Warwick Holidays

Written by Donna on September 24, 2009

Warwick Castle The central county of Warwickshire lies in the east of the West Midlands bordered by Leicestershire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Staffordshire and Worcestershire.

The ancient town of Warwick is easy to reach by car as it is close to the M41, M6 and M1 motorways; there are also good rail and coach links from London, Birmingham and further afield.

During your holiday to Warwick, you can’t leave without visiting the fantastic medieval Warwick Castle which is open every day except Christmas Day and is a great day out for the whole family whatever their age. Medieval machines, the turreted Castle, delightful Castle grounds and the Dungeon, State Rooms, the Great Hall, and special monthly entertainment – you’ll be planning your return visit before you’ve left!

From the castle look down on town and you’ll be able to see the ancient structure of Warwick and the remaining medieval timber framed houses. Head to the Market Place on the third Friday of every month for the Warwickshire Farmers’ Market or on (every) Saturday for the bustling Charter Market, or to see what event is on there. There is the medieval Lord Leycester Hospital nearby and also the military museums.

There are many antique shops, tiny boutiques and second hand book stores in Warwick; go to Swan Street to purchase your holiday gifts or to visit St John’s Museum, or to Jury Street. There is an enormous choice of eateries in the town, including Thai, Italian, Portuguese, gastro pubs, homemade delicacies and bijou bars, and as a University town, Warwick has a thriving nightlife.

Whilst there are a number of good hotels and smaller bed and breakfasts in Warwick, do look at the QHotel chain with the Chesford Grange Hotel being closest to Warwick. If flying to Warwick, then Coventry and Birmingham International Airports are the closest.