
By Bike
Sleep
Budget
Mid-Range
- Westham Bed & Breakfast – Comfortable Victorian house, 15 minutes from the castle.
| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westham Bed & Breakfast | 76 Emscote Road | Guesthouse | 92 |
Upscale
- Lord Leycester Hotel – 40 bed, three star hotel
Keep Connected
Internet
Phone
The national telephone dialling code for Warwick is 01926
To make an international call to Warwick, dial +44 1926 followed by the local number
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