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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!

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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Hands on with History: Castles
July 20 @ 11:00 am
Join the academy at Kenilworth Castle with hands on medieval fun and discover what it was like to live, work and fight in a real-life castle. Find out more...
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The Chedhams
July 20 @ 11:00 am
The Chedhams family were part of the Wellesbourne village scene from the early 1800s to the first part for the 21st century spanning a period of about 200 years. Their daily life will be depicted by a series of short presentations and sketches throughout the day. Guided tours, the mouse trail, films and refreshments in the café along with gifts / souvenirs will also be available. Find out more...
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Mister Magnolia by Folksy Theatre
July 21 @ 2:00 pm
Mister Magnolia has many things, such as an old trumpet that goes rooty-toot, some very fat owls learning to hoot, a big purple dinosaur who's a magnificent brute, two sisters who play the flute, and even a swimming pool. But he still only has one boot! Join Mister Magnolia on his wacky adventures, filled with Folksy Theatre's bold characters, live music, puppetry and audience interaction, it's a day out not to be missed! Based on the book by the legendary Quentin Blake. Bring along your picnics, blankets and folding chairs. 2's and under are free and do not need a ticket. Please note that tickets are non refundable and performances go on whatever the weather. The performance will take place in St John's Museum Garden. Please come prepared!!! Book tickets...
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