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Historical Attractions
From Warwick Castle to William Shakespeare, the Heart of England has a wealth of history to explore and discover spanning right through the ages and connected to many key events in history. From quaint thatched houses to awe-inspiring architectural indulgence - there is a huge choice of diversions and experiences for the historically minded.
Historical Diversions for The Active Tourist
Our history stretches back almost 1,100 years. In 914AD Ethelfleda, daughter of Alfred the Great, ordered the building of a 'burh' or an earthen rampart to protect the small hill top settlement of Warwick from Danish invaders.
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is an independent charity that cares for Shakespeare's heritage. It owns five Shakespeare Houses in and around Stratford-upon-Avon, all directly linked to Shakespeare.
Hagley Hall and Park are among the supreme achievements of eighteenth-century English architecture and landscape gardening.
Coughton Court has been the home of the Throckmorton family since 1409. It holds a unique place in English history with its close connections with the Gunpowder Plot of 1605.
Visit Ragley Hall - Warwickshire's leading sustainable country estate, where there's something for everyone.