Visit Shakespeare’s England Warwickshire

The birthplace of the world’s greatest playwright and much more…

Short Breaks in Warwickshire

Book a family break in Warwickshire and visit the many fantastic family friendly attractions in the area. Explore attractions such as Shakespeare’s Family Houses, Shakespeare’s Schoolroom and Guildhall, Warwick Castle, British Motor Museum and Stratford Butterfly Farm to name but a few. Find out more and book your break today!

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Shakespeare's England Official Visitor Pass

The Explorer Pass giving you the flexibility to visit top attractions in Warwickshire and beyond!
Pick a pass duration that matches your visit and simply show your Explorer Pass at any attraction included in the guidebook to enter. It is sightseeing made easy!

Be Inspired, Shakespeare and Me
March 16
This exhibition by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust tells the story of leading 18th century actor David Garrick’s Shakespeare Jubilee, which was held in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1769 — this year marks the 250 anniversary of what was the first celebration of Shakespeare anywhere in the world. Rarely seen museum items that are held in the Trust’s internationally recognised collections will also be on display, including some dating back to the Garrick Jubilee. Also find out through first-hand testimonies how William Shakespeare has inspired actors, artists, literary figures and Shakespearians all over the world. Among those featured in the exhibition are Ian Doescher, the creator of the William Shakespeare’s Star Wars series of books, author and illustrator Marcia Williams, children's television presenter Baroness Floella Benjamin, and Devon Glover, aka The Sonnet Man. Find out more...
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Kids Go Free at Escape Live Stratford-upon-Avon
July 18
Are you looking for a fun day out with the kids? Want to go on an adventure? Or do you simply need an Escape? Escape Live provide the ultimate family day out perfect for all ages! So put your phones away, turn off the telly and venture into our fully immersive, award-winning escape rooms with your team of 2-6 players and crack the codes, solve the puzzles and work together to unlock the mysteries of the room and escape in time! Still don't know what an escape room is? Don't worry, we've got you covered! So what are you waiting for? Get your wands at the ready, Grab your familiars and prepare to enter a world of witchcraft and wizardry. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcA0UvUJyDE&t=1s&utm_source=What_Is_an_Escape_Room&utm_medium=Youtube[/embed] Offer: 1 child plays for free on family bookings of 3 or more (£16 discount) Discount Code: SUMMERVIP2019 T&Cs: https://www.escapelive.co.uk/kids-go-free-this-summer-terms-and-conditions/ Find out more...
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Summer Holiday Activities at the British Motor Museum
July 20 @ 10:00 am
This summer explore the Museum’s new exhibition The Car. The Future. Me. and enjoy a selection of futuristic themed family activities. Every day you can Discover Circuits – drop into our family activity station and draw a graphite car, then create a circuit to give your car working headlights. Or try your hand at futuristic colouring in - get colourful on paper and then see your page come to life with the Quiver App. Every Wednesday join the ‘mad scientists’ Professor Pickle and Doctor Pumpkin in their Science Show and discover why they are ‘In a pickle over petrol!’ Join them for a 25 minute show at 11.45am and 2.15pm and help them discover fuels for the future. Every Thursday come and explore the capabilities of STEM - Science Technology Engineering Maths with the STEM ambassadors from MOD Kineton. Plus every day there is also the family ‘Back to the drawing board trail’ and a ‘Back into the future family tour’, and for when the kids need to let off some steam, there’s an outdoor play and picnic area. For more details about the summer holiday activities and the Museum’s new ‘The Car. The Future. Me.’ exhibition visit www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/events/family-activities or call 01926 641188. All activities are included in Museum admission. A family ticket is just £40 for an annual pass.
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Summer at Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm
July 20 @ 10:00 am
Children and adults can take part in the popular Meet the Mini-Beast handling sessions each day at 11.30am and 2.30pm from 20 July – 1 September. Visitors can hold a giant African Millipede, African land snail, Stick Insects and even a Madagascan hissing cockroach! There will also be Beetle, Tailless Whip Scorpion and Chilean Rose Tarantula demonstrations in the Discovery Zone. For visitors wanting to enjoy a range of hot drinks, milkshakes and snacks, the Koffee Kart is open for service in the front wildflower garden. The Kart is open at weekends, bank holidays and school holidays from 10am - 4pm, weather dependent. Find out more...
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