what to do what to see and where to stay in 2008 0870 160 7930 www.shakespeare-country.co.uk
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explore england s england come and explore shakespeare s england england s england shakespeare country offers everything you need for a relaxing short break or a longer holiday stay in welcoming accommodation with traditional english breakfasts indulge in afternoon tea with delicious home-made cakes enjoy real ale in a local pub and sample some of the finest dishes in a variety of quality restaurants visit historic warwick and kenilworth with two of the most magnificent castles in english history enjoy royal leamington spa with its superb shopping in a stunning regency setting step back in time in stratford-upon-avon with its picturesque canal basin and half-timbered buildings this is the home of william shakespeare the heart of shakespeare country where you can live history in five shakespeare houses before settling down in front of a stirring performance by the world s greatest theatre company the royal shakespeare company take time to explore the rolling green countryside of engla
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sulgrave manor is a superb example of a modest manor house in shakespeare s time and was home to the ancestors of george washington rediscover kenilworth castle an inspiration to sir walter scott and one of the most spectacular castle ruins in england the ruins are an evocative reminder of great english leaders bloody battles and romantic trysts see the beautiful elizabethan gatehouse fully restored and with new exhibitions charting the castle s long and colourful history at warwick castle experience a mediaeval household preparing for battle and meet daisy countess of warwick during her royal weekend party in the castle s newest attraction dream of battle witness the drama and terror of mediaeval battle through the dreams of 12 year old page william travel through the history of the british motor industry with new and exciting exhibitions at the heritage motor centre the museum reopened in 2007 after a £1.7 million redevelopment experience in a fun hands-on way how cars have progresse
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sensational gardens hidcote manor garden find a quiet bench to rest and reflect stroll along herbaceous borders bursting with colour learn about planting schemes organic techniques and garden design whether you are a keen gardener looking for inspiration or simply appreciate the beauty of english gardens make sure you take time to explore the gardens of shakespeare country from early spring to late autumn discover a profusion of scents colour and creation as the gardens of shakespeare country flourish with trees shrubs and flowers even the winter months are exciting and you ll often come across gardeners working hard to prepare their gardens for the following seasons shakespeare country and the neighbouring cotswolds are home to some of england s most enchanting gardens from almost every period of english garden history from landscaped to cottage exotic to herbal our gardens are a delight to explore as they grow and change over the seasons and years the elizabethan knot garden at new p
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09 theatre and nightlife classic theatre and great nightlife royal shakespeare company david tennant as antipholus of syracuse the comedy of errors 2000 photo mark hall warwick nightlife the courtyard theatre for the latest offers or to book accommodation visit www.shakespeare-country.co.uk or call 0870 160 7930 one of the highlights of your visit to shakespeare country is sure to be a performance by the royal shakespeare company and you ll find that one performance is probably not enough the rsc is one of the world s best-known theatre ensembles and by staying for a short break you can follow the company s actors in a number of repertoire productions for theatre lovers 2008 is the time to visit shakespeare s stratford experience the royal shakespeare company s spectacular 1030 seat courtyard theatre specially designed as a prototype for the thrust-stage auditorium which the new royal shakespeare theatre will house at the start of 2008 the rsc s repertoire continues with the staging of
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11 family fun and relaxation family fun and great days out keeping the children happy is always high on any family agenda and in shakespeare country you won t be struggling for things to do you ll be deliberating about what to do first from easy baby care and buggy friendly attractions to challenging adventure playgrounds boating and go karting there is plenty to do for all ages relax refresh and rejuvenate if you are looking to combine a short break with walking cycling or gentle exercise then shakespeare country is the perfect choice explore england s england on a guided town walk take a country ramble through wooded glades and across gently rolling hills follow tranquil nature trails and scenic cycle routes through great english landscapes for the latest offers or to book accommodation visit www.shakespeare-country.co.uk or call 0870 160 7930 warwick castle hatton country world toddlers and young children will love scrambling around shakespeare country s soft play attractions see th
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bidford-on-avon explore country towns and villages enjoy gently rolling countryside and discover traditions that are deeply rooted in the english countryside 13 glorious english countryside there are many pleasant walks trails and towpaths plus a network of quiet country lanes which are perfect for exploring visit stoneleigh an idyllic village with redbrick cottages try southam with its restored holy well it is a small historic coaching and market town with a chequered history similarly the two market towns of alcester and henley-in-arden retain much of their historic charm alcester dates back to roman times and is one of the most investigated small roman towns in the country follow alcester s heritage trail and discover historic buildings a wonderful selection of exciting pubs and tearooms plus a wide choice of traditional independent shops don t miss roman alcester a museum which traces the town s kenilworth castle glorious english countryside links to the romans and their continuing
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15 food and drink mouth watering food and drink from the moment you get up in the morning the smell of freshly baked bread ground coffee and grilled bacon reminds you that you are on holiday this is a time to enjoy good food try local specialities and savour good wine and beer as you explore england s england you will be sorely tempted to pause for morning coffee and enjoy lunch in a café or bar however be sure to leave room for afternoon tea fresh scones home-made cakes and local jams perfectly complement a range of speciality and old english breakfast teas sample shakespeare country s fare enjoy healthy living and choose organically grown fruit and vegetables try speciality cheeses and farm produce enjoy mouth-watering dishes freshly prepared by some of england s most talented chefs savour a glass of fine wine as you relax and reminisce warwick kenilworth royal leamington spa and stratford-upon-avon offer a particularly good choice of places to eat drawing culinary inspiration from a
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from timber-framed buildings to stunning regency architecture and from traditional high streets to contemporary courtyards shakespeare country offers the perfect setting for superb shopping 17 superb shopping superb shopping royal priors shopping centre leamington spa visit major high street shopping names alongside many quality independent shops from men s fashions to women s footwear and from children s clothes to independent jewellers this is a great place to find something different something special from the january sales to christmas shopping shakespeare country is somewhere to shop all year round christmas is indeed a special time to shop from mid to late november when the christmas lights go on in most of the towns enjoy festive fun while choosing special gifts for family and friends christmas markets and late night shopping and even father christmas make shakespeare country a special place in the winter season if you enjoy wandering around markets then you will not be disappoi
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