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Stratford-upon-Avon Visitor Information Centre
Bridgefoot
Stratford-upon-Avon
CV37 6GW
Tel: 01789 264293
tic@discover-stratford.com
The big news at Wellesbourne is the opening of Chedham’s Yard scheduled for summer 2011. The paraphernalia-packed former blacksmith’s and wheelwright’s workshop, owned and run by seven generations of the Chedham family from the early 19th century, has been restored and promises intriguing insights to a forgotten way of life.
Then make a short jaunt from Wellesbourne to Compton Verney art gallery or the Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon where exhibits include over 180 historic cars. North of Wellesbourne, Charlecote boasts a fascinating working watermill that produces stoneground wholemeal flour still using 19th century machinery. Step back in time even further at Tudor Charlecote Park. See accommodation near Wellesbourne.
Here’s something to perk up the senses: a series of small demonstration gardens full of colour and scent where you can learn about growing herbs, and see fields of rosemary, sage, thyme and parsley. Over 500 varieties of culinary, medicinal and scented herbs are available for sale, including 25 types of rosemary, 25 of lavender and 35 of thyme. Stop for a snack and sample the tasty flavours of fresh herbs, then meander along the nature trail down the valley and through the fields to the wood.
Unlock the secrets of a home that offered a haven to Catholics persecuted in the Elizabethan era. Atmospheric interiors throughout the house conjure the comforts of the times, yet this moated medieval manor also conceals no fewer than three priest’s holes: just imagine the hold-your-breath moments endured by someone in hiding. Stretch your legs in the delightful garden complete with stewponds and lake, find out what’s fresh in the vegetable garden, or follow the lovely nature walk.
This walk in the south of Warwickshire takes in the county’s highest ground, at the fringes of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Crossing the AONB’s downs, it provides a superb introduction to the protected landscape. Start at honey-stone Ilmington village, then your route uses footpaths, bridleways and country lanes to explore Ilmington Down and surroundings. Bring your camera for particularly good views into the Vale of Evesham from the top of the Down.
This walk in the south of Warwickshire takes in the county’s highest ground, at the fringes of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Crossing the AONB’s downs, it provides a superb introduction to the protected landscape. Start at honey-stone Ilmington village, then your route uses footpaths, bridleways and country lanes to explore Ilmington Down and surroundings. Bring your camera for particularly good views into the Vale of Evesham from the top of the Down.
Our country house hotel (AA 3 red star) stands in ten acres of gardens. Step inside to enjoy beautiful, individually styled rooms, elegant lounges and superb service. Fine food and wine are at the forefront of the Mallory Court experience and we have been awarded a coveted Michelin star for the tenth time.
Experience a quintessential English stately home, now carefully restored as a luxury hotel (AA 4 star) in 65 acres of attractive countryside. Sit beneath crystal chandeliers in our restaurant (AA 2 rosette) and dine sumptuously, maybe on beef, lamb or fish – and do leave room for our English Classics pudding.
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