What to do and see in Warwick, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

Charlecote Mill is the last working water mill in Warwickshire and still operates commercially producing stoneground flours. The mill opens to the public on the second Sunday of the month and bank holidays throughout the summer from 11.00Am to 5.00Pm. Occasionally the open days are joined by local bakers and teas and home made cakes are always on offer. This is a very rare example of a fully working mill and well worth the visit.

The Children’s Play Village in Warwick makes for a play date to remember for children bursting with curiosity and an endless supply of playfulness and tonnes of imagination. With soft fantasy realism of a real village your child can jump right into character and lose themselves in a world of pretend play and exploration of many familiar shops and services found in real life. Our 12 role play have been designed with love to set your child's imagination on fire. The Play Village, the play props and costumes are all here to spark play every child’s spirit of adventure, their excitement at the freedom to explore and learn about their community and world, and experiment with what’s familiar and fantasy using their imaginations. We offer 3 play sessions a day for 2.5 hrs that can be pre-booked online via our website. We operate a strict capacity level to ensure families have the space to play and explore with online booking essential to avoid disappointment.

Escape Rooms based within Hatton Country World Suitable for families, adults, groups & team building events Restaurant, bar & cafe located on site Free parking

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

Charlecote Park has been home to the Lucy family since the 12th century. Their stories are told throughout the house by their portraits, the objects they collected from around the world and the design influence they had on the house and parkland. See how Mary Elizabeth Lucy remodeled the house in Victorian times. The gardens include a formal parterre, woodland walk and the wider parkland (inspired by 'Capability' Brown), which offer walks with picturesque views across the River Avon. A herd of fallow deer has been in the park since Tudor times.

State of the art locks were built at Hatton to flight off stiff competition from the roads and railways in the 1930's. When the locks were completed bands played and crowds gathered to watch the Duke of Kent arrive by boat and cut the ribbon. Today Hatton Locks is a lovely peaceful location to watch the colourful narrowboats as they move through the flight and if thats too much excitement why not enjoy a picnic or bite to eat in the cafe.

Since opening my Sweet Emporium at 62, Castle Street, Hinckley three years ago, I have been delighted by the response of customers from all over the world, who love the authentic Edwardian look of the shop and marvel at the fact that they are now able to buy a quarter of the sweets they grew up with . It's just like you remember sweet shops were like when you were growing up!

Self drive narrowboat hire and canal boat holidays on the canals in the Heart of England. Whether you are looking for a fun family holiday or want to take life at a more tranquil pace, you'll find our fleet of narrowboats provide the luxury and convenience usually associated with private craft. We offer short breaks or longer cruises from two different bases in the Warwickshire area. All prices include damage waiver, all fuel and car parking. Nothing more to pay, unless you bring your family pet with you although we do have 2 boats that are completely pet free for any allergy sufferers. We look forward to meeting you!