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- Warwickshire is known to many as 'Shakespeare country', such is the Bard's long-lasting influence on the country. But even if they can't decide on a definitive name for the region, it's safe to say that its tranquil beauty and appeal as a holiday destination has never been in question. So even if you choose not to explore the life of Shakespeare, a holiday cottage in Warwickshire still offers a delightful playground filled with limestone villages, gentle hills and historic towns to be enjoyed at your leisure.
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- Warwickshire is an area rich in history and culture. Visit the Bard's birthplace in Stratford Upon Avon and see his legacy performed at the RSC. Warwickshire's more notorious history is recorded at Coughton Court, which offers a magnificent stately home with 25 acres of lush gardens but is also popular with visitors thanks to its former residents' part in the notorious gunpowder plot of 1605.
- Shakespeare himself was no stranger to notoriety, or at least his father wasn't, spending years buying and selling wool illegally throughout Warwickshire. Perhaps unsurprisingly, this isn't celebrated in the region but provides you with a good reason (in case you need one!) to trek across the beautiful unspoiled landscape. You're bound to find a few scenic treasures on your way. However, more tangible treasures are to be found at Compton Verney, a fantastic gallery housed in a Grade I listed mansion near Stratford.
- As a county with no cities, you won't have far to travel from your holiday cottage in Warwickshire to find delightful peace and quiet. Move away from the land and you'll find an equally welcome experience on the region's waterways. Take a trip down the Grand Union Canal for one of the more tranquil ways to explore Warwickshire's industrial heritage, or take a leisurely river ride from Stratford Upon Avon.
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- Things We Love Most About…Warwickshire
- ‘The land! Rolling green fields and sleepy villages to explore at your leisure.’
- ‘Shakespeare! The Bard has left an indelible mark on the region.’
- ‘Food and drink! From cafés to inns and restaurants, you won't go hungry in the region.’
- ‘The pace of life! You're almost guaranteed tranquil relaxation in Warwickshire.’
- 5 Favourite…Shakespeare Locations in Stratford Upon Avon
- Shakespeare's Birthplace - Visit one of the most popular literary landmarks in the UK.
- Nash's Place - Shakespeare spent his retirement in this open house.
- Holy Trinity Church - Shakespeare's final resting place.
- Hall's Croft - Shakespeare's daughter's house, now open to the public.
- Shakespeare's theatres - See a fantastic performance from the Royal Shakespeare Company.
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