10 free (or almost*) things to do in North Warwickshire
*parking charges apply at certain locations
There’s no such thing as a free lunch they say, but who needs lunch anyway when Northern Warwickshire has so much on offer for free?
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Fancy the long route from Coventry to Birmingham? Get away from the cities while walking the Coventry Canal then the Birmingham & Fazeley Canals. Forming the Warwickshire Ring these canals pass through or near our market towns and country parks and are a fantastic way to see wildlife. Along the way there’s a flight of 11 locks at Atherstone with a Welcome Station manned by volunteers.
Pictures courtesy of Graham Beale
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Do the tour of Atherstone’s Heritage following the trail available from the Visitor Centre on Long St
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Be Old King Cole, king of all you survey on top of the coal mound at Pooley Country Park
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Browse the thousands of books to suit all tastes at Astley Book Farm
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Imagine author George Eliot as a child amidst the scenery which inspired her at Astley Castle and neighbouring Astley Church where her parents were married. Linger for a leisurely walk following the interpretation boards amongst these two literary inspirations.
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Immerse yourself in the fine art at Nuneaton Museum & Art Gallery and stroll around Riversley park
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Stand in Shakespeare’s school-room (allegedly!) in the refectory of Polesworth Abbey where John Donne and Michael Drayton were regulars.
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Spot beautiful birds at Middleton Lakes RSPB reserve then browse the craft units at neighbouring Middleton Hall
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Discover how ribbons were made and the generosity of Nicholas Chamberlain amidst the charming almshouses of Bedworth Heritage Centre.
Northern Warwickshire’s Cycling Country
Warwickshire is proud to have hosted a stage in the Ovo Women’s Cycle Tour for 3 years in a row – we certainly have some fine cycling country whatever your level of cycling proficiency. If you like to potter around away from traffic our country parks are ideal. Try...
Historic days out in Northern Warwickshire
Henry Tudor’s restover before the Battle of Bosworth, an important Roman fort town & Boudica’s last stand, the Elizabethan centre of literary activity, the Sir Robert Peel Museum and George Eliot’s inspiration are just some of the historical places of importance that you visit in North Warwickshire.
Family days out in Northern Warwickshire
Burn off some energy at our country parks or stroll along the peaceful Coventry or Fazeley canals? Whether you love books, adventure or animals we have some fantastic places for you to visit in North Warwickshire.
Uncover George Eliot Country
“Unconventional”, “unorthodox”, descriptions of one of the leading nineteenth century authors Mary Ann Evans, known as George Eliot and born in Nuneaton; drawing on her early life here in rural Warwickshire her themes and characters are just as relevant today as then....
Sporty trips in Northern Warwickshire
Road racers or easy trails? Tee off at the Belfry? Wakeboarding, waterskiing or open water swimming? Or a take a stroll that’ll give you insights into fascinating local history. North Warwickshire can cater for all tastes.
10 ideas for a rainy day
Let’s face it, England is famous for rainy days so we have it covered. 1 Have fun inside at the swimming pools in – Atherstone Leisure Complex, Pingles Nuneaton or Lea Marston hotel 2 Nuneaton’s Art Gallery & Museum showcases fine art, local history and galleries...
