Things to Do in Warwickshire this Summer

There's plenty of exciting things to do in Warwickshire this Summer. Here's some of our top picks:

Enjoy Woolly Week at Mary Arden's Farm

• Where: Shakespeare's Family Homes, Stratford-upon-Avon

Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Hall’s Croft, Shakespeare's New Place and Anne Hathaway’s Cottage are also a fun and educational visit for the whole family.

More information: www.shakespeare.org.uk

Join in the Half Term Fun at Hatton World

• Where: Hatton, Warwick
• When: Summer 2019

There's so much to do at Hatton 

World this summer for all ages. New for 2019 is the foam parties and sports day races but you can also enjoy family shows, falconry displays and fun fair rides.

More information: www.hattonworld.com

Leamington Food & Drink Festival

• Where: Pump Room Gardens, Leamington Spa
• When: Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th September.

The Leamington Food & Drink Festival is lots of fun for all the family, with food and entertainment. This event is free to attend no tickets are required.

Click here for more information

Enjoy a Traditional Afternoon Tea at Woodside Hotel

Come and enjoy afternoon tea at Woodside Hotel in Kenilworth. Served in the conservatory or if the weather is fine, on our beautiful lawns. Celebrating a special occasion? Upgrade your afternoon tea to include a glass of Champagne or Pimm's.

Book here!

Watch The Taming of the Shrew at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre

• Where: RST, Stratford-upon-Avon

Enjoy this explosive performance of Shakespeare's Taming of the Shrew, a love story and battle of the sexes, portraying a fresh perspective of hierarchy and power.

More information: www.rsc.org.uk

We Love Ponies

• Where: Redwings Oxhill, south of Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire
• When: Every Friday-Monday through summer, sessions are at 11:30 and 2pm.

Young horse fans can get in insight into the world of Redwings Oxhill. Open for children aged 6-11, activities are occurring every week during the summer.

Click here to get involved.

Spectate the UK's biggest Bird of Prey Show

• Where: Warwick Castle, Warwick

Look up to the skies as up to 70 Birds of Prey execute an action-packed display or aerial acrobatics - this is bound to be a spectacular show!

More information: www.warwick-castle.com 

Have a Day Out at the British Motor Museum

• Where: Gaydon

Enjoy a day out at the British Motor Museum and see the largest collection of historic British cars, celebrating the past, present and future of British motoring.  There's also lots of fun activities on for the entire family. 

More information: www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Visit a National Trust Property

• Where: Charlecote, Upton Park, Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House

Warwickshire is home to some beautiful National Trust properties, and this Summer there's plenty to see and do at each. From spotting wildlife to walking amongst stunning gardens. 

More information: www.nationaltrust.org.uk 

Row a Boat Along the River Avon

• Where: Swan's Nest Boathouse, Stratford-upon-Avon

If the sun is shining this Summer, hiring a rowing boat, canoe or punt is a fun day out for all! Make your way along the 3 mile stretch of peaceful river and enjoy the beautiful views.

More information: www.avon-boating.co.uk

Further afield...

Take on the Maize Maze at The Cotswold Farm Park

• Where: Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm Park, Cheltenham
• When: 20th July - 1st September 2019

Visit Adam Henson's Cotswold Farm park and see over 50 breeds of animals. The farm was founded in 1971 to help protect some of our rare breeds of farm animal and is now run by Adam from BBC One's Country File. The Maize Maze is a great addition to your day and will definitely be an exciting activity for the whole family.

More information: www.cotswoldfarmpark.co.uk

Explore West Midlands Safari Park

• Where: Bewdley

Go on a real life safari experience at West Midlands Safari Park and see lions, zebra, giraffe, elephants, rhinos, cheetahs, tigers and much more. There is also a theme park and even a dinosaur discovery zone!

More information: www.wmsp.co.uk

Enjoy all that Warwickshire has to offer this Summer!