Warwickshire

Visiting Shakespeare's Stratford-upon-Avon

Bungos Family Play Barn

Waterloo Road, Bidford upon Avon, B50 4JN
Tel: 07795 524790
E-mail: bungosbarn1@btinternet.com
Web: www.bungos-playbarn.co.uk

Bungos Play Barn is a massive play barn for the under 12's. Parties organised using interlocking party rooms which can be opened out into one large room. Health conscious restaurant. On site parking. Situated just outside Stratford-upon-Avon and about 10 miles South of Birmingham.

Henley-in-Arden Heritage & Visitor Centre

Joseph Hardy House, 150 High Street, Henley-in-Arden, B95 5BS
Tel: 01564 795919    Fax: 01564 795919

Henley-in-Arden's earliest recorded house - part 14th century, with revealed crown post. The town's history is recorded here, including a model of the Norman Castle, which once stood on the mount. Details on the ancient Market Cross, Town Criers, and a chronicle of the origins of the famous ice-cream can also be seen. Henley-in-Arden is a unique street town with 12th and 15th century churches and a splendid Guild Hall.

Pooley Fields Heritage Centre

Tel: 01827 897438
E-mail: alanmarkland@warwickshire.gov.uk

Visitor centre with disabled access, cafe area with canal side patio, children's play area, 3 way marked walks. Located on the former Pooley Hall Colliery site, the heritage centre provides an insight into mining history and sustainable energy generation (wind and solar) as well as rainwater re-use and conservation. Education centre and nature/heritage trails acknowledge the legacy of the mining industry which began operating around 1846. The colliery was the first coal mine in the country to install pit head baths and was also the first to generate it's own electricity from surplus steam used to drive the winding gear. Location: Located at the end of Pooley Lane on the edge of Polesworth. Pooley Lane is on the right hand side of the B5000 heading out of Polesworth towards Tamworth.

Stratford Brass Rubbing Centre

The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Summer House, Avonbank Gardens,
Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BA
Tel: 01789 297671    Fax: 0121 7447291

Brass Rubbing charges vary according to the size of the brass. Group visits of 10 or more must be pre-booked and they will qualify for a demonstration on arrival. Please allow approximately 1 hour for groups of up to 30 people. For larger groups please phone the centre as special arrangements need to be made. The Stratford Brass Rubbing Centre is open year-round (weekends only during winter months). There is no admission charge.

Stratford-on-Avon Racecourse

Luddington Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 9SE
Tel: 01789 267949 / 01789 201063    Fax: 01789 415850

Steeple chasing has taken place at Stratford Racecourse since 1755. Nowadays, we have sixteen meetings a year, most of which take place within the summer months. We have a large picnic area, bars and eateries. Entrance prices start from £6, accompanied children under 16 get in free.

Warwick Racecourse Co Limited

Hampton Street, Warwick, CV34 6HN
Tel: 01926 491553    Fax: 01926 403223

You can enjoy excellent days of flat and jump racing throughout the year at Warwick Racecourse. There is always plenty to see and enjoy at this picturesque racecourse. Enjoy a family day out that will not break the bank.

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Hatton Locks and Café

Canal Lane, Hatton, Warwick, CV35 7JL
Tel: 01926 409432    Fax: 01926 409432

Visit the flight of 21 locks at Hatton on the Grand Union Canal near Warwick. A great place for a picnic or afternoon walk. Stop off at the canalside café for light refreshments, gifts and information about the local canals. Contact us for information on café opening times and details of leisurely circular walks in the area. Parking on site.

Stratford Town Walk & Stratford Town Ghost Walk

Tel: 01789 292478 or 07855 760377
Web: www.stratfordtownwalk.co.uk

Make the most of your visit to Shakespeare's Stratford and save money with your ticket. Daily walks for individuals and groups by a team of professional local guides with many years guiding experience. Explore Stratford, it's history, attractions and fascinating relationship with William Shakespeare. Discover the family town houses, the Royal Shakespeare Theatres, Holy Trinity Church and much more.

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Twycross Zoo Park Ltd

Burton Road, Norton Juxta, Twycross, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 3PX
Tel: 01827 880250

Twycross Zoo opened in 1963 on a site in Leicestershire. Initially a comparatively modest collection, it has grown into one of the major British zoos, attracting 400,000 visitors a year. It is famous for its collection of primates.

Umberslade Farm

Leasowes, Tanworth-in-Arden, Solihull, B94 5AE
Tel: 01564 742251    Fax: 01564 742209

Family-run working farm with delightful children's farm in authentic surroundings. Children of all ages will love the positive hands-on experience as they discover the joys of bottle-feeding baby lambs or kids, cuddling the rabbits and chicks, and watching the goats being milked every afternoon. Children can "let off steam" in the adventure play areas, and tractor and trailer wagon rides and pony rides are available everyday (small extra charge). Great venue for guided birthday parties (party food available or bring your own). Schools are particularly well-catered for with graded activity packs and guided tours to suit different age groups.