Town Map
Below is a map of Warwick Town Centre. Many of the places of interest are marked on the map.
How to get to Warwick
Warwick is located in the rural Heart of England. It is close to Stratford-upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Kenilworth. The closest cities are Coventry and Birmingham.
Warwick is served by an extensive motorway network.
From London and the south east M40, exit at Junction 13 for Warwick.
From the south west M5, M42 & M40, exit at Junction 15 for Warwick.
From the north west M6, M42 & M40, exit at Junction 15 for Warwick.
From the north east M1, M69, A45 & A46 and follow the Warwick signs.
From the east take the A14, M6, A45, A46 and follow the Warwick signs.
Parking in Warwick
The town has plenty of long-stay and short-stay parking facilities (see map) as well as on-street parking available for 30 minutes to two hours.
On-street parking is charged during the day from 8am-5pm or 8am-8pm (with some variations – check local signs for details), including weekends and bank holidays.
Please click on the link below;
https://www.warwickdc.gov.uk/info/20547/warwick_car_parks
By Coach
Regular services of National Express. Tel: 08705 808080.
By Train
Warwick train station is just 10 minutes walk to the town centre and Castle. Trains are available to Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, London (Marylebone) and intermediate stations. Use Leamington Spa for connections to Banbury, Coventry, Oxford and intermediate stations. Tel 08457 484950. Please note Warwick Parkway Station is situated 1.5 miles from the town centre.
West Midlands Railway offers a frequent and fast service from major cities, including Birmingham, Coventry and Stratford-upon-Avon to Warwick Railway Station. Advance fares available from just £7.30 when travelling from Birmingham to Warwick. Visit www.westmidlandsrailway.co.uk to book tickets.
The table below shows the distances from Warwick.
| Distances to Warwick | |
|---|---|
| Warwick University | 8 miles/ 11 km |
| Kenilworth | 6 miles/ 9 km |
| Royal Leamington Spa | 3 miles/ 4 km |
| Stratford-upon-Avon | 9 miles/ 15 km |
| Coventry | 12 miles/ 19 km |
| Birmingham | 24 miles/ 38 km |
| Birmingham Airport | 18 miles/ 29 km |
| Oxford | 50 miles/ 81 km |
| London | 94 miles/ 152 km |
The Oxford Bus Company operates an express coach service between Oxford, Warwick and Birmingham Airport. For more details and the timetable please click here
Situated in the heart of England, Shakespeare’s England spans South Warwickshire and includes the historic towns of Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon, Kenilworth and the regal splendour of Royal Leamington Spa.It also encompasses the best of rural England with beautiful scenery, ancient woodland and picturesque market towns, criss-crossed with a patchwork of rivers and canals.
Click on the link bleow for the leaflet Shakespeare’s England – Places to visit
Shakespeare’s England – local attractions
Within Shakespeare’s England, Warwick, Kenilworth and Royal Leamington Spa are ideal locations to stay and explore. Make this a break to remember with some of the finest boutique and country house hotels on offer. And if you prefer a more independent experience, choose from our range of self-catering cottages, lodges, caravan parks and boat hire.
Visit a whole host of world famous attractions, including Warwick and Kenilworth castles, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Shakespeare’s England has so much to offer families, couples and those just looking for a leisurely break.
Explore our Region
Some of the hidden treasures of our area include an amazing collection of National Trust properties, stately homes and gardens that are all within reach. Visit Packwood House to see their restored Tudor house, park and garden with notable topiary. Baddesley Clinton is a picturesque medieval moated manor house and garden, whilst Charlecote Park is a superb Tudor house and landscaped deer park.
Stoneleigh Abbey, founded in 1154, is the largest house in Warwickshire and sits in 690 acres of parkland overlooking the River Avon. King Charles I was entertained at Stoneleigh Abbey when the gates of Coventry were closed to him, and Jane Austen was inspired to share the interiors and views of the grounds in her novels.
Following a ten-year restoration period, Compton Verney has been transformed from a Georgian mansion into an art gallery of international standing. The stunning settings provided by the landscaped grounds, designed by Capability Brown, and are perfect for a family picnic.
For more information on our area and holiday ideas visit www.shakespeares-england.co.uk
Kenilworth
Kenilworth is perhaps best known for its castle, which lies in romantic ruins to the west of the town.
Kenilworth Castle, with its restored Elizabethan Gardens is a truly inspirational place, which has been further enhanced with the recent addition of viewing platforms that allow visitors to enjoy stunning views from the castle not seen in over 350 years. A short walk from the castle is the ruin of the Abbey of St Mary, which sits in Abbey Fields. Here you will find 68 acres of open space along with swimming pools, tennis courts, a lake, and numerous nature trails along with an exciting new children’s playground.
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Royal Leamington Spa
Recently voted as the 3rd best place to live in the UK for families. Royal Leamington Spa is the hidden jewel of Warwickshire, the town boasts dramatic Regency architecture, delightful parks and gardens and a unique mix of top quality shopping, with a fantastic range of independents alongside high street brands.
The historic heart of Royal Leamington Spa is Old Town, south of the River Leam. Steeped in history, particularly as the industrial centre during the first half of the twentieth century, this part of the town has since attracted many different restaurants and now provides a wealth of exciting activities such as dance, theatre and live music.
Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum in the Royal Pump Rooms provides opportunities for all ages to learn, enjoy and participate in the creation, interpretation and preservation of our wonderful arts and heritage.
The Parade stretches the length of Royal Leamington Spa town centre and showcases the typical elegant Regency architecture within the town. Regent Street, Warwick Street and Park Street offer a vast range of independent stylish boutiques and nationally recognised brands.
At night, the town comes to life with inspiring performances and live entertainment at an exciting range of venues. At the Royal Spa Centre there is a year-round programme of classical concerts, comedy, serious drama, nationally recognised dance and theatre companies and a variety of live music, catering for all tastes.
Useful Links:
www.royal-leamington-spa.co.uk
www.leamingtonshoppingpark.co.uk
www.warwickdc.gov.uk/wdc/royalpumprooms
www.warwickdc.gov.uk/wdc/royalspacentre
Stratford-upon-Avon
The Stratford-upon-Avon area comprises of rolling countryside, bustling market towns, historic mansions and pretty little villages.
William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564; get a glimpse of what life was like in 16th Century England through the five Shakespeare properties that are preserved in and around the town by the Shakespeare’s Birthplace Trust. World-renowned for their invigorating and innovative productions of Shakespearian plays, the Royal Shakespeare Company performs to visitors from all over the globe.
Visit the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and the Swan Theatre and enjoy the view from the rooftop restaurant. There are plenty of attractions to enjoy, a wide range of festivals, theatre, live music and art galleries. The excellent selection of quality shopping and superb restaurants, combined with first class culture makes Stratford-upon-Avon a must visit destination.
Useful Links:
www.shakespeares-england.co.uk
Or call Shakespeare’s England: 01789 260677