Location: Warwick
Top Things to do in Warwick
5 Museums in Warwick That You Shouldn't Miss
Warwick (/ˈwɒrɪk/) is the county town of Warwickshire, England. It lies on the River Avon, 11 miles (18 km) south of Coventry and just west of Leamington Spa and Whitnash, with which it is contiguous. At the 2011 Census, the population was 31,345.
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1. Lord Leycester Hospital
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4.5 based on 577 reviews
The Hospital is a historic group of medieval timber-framed buildings dating mainly from the late 14th Century. Of historic significance, they represent one of the finest examples in Britain of medieval courtyard architecture. Clustered around the Norman gateway into the town, the 12th century chapel sits above it. For nearly 200 years this site was home to Warwick’s medieval Guilds. In the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, under the patronage of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, the buildings became a place of retirement for old warriors. These soldiers are known to this day as the Brethren and with the Master, still live within the walls of the building. They are a living legacy of 450 years. Each morning they meet and pray together the words their founder Robert Dudley set down. You can often see the Brethren in ceremonial uniform as they give tours through the buildings and gardens. These extraordinary medieval buildings are open to visitors and can also be hired for private events.
Reviewed By PatG338 - Warwick, United Kingdom
Well worth a visit, ancient and interesting, lots to learn about the people who live there and keep it running, unusual wedding venue too
2. St. John's House
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4.5 based on 124 reviews
St Johns House, a Jacobean Mansion located in Warwick, has a history spanning almost 900 years. Currently used for The land on which the current building now stands was originally used as a hospital in the 12th century. The current house has been used as a private residence, a school and administrative offices of the War Department in the early 20th century. Latterly the building was bought by Warwickshire County Council and turned into a Museum, which was opened to the public in 1960. Since 2017 the House is not be for public visits, but by pre-arranged schools and groups only. On the first floor of the house is The Royal Warwickshire Regiment of Fusiliers Museum, visit their website for opening hour details
Reviewed By 986mickb - Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
Great place to go and look around RRF museums up stairs and very help guide who knows all about the regiment of Warwickshire. Down stair lot of stuff which bring mg back memories of warwick and schools days and the gardens look beautiful
3. Warwickshire Yeomanry Museum
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4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By paulrL7933KJ - Epping, United Kingdom
We were made most welcome by the very knowledgeable volunteers who had a mirriard of facts and figures at their fingertips. They told stories that came alive and made you understand what it must have been like to be in service back in the day. We could only afford one hour for this visit, but we will return for further entertainment and education.
4. The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Museum (Royal Warwickshire)
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4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By MrChrisGill - Richmond, United Kingdom
Having came to Warwick, and being ex-military I was keen to visit the museum. We were greeted at the door by the curator who on discovering I was ex forces informed me my entrance was free, not that I would have minded the small entrance fee. The museum covers the 6th Warwicks rise and eventual amalgamation into the RRF. It even shows a lot of the connection between the regiment and the late Field Marshal Montgomery. It's not the largest of museums but it is an important part of the town's heritage, the country military heritage and the militarys heritage. Well worth a visit if you have an hour to spare.
5. Warwickshire Museum (Market Hall Museum)
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4.0 based on 161 reviews
The Museum, celebrates the stories of Warwickshire and its people and has been refurbished thanks to a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund and with the support of heritage, natural history and community groups from across the county. Explore our galleries, discover treasures from Warwickshire’s collections and archives, and enjoy a tour of this historic, landmark building reimagined for our next generation of visitors. New accessible technology has been integrated into the museum and a themed approach that focuses on ‘Made Here, Getting Here and Living Here’ has been adopted. The refurbished gallery reflects the life and times of Warwickshire from ancient times to the present day. New for Spring 2021 - Healey Cars for Speed and Glamour exhibition
Reviewed By Q1690PDjaneb - Hatfield, United Kingdom
Very informative and set out well has a nice cafe. Tells all about Warwick through timeline great exhibition
