MuseumsWarwickshire

The Heritage Motor Centre is home to the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, which maintains the largest collection in the world of classic, vintage and veteran British cars. These range from one of the earliest motor cars, an 1896 Wolseley to the latest Aston Martin and include…

Whatever the weather stroll through the wonderful world of an exotic rainforest: a lush landscape of tropical blossom surrounding splashing waterfalls and fish‐filled pools. Enjoy the unique pleasure of watching hundreds of the world's most spectacular and colourful butterflies flying all around you in our tropical…

Museum devoted to the history of the Warwickshire Yeomanry from 1794 to 1954. The collection includes uniforms, weapons and memorabilia relating to the Regiment and includes an important regimental picture by Lady Butler. The regimental archive and library is held on site and may be viewed by appointment.…

William Gilbert 1799‐1877 who was one of the boot and shoe makers to Rugby School, had a small shop in the high street but when William died, his nephew James succeeded him. James Gilbert 1831‐1906 was much loved by the past and present Rugbians of his time. The…

Possibly the most famous and most visited literary landmark in Britain. This is the house where it is thought that Shakespeare was born and spent his formative years. The house is approached via the Visitors' Centre which holds a comprehensive exhibition about Shakespeare's life. The Birthplace is then…

Situated near the small village of Twycross, the zoo occupies over 40 acres and is set in open countryside. Despite its rural location, it is only four miles from the M42/A42 (which links the M1 and M6) making it readily accessible from anywhere in central England. …

Britain's greatest Mediaeval experience at Warwick Castle. castle was created as a fortification in AD 914, to protect the small hilltop settlement from Danish invaders who posed a threat to the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Mercia. You are able to explore the Castle with towers, dungeons and state…