Warwick Castle, London
Warwick Castle is over a thousand years old and has been well maintained with magnificent towers and ramparts. The splendid grounds are an ideal venue for a picnic. There are many attractions at Warwick Castle from dungeons to the Great Hall, State Rooms and the Royal Weekend Party of 1898. Visitors can climb some of the towers and visit the well laid out exhibitions, many have wax figures. Kingmaker’s Feasts can be arranged for corporate and groups. Many forms of medieval entertainment are staged at the castle throughout the year.First built as a fortress, Warwick Castle’s towers were used to look out for approaching enemies. It stayed in the Earl of Warwick’s hands until 1604 when the Greville family took it over. Then in 1978 Madame Tussaud’s bought it, Warwick Castle now offers visitors over 1000 years of English history. Exploring Warwick Castle’s towers, dungeons and state rooms you get a real feel for that history. There are also a number of exhibitions that feature waxworks, making this a great day out for children as well.
Situated in the town of Warwick and overlooking the River Avon, Warwick Castle is a popular tourist spot that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. There is a working scale model of a trebuchet that can be fired under professional supervision, by members of the public. Other attractions include a bird show, an archery display and various exhibitions detailing life in medieval Britain.
History
With a history that dates back over 1,000 years, Warwick Castle will take you back in time to a world of banquets, battles and royal splendor. Visit the waxwork displays of Madame Tussauds, to see and hear the Earl of Warwick’s preparations for battle and take a look at the ghostly dungeons where prisoners were tortured.
Bursting to the towers with action and adventure including the world’s biggest siege machine, thrilling jousting tournaments, breathtaking birds of prey, daredevil knights, an entire castle-ful of colourful characters plus a NEW fully interactive and immersive attraction - “Dream of Battle”, Warwick Castle guarantees a mighty day of mediaeval fun in 2008.
On arrival you will be escorted to the very heart of the castle, the Great Hall. You don’t just visit Britain’s Greatest Mediaeval Experience, you live it! On the banks of the River Avon, bursting with tales of treachery and torture, passion and power and above all fascinating people, times and events, Warwick Castle is so much more than simply a castle. Amongst the imposing towers and ramparts, experience preparations for battle, feel the weight of a sword, get a soldier’s eye view from beneath a battle helmet, see lavishly decorated State Rooms and watch the preparations for a Victorian party.
Directions
By Road: The Castle is well signposted, and less than two miles from junction 15 of the M40. Please note that long term roadworks on junction 15 of the M40 are taking place - please allow extra time for your journey.
By Rail: Warwick Station is approximately one mile from the Castle. A direct service into London Marylebone (1 hour 45 minutes) or Birmingham Snow Hill is available.
By Air: Birmingham International Airport is only a 40 minute drive.
