Warwickshire

Find rolling countryside, riverside walks and the houses steeped in history. Havens for persecuted Catholics, stories of the gunpower plot and centuries of fascinating stories are all to be found at our places in Warwickshire.

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Charlecote Park in late summer from Cedar Lawn

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Charlecote Park

A Victorian home set in landscaped deer park

A view of the house at Packwood from the gardens in summer

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Packwood House

Much-restored Tudor house, park and garden with notable topiary

The exterior, entrance range of Baddesley Clinton in Warwickshire. A stone built house, with stone mullion windows, surrounded by a moat.

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Baddesley Clinton

Discover a secluded, intimate estate set in the heart of the Forest of Arden with 500 years of fascinating and unexpected stories

Exterior of Upton House, with neatly trimmed hedges standing either side of a wide driveway at Upton House and Gardens, Warwickshire.

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Upton House and Gardens

Lord and Lady Bearsted’s 1930s country retreat with dramatic terraced gardens and world-renowned art collection.

Visitor Viewing Platform at Coughton Court, Warwickshire

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Coughton Court

Coughton Court is an imposing Tudor house set in beautiful gardens with a collection of Catholic treasures

The 14 large windows of Farnborough Hall, Warwickshire, an 18th-century house made from honey-coloured stone

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Farnborough Hall

Honey-coloured stone house with exquisite plasterwork and fine landscaped garden

Exterior view of Kinwarton Dovecote, Warwickshire

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Kinwarton Dovecote

Circular 14th-century dovecote

A half-timbered, whitewashed building on a sunny day, in front of which is a courtyard with benches and seating

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The Fleece Inn

A traditional English pub

Family visitors in the grounds at Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk

Family activities in Warwickshire

A garden border full of colourful dahlias alongside a gravel path, at the end of the path is a thatched summerhouse.

Gardens in Warwickshire

A man and women in their 50s or 60s carrying cameras and walking away in leafy green woodland on a spring day

Walking in Warwickshire

Three children on a wooden seat eating ice cream cones

Places to eat in Warwickshire

Houses and buildings in Warwickshire

A close up photo of a fluffy black, white and grey poodle cross, is trotting along side it's owners legs while on a lead with it's tongue hanging out as it looks at it's surroundings.

Dog friendly places in Warwickshire

A close up image of a pair of hands gently pricking out seedlings in a seed tray

Volunteering in Warwickshire

A visitor running with their dog along a path lined with bare trees at Clent Hills

Outdoor activities in Warwickshire

Make memories at the special places we care for in Warwickshire this summer. Join a host of adventures and events for all ages, including our Summer of Play, sponsored by Sterling Bank, during the school summer holidays.

A child with curly blonde hair wearing green sunglasses lying on a picnic blanket.

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Family-friendly things to do at Upton House and Gardens

Find out what's on for families at Upton House and Gardens, spot wildlife on the Woodland Walk or simply let off steam in acres of space outdoors. If you're planning for summer, find out more about about all we have coming up including outdoor theatre and weekly holiday activities.

Two mums and three children walk along a path which is lined with lavender. The children are smiling, wearing sunglasses and pointing up at the red bricked building to their side. In the distance is a view of the parkland and river on a bright sunny day.

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Family-friendly things to do at Charlecote Park

Entertain the whole family this spring at Charlecote Park. Picnic, play and explore the estate, and spot the wild deer herd, the flock of Jacob sheep, as well as lots of wildlife.

A colourful graphic with children at play, rainbows, butterflies, sunshine, bunting, musical notes and more.

Family activities in Warwickshire

With wide open areas for playing and kid-friendly trails and activities, we've got your family days out sorted, whatever the weather.

Enjoy vibrant seasonal blooms in gardens across the county this summer

The Purple Haze border in the walled garden at Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire

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Visiting the garden at Baddesley Clinton

Wander round the walled garden, courtyard and orchard that make up the garden here at Baddesley Clinton.

Garden volunteer at work in the Walled Garden at Packwood House, Warwickshire

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Exploring the garden at Packwood

Explore Packwood’s garden and its seasonal delights. Flamboyant flower borders in a ‘mingled’ style, magnificent yew trees and a bountiful kitchen garden all wait to be discovered.

A wide shot of a few cedar of Lebanon trees bordering the lawn at Upton House, Warwickshire

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Visiting the garden at Upton

Visit Upton's historic garden and marvel at the view that unfolds in front of you. Discover the Mirror Pool and enjoy the late spring and early summer blooms.

Enjoy the longer days of summer with nature in full bloom

A grass path splits into two directions through a field of yellow buttercups, framed by leafy trees and a bright blue sky.

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Parkland walk at Charlecote Park

Walk through the parkland at Charlecote Park and take in the scenery, history and wildlife in this tranquil corner of Warwickshire.

Moat bridge at Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire, in springtime

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Packwood House to Baddesley Clinton walk

A beautiful walk through the Arden countryside, taking in the Stratford-upon-Avon canal and two tranquil Warwickshire properties.

See all the walks in Warwickshire

From ancient woodland at Coughton Court to parkland packed with wildlife at Charlecote Park, these are some of the best places to enjoy a walk in Warwickshire.

Group of visitors on a guided tour in the Picture Gallery at Upton House and Gardens, Warwickshire

Volunteering in Warwickshire

Help bring to life the places we look after, by volunteering at a special historic place in Warwickshire.

Visitors walking in the grounds on a sunny day at Charlecote Park, Warwickshire

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Supporter groups in Warwickshire

Find a local supporter group in Warwickshire to meet like-minded people and enjoy activities including visits and talks and help with outdoor conservation and fundraising events.

Four children under ten walking through green-leafed woodland

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Sustainable travel in Warwickshire

There are a number of sustainable options for travelling to and from the places in our care in Warwickshire, whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your visit.

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A Summer of Play at Charlecote Park

Charlecote Park, Warwick, Warwickshire

Enjoy a vibrant and colourful summer of play in the outdoors at Charlecote Park.

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A walk in the woods

Upton House and Gardens, near Banbury, Warwickshire

Seek out nature in Upton's Woodland Walk and gardens with this fun trail sheet for little explorers.

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A summer with the collection

Upton House and Gardens, near Banbury, Warwickshire

Introduce your child to the pleasures and possibilities of great paintings this summer with new interpretation and immersive activities exploring some of Upton's most distinguished collection items.

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Music on the Lawn

Upton House and Gardens, near Banbury, Warwickshire

Enjoy live music in the intimate outdoor setting of Upton House and Gardens every weekend this August, up to and including Bank Holiday Monday.

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Crafting Tuesdays

Upton House and Gardens, near Banbury, Warwickshire

Keep little hands happy and busy this summer with fun arts and crafts activities available to do every Tuesday.

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Craft Wednesdays - Summer Holidays

Charlecote Park, Warwick, Warwickshire

Every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays, get stuck into a crafty activity in this paid workshop!

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Wildlife Wednesdays

Upton House and Gardens, near Banbury, Warwickshire

Give little ones a summer of nature exploration. From wildlife spotting to seed-bomb making, there’ll be hands-on fun and discovery every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays.

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Summer Duck Races

Coughton Court, Alcester, Warwickshire

Celebrate the summer holidays by getting all the family together to sponsor a duck on Coughton's traditional duck race down the River Arrow, plus traditional games for families.

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Visitors exploring the sand dunes and the woodland at Formby, Liverpool

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