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Second World War Walk

Discover Coleshill's hidden Second World War history on this informative walk through village, woods and parkland at the home of the British Resistance.

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Coleshill House was the hush hush headquarters of Churchill's secret army, or the Auxiliers. Discover the detailed history of their training and visit some of the remaining Second World War features around the village, including the Guard House. Plus, check out our newly built and refurbished replica Operational Base.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £7.00
Child £3.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children are welcome. Unsuitable for children under the age of 7.

Meeting point

Visitor Reception at, Coleshill Model Farm, in the main car park.

What to bring and wear

Sensible walking shoes and appropriate clothing for walking in.

Accessibility

The walk is roughly 1 ½ miles. There is slightly uneven terrain and the route is slightly uphill.

Contact info

Buscot and Coleshill Estate

Upcoming events

Event

Guided Tours - Coleshill Home Farm and Skills Centre 

Thursdays and Saturdays, 1pm and 2.30pm: discover the historic Coleshill Home Farm and learn more about the Heritage and Rural Skills Centre now housed here.

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on
4 Jul to 31 Aug 2024
at
13:00 to 14:00
+ 35 other dates or times
Event

Faringdon Town Tours 

Faringdon has a rich and fascinating history from mention in the Domesday Book through the Middle Ages, as a Royalist stronghold in the Civil War and, from the 1930s to 1950s, home to the eccentric Lord Berners.

Event summary

on
6 Jul to 5 Oct 2024
at
10:30 to 11:30
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Village Open Day 

9 June, 14 July and 11 August: discover what Coleshill has to offer on one of our Village Open Days.

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on
14 Jul to 11 Aug 2024
at
14:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Rupert Aker exhibition at the Heritage and Rural Skills Centre 

31 July - 1 September, Tuesdays-Sundays 11am-3pm: an exhibition of artworks by Cotswold-based artist Rupert Aker.

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on
31 Jul to 1 Sep 2024
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 28 other dates or times