northern warwickshire tourism guide

2 VISIT NORTHERN WARWICKSHIRE

Welcome ..............................................3

NWTA members

Accommodation .....................................14Food and drink.......................................18Attractions..............................................20Shopping ...............................................25Specialist services .................................26

ToWN mAps

Atherstone ............................................4-5Bedworth ..............................................6-7Coleshill ................................................8-9Nuneaton ..........................................10-11Polesworth ........................................12-13

WATliNg sTreeT Tourism corridor .........................30

NorTh WArWickshire mAp ANd surrouNdiNg AreA .......31

useful liNks ....................................34

Baxterley Church

Welcome to Northern WarwickshireWhether you are here for business or pleasure, we hope that this leaflet along with our web site, will help you capture the essence of this charming area: its history, culture, landscape and nature.Located in the countryside of middle England, this area offers much to see and do. For special events and news, see our website:www.visitnorthernwarwickshire.com

As well as our many members, we also boast three championship golf courses and world famous attractions in Twycross Zoo and Drayton Manor Family Theme Park. We are only a short drive (or train ride) away from Coventry, Leicester, Solihull and Birmingham’s famous City Centre and attractions, the National Indoor Arena and the National Exhibition Centre.

We hope you enjoy your visit – do come and see us again soon.

Northern Warwickshire’s countryside – “a breath of fresh air”

Pooley Hall

Contents

4 VISIT NORTHERN WARWICKSHIRE VISIT NORTHERN WARWICKSHIRE 5

The small market town of Atherstone sits

on the old Roman Watling Street (A5) which generally forms the upper boundary of North Warwickshire.Hatting was the

traditional industry

for the town but this finished some time ago being replaced by small industrial estates and distribution centres. The town has

a historic centre based around St. Mary’s Church and the Market Square.

A5

Atherstone Golf Club

B4116

Windmill Rd

Station St

A5

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B4116

B4116Bank Rd

St Marys R

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Holte Rd

Long St

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Ratcli�e Rd

Ratcli�e Rd

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Croft Rd

Croft Rd

Florence Cl

Friary Rd

Lister RdTudor Cr

Georges Rd

Georges Rd

Mythe View

Nighting. Cl

York Av

York A

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Carlyon Rd

Carlyon Rd

Fourways

Riversdale Rd

Carlyon Rd

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ATHERSTONELEISURE CENTRE

TOURISTINFORMATION

PARKING

Tourism is an increasing feature, with Atherstone being a popular stopping point on the Coventry Canal. The town still plays an annual Shrove Tuesday football game, a tradition which has survived for 800 years.

AtherstoneAshby Canal

Coventry Canal

A444

A444

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A5

A45

M6

M6

M42

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M42

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B4102

A444

B411

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A446

A452

M69

A46

A447

A447

COVENTRY

BIRMINGHAM

SOLIHULL

NUNEATON

BEDWORTH

TAMWORTH

Atherstone

Polesworth

Coleshill

MarketBosworth

Astley

Hurley

WhitacreHeath

Fillongley

SheepyMagna

Twycross

New Arley

Old Arley

Dordon

Grendon

Hartshill

Kingsbury

Shustoke

Stonebridge

Corley Moor

BULKINGTON

BirminghamInternational

Baxterley

Middleton

HINCKLEY

LittlePackington

Oxford Canal

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Miners Welfare Park

Coventry R

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Mill St

Newtown Road

Rye Piece Ringway

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King St

Chapel St

Hurst Rd

Park RdChurch W

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Church Way

Congreve Walk

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Tower Rd

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Coventry R

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George St Ringway

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Linden Lea Johnson Road

Alexander Rd

Evans Close

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Teweksbury Dr

Chapel St

The Grove

Chamberlaine St

Leicester St

Queen St

Queen St

Coalpit Field s Road

All Saints Square King St

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THE ALMSHOUSES ANDPARSONAGE HERITAGE CENTRE

CIVIC HALL,BEDWORTH

MARKET PARKING

Although Bedworth has its civic links

with Nuneaton it is a town with its own friendly identity.Whilst still thought

of as an ex-coal mining area it formed an important part of the 19th century silk ribbon weaving industry of Coventry and North

Warwickshire.Top class

entertainment for the whole of North Warwickshire is provided by The Civic Hall in High Street.In the centre of the

town is Bedworth’s hidden gem, the picturesque Nicholas Chamberlaine Almshouses which were built in 1840.

BedworthAshby Canal

Coventry Canal

A444

A444

A5

A5

A45

M6

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M42

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M42

M6

M6Toll

B4116

B4098

B4102

A444

B411

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B585B5000

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A446

A452

M69

A46

A447

A447

COVENTRY

BIRMINGHAM

SOLIHULL

NUNEATON

BEDWORTH

TAMWORTH

Atherstone

Polesworth

Coleshill

MarketBosworth

Astley

Hurley

WhitacreHeath

Fillongley

SheepyMagna

Twycross

New Arley

Old Arley

Dordon

Grendon

Hartshill

Kingsbury

Shustoke

Stonebridge

Corley Moor

BULKINGTON


Baxterley

Middleton

HINCKLEY

LittlePackington

Oxford Canal


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B4114

A446

Blythe Road

Park�eld Rd

M42

A44

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B4114

B4117B4117

B4117

Blythe Road

Blythe Road

High St

High St

Coventry Road

Park�eld Rd

High Brink Rd

Old Mill Rd

Maxstoke Lane

Rave. Hill

Colemeadow Rd

Col. Rd

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Bramble Cl

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Clinton RdWilmot Av

Wall Av

Huds. Av

Montfort RdW

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Green Lane

Walker Way

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Park Av

Church Hill

Church Hill

Wing�eld Road

Coleshill ParkwayRailway Station

COLESHILLLEISURE CENTRE

PARKING

Coleshill

Ashby Canal

Coventry Canal

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A444

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A5

A45

M6

M6

M42

M42

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B411

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A446

A452

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A447

A447

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BIRMINGHAM

SOLIHULL

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BEDWORTH

TAMWORTH

Atherstone

Polesworth

Coleshill

MarketBosworth

Astley

Hurley

WhitacreHeath

Fillongley

SheepyMagna

Twycross

New Arley

Old Arley

Dordon

Grendon

Hartshill

Kingsbury

Shustoke

Stonebridge

Corley Moor

BULKINGTON


Baxterley

Middleton

HINCKLEY

LittlePackington

Oxford Canal


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Coleshill is the main town in the western part

of North Warwickshire lying close to the outer edge of Birmingham. An ancient coaching

town surrounded by countryside, it retains its original character in a steep main street with many interesting

and exclusive shops and features. The historic

coaching inns are now supplemented by restaurants, coffee shops and hotels, providing a wide variety of food, drink and places of accommodation.


Newtown Road

Roanne Ringway

Wheat St

Chapel St

Glebe Rd

King Edward Rd

Trent Road

Mill Walk

Church St

Mill St

Vicarage StNewdegate St

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Abbey St

Pow

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A444

A444

A444

A444

B4102

Riversley Park

Queen’s Rd

Dugdale St

Church StCoton Rd

Riversley Rd

Edward St

Edward St

Norman Av

Bracebridge St

Bracebridge St

The Parade

Dugdale St

Graham

StBath Rd

Central Av

Bond

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B4114RAIL LINK


ABBEYGATESHOPPINGCENTRE

MUSEUM

PARKING

POLICESTATION

NuneatonAshby Canal

Coventry Canal

A444

A444

A5

A5

A45

M6

M6

M42

M42

M42

M6

M6Toll

B4116

B4098

B4102

A444

B411

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B585B5000

A5

A446

A452

M69

A46

A447

A447

COVENTRY

BIRMINGHAM

SOLIHULL

NUNEATON

BEDWORTH

TAMWORTH

Atherstone

Polesworth

Coleshill

MarketBosworth

Astley

Hurley

WhitacreHeath

Fillongley

SheepyMagna

Twycross

New Arley

Old Arley

Dordon

Grendon

Hartshill

Kingsbury

Shustoke

Stonebridge

Corley Moor

BULKINGTON


Baxterley

Middleton

HINCKLEY

LittlePackington

Oxford Canal


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Nuneaton is the largest town in North

Warwickshire and is famous for its associations with the 19th century author George Eliot who was born at South Farm on the Arbury Estate just outside Nuneaton in 1819. She lived in the town for much of her early life and based

some of her acclaimed novels around the area. Another much loved son of Nuneaton was the late comedian Larry Grayson – ‘Shut that door’. The lively town

centre is now noted for its award winning shops and traditional street market with over 180 regular stalls.


M42

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High St

High St

High St

Elizabeth Avenue

Nethersole St

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Cor. Av

Tamworth Road

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The Gullet

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ABBEYCHURCH

POOLEYHALL

PolesworthAshby Canal

Coventry Canal

A444

A444

A5

A5

A45

M6

M6

M42

M42

M42

M6

M6Toll

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B4098

B4102

A444

B411

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A5

A446

A452

M69

A46

A447

A447

COVENTRY

BIRMINGHAM

SOLIHULL

NUNEATON

BEDWORTH

TAMWORTH

Atherstone

Polesworth

Coleshill

MarketBosworth

Astley

Hurley

WhitacreHeath

Fillongley

SheepyMagna

Twycross

New Arley

Old Arley

Dordon

Grendon

Hartshill

Kingsbury

Shustoke

Stonebridge

Corley Moor

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Baxterley

Middleton

HINCKLEY

LittlePackington

Oxford Canal


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The large village of Polesworth is located on

the River Anker at the north west tip of Warwickshire and adjacent to the border with Staffordshire, being only four miles from Tamworth.When the Coventry

Canal was built through Polesworth in the 1770s, the

village developed a coal mining and clay industry but these have disappeared since the Second World War. A former opencast coal mine is now an attractive public park and heritage centre. Polesworth is also

rightly noted for its ancient Abbey Church and gatehouse.


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The old houseThe Old House is a family run, 4 star, silver award guest house situated on the edge of the charming village of Witherley. It offers en suite accommodation, freshly cooked breakfasts and a very warm welcome.

c: kevin and melanie moran T: 01827 715 634e: enquires@theoldhousebandb.co.ukwww.theoldhousebandb.co.ukWITHERLEy, ATHERSTONE

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le10 3huskeTchley grANge hoTel ANd spA

Sketchley Grange Hotel and Spa is an elegant Country House Hotel where you can enjoy high quality four star accommodation in a relaxed, rural setting in the Heart of England.c: caroline farmer T: 01455 251133e: [email protected], HINCKLEy

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cV7 8bAsykes bArNsSituated in rural North Warwickshire and just 10 minutes from the NEC, Heart of England Conference Centre and the Ricoh Arena. There are five two bedroomed self-catering converted barn apartments.c: lilian sykes T: 01827 722644e: [email protected], NR. COVENTRy

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cV9 3Qhupper recTory fArm coTTAges

Multi-award winning, beautifully restored barns on the outskirts of the village of Appleby Magna. Designer fabrics and furnishings used throughout have created a luxurious yet homely atmosphere.c: Jean corbett T: 01827 880448e: info@upperrectoryfarmcottages.co.ukwww.upperrectoryfarmcottages.co.ukNORTON-JuxTA-TWyCROSS, ATHERSTONE

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leAThermill grANge couNTry guesT house

Leathermill Grange Country Guest House is a beautifully refurbished 19th century Victorian farmhouse in five acres of grounds with landscaped gardens. An ideal base for touring and business.

c: david and penelope codd T: 01827 714 637e: leathermillgrange@googlemail.comwww.leathermillgrange.co.ukCALDECOTE, NuNEATON

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cV9 2hrhipsley fArm coTTAges

Seven beautifully converted self-catering cottages/apartments located deep in the heart of the beautiful Warwickshire countryside sleeping 1-6 persons.

c: Ann prosser T: 01827 872 437e: [email protected], ATHERSTONE

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cV7 9lhbArNAcle hAll bed ANd breAkfAsT

An award winning, five star, farmhouse bed and breakfast. Ideally located for visiting Coventry, mid and north Warwickshire, the NEC, Stoneleigh Park, Warwick Castle, Coombe Abbey and more.c: rose grindal T: 024 7661 2629e: [email protected], COVENTRy

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b76 9drThe old school house hoTel

The Old School House Guest Accommo-dation is a former Victorian School House which has been converted with warmth and character into a welcoming place to rest and relax in the heart of the Midlands.c: Vicki Wright T: 01675 470177e: info@oldschoolhousehotel.co.ukwww.oldschoolhousehotel.co.ukCuRDWORTH, SuTTON COLDFIELD


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merrimolesA welcoming family run bed and breakfast, Merrimoles is situated in the delightful village of Shustoke in North Warwickshire. It is just over two miles from Coleshill and centrally located for the major motorways.c: stella bolt T: 01675 481158e: [email protected], COLESHILL

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Situated near Nuneaton, Warwickshire (7 mins) and Hinckley, Leicestershire (10 mins) in the village of Higham on the Hill in rural Midlands countryside on the Leicestershire and Warwickshire borders.c: Terry and ethel preston T: 01455 212236e: valefarm@googlemail.comwww.valefarm-bed-and-breakfast.co.ukHIGHAM ON THE HILL, NuNEATON

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home from home AccommodATioN serVices

Providing longer term bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation in private houses, granny flats and cottages for those relocating or on contract work and for overseas trainees.c: susan moore T: 0845 2604434 // 01676 541896e: [email protected] OLD GRANARy, FILLONGLEy

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b76 9QbAsh house

A beautiful 1930s former rectory in tranquil surroundings and within easy walking distance of The Belfry Golf & Leisure Hotel. It has been awarded a 4 Diamond Award from the English Tourism Council.c: kathy davies T: 01675 475782e: [email protected], SuTTON COLDFIELD

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AThersToNe red lioN hoTelStay 1 night Monday to Thursday and receive a room for 2 for FREE on any Friday, Saturday or Sunday night when 2 people dine in The Queens Restaurant and order 3 courses each.c: Anthony palmer T: 01827 713156e: [email protected] STREET, ATHERSTONE

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eXcelleNce AfloAT AT VAlley cruises lTd

A small family operated narrowboat hire firm offering the highest standards of service and accommodation. Since its establishment in 1986 it has set the standards for other narrow boat firms to follow.c: elaine stevens T: 024 7639 3333e: [email protected] ROAD, NuNEATON

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AshToN lodge couNTry hoTel & resTAurANT

Enjoying extensive views over the surrounding countryside, visitors and guests can enjoy an informal and relaxing atmosphere whilst being offered a friendly and professional service.c: proprietor T: 01788 832278e: enquiries@ashtonlodgehotel.co.ukwww.ashtonlodgehotel.co.ukSTRETTON-uNDER-FOSSE, NR COVENTRy

AccommodATioNsee Also for AccommodATioN:greNdoN eQuesTriAN ceNTre

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The horse ANd Jockey(iN food ANd driNk)


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The horse ANd JockeyOffering an extensive beer garden where customers can enjoy a pint of Real Ale and boasting a beautiful 18th century barn conversion restaurant with original beams and exposed brickwork.c: Julie Woods T: 01827 715236e: enquires@horseandjockeybentley.co.ukwww.horseandjockeybentley.co.ukCOLESHILL ROAD, BENTLEy, ATHERSTONE

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church eNd breWeryConsistently recognised for its excellent range of beers, with many awards from all of the local CAMRA branches, and from regions as far apart as Woking, Catford, Cornwall and Bradford.c: katie elliott T: 01827 713080e: [email protected] LANE, ATHERSTONE

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cV11 5drAgrA pAlAceAn award winning restaurant close to the centre of Nuneaton, decorated to a high standard throughout with clearly defined dining sections with leather seating and a window view.c: mr Jamal ullah T: 024 7635 0515e: [email protected] GREEN, NuNEATON

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The griff house beefeATer ANd NuNeAToN premier TrAVel iNN

The Griff House Beefeater and Premier Inn was the home of the Victorian author, George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans), where she lived for 22 years.

c: sue & mike Wastell T: 024 7634 3584e: griffhouse.nuneaton@whitbread.comwww.premiertravelinn.comCOVENTRy ROAD, NuNEATON

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cV9 2lerose iNN, bAXTerley

A traditional country pub in North Warwickshire. Good Beer Guide listed traditional country inn serving the finest ‘Cask Marque’ ales.

c: Tim reilly T: 01827 713939e: [email protected] ROAD, BAxTERLEy, ATHERSTONE

see Also for food ANd driNk:ciVic hAll iN bedWorTh

(iN ATTrAcTioNs)

hoAr pArk shoppiNg ANd leisure VillAge(iN ATTrAcTioNs)

AThersToNe red lioN hoTel(iN AccommodATioN)

AshToN lodge couNTry hoTel & resTAurANT(iN AccommodATioN)

VisiT The WebsiTe:www.visitnorthernwarwickshire.com


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WArWickshire couNTy couNcil couNTry pArksNorth Warwickshire’s country parks, so easy to reach, so much to do. The three parks are: Kingsbury Water Park, Pooley Country Park and Hartshill Hayes Country Park.c: paula cheesman T: 01827 872660e: [email protected]/parksBODyMOOR HEATH, SuTTON COLDFIELD

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WhiTemoors ANTiQue ceNTre ANd couNTry TeA rooms

Browse galleries brimming with antiques and bric-a-brac of the last two centuries and dine in the relaxed ambience of the licensed tearooms, also serving in the private gardens during summer months.c: steve Wegerif T: 01455 212981e: [email protected] LANE, SHENTON

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de12 7Ahsir JohN moore fouNdATioN

This magnificent Grade 1 listed building houses a school, Heritage Centre, hosts theatre music and comedy events and offers excellent facilities for private parties and weddings.

c: Angela standen T: 01530 273629e: [email protected] STREET, APPLEBy MAGNA

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cV13 0AdbosWorTh bATTlefield

Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre and Country Park is a unique day out for all the family. Re-live this famous turning point in British history – the death of a King and the birth of the Tudor dynasty.c: lydia Wilson T: 01455 290429e: [email protected] CHENEy, NR NuNEATON

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middleToN hAll TrusTThere is much to appreciate at and about Middleton Hall. It was never a palace but it shows evidence of several phases of English domestic architecture from the late 13th to the early 19th century.c: geoff Noon T: 01827 283095e: [email protected], TAMWORTH

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cV12 8NfciVic hAll iN bedWorTh

The Civic Hall is a first class and award winning multi-purpose entertainment centre providing facilities for a wide range of activities. It boasts a Gallery, Meeting Rooms, Bistro, Coffee Bar and a Small Hall in addition to its 763 seat hall.

c: Tim Norton T: 024 7637 6705e: [email protected]://www.civichallinbedworth.co.ukHIGH STREET, BEDWORTH

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b76 0eebroomey crofT childreN’s fArm

This award winning farm attraction makes a great day out for all the family. There are plenty of friendly animals to feed as well as indoor and outdoor play areas.

c: philip & Trevor kirby T: 01827 873844e: [email protected] HEATH, KINGSBuRy

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The railway is operated in Kingsbury Water Park by a group of 7¼” gauge railway enthusiasts. When completed, the rail network within the park will be one of the largest and most scenic in the Midlands.c: Jeff stevens T: 07771 611768e: [email protected] WATER PARK, BODyMOOR HEATH


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polesWorTh AbbeyStanding on the north bank of the River Anker in the middle of Polesworth, the Twelth Century Abbey was considerably changed at the Dissolution and in the mid-nineteenth century.c: father phillip T: 01827 892340e: [email protected]/HIGH STREET, POLESWORTH

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The Chilvers Coton Heritage Centre is a Grade ll listed building that started life as a Free School and was founded in 1735. It features a Victorian schoolroom and displays of local industrial, social and military history.

c: beryl kerby T: 024 7632 5822e: cotonheritagecentre@talktalk.netwww.nuneatonheritagecentre.org.ukAVENuE ROAD, NuNEATON

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Established for more than 27 years, this is an enjoyable and educational hands on experience for children of all ages. Open to the general public and specializing in guided tours for school parties and play groups.c: robert & Joan rawlings T: 0121 329 3240e: [email protected], TAMWORTH

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Plantasia offers a fun packed day out for all the family. It has everything from a tree top walk to six themed mazes along with an indoor interactive area, a deer park and 25 acres of country walks.c: debbie randle T: 01827 713438e: [email protected], ATHERSTONE

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bedWorTh ArTs ceNTreBedworth Arts Centre is located in the town centre as part of The Civic Hall Complex. With its own drama group it provides accommodation and services for arts based activities for Bedworth and surrounding area.

c: richard coad T: 024 7664 3255e: [email protected] STREET, BEDWORTH

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NuNeAToN ANd bedWorTh ToWN ceNTres pArTNership

Nuneaton and Bedworth Town Manage-ment Partnerships are organisations dedicated to improving the vitality and viability of the Town Centres.

c: Alan ottey T: 024 7637 6597e: alan.ottey@nuneatonandbedworth.gov.ukwww.nbtowncentres.co.ukCOTON ROAD, NuNEATON

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cV10 7pTArbury hAllThis beautiful Elizabethan house, was built on the site of a 12th century Augustan Priory. Transformed in the 18th century, it is now the finest example of Gothic Revival architecture in the country.c: brenda Newell T: 024 7638 2804e: [email protected], NuNEATON

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cV10 7QdsT. mAry The VirgiN, AsTley church

This church was once the size of a cathe-dral. Worshippers were guided by a flame lit in the tower, through the depths of the Forest of Arden to this clearing, where religious scholars gathered for study.

c: Jeanette sutton T: 024 7638 3010www.astleyparish.org.ukASTLEy, NR NuNEATON


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AsTley book fArmSituated on the Arbury Estate, the birth place of the Victorian novelist George Eliot, stocking a range of her novels and related literature. Approximately 45,000 books covering all subjects and interests.c: sarah exley and Vivienne mills T: 024 7649 0235e: [email protected] LANE, BEDWORTH

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hoAr pArk shoppiNg ANd leisure VillAge

Set in the beautiful North Warwickshire countryside, after spending time shopping you can take a break in the licensed restaurant providing fantastic food and amazing views of the countryside.c: John lea and stella White T: 024 7639 4433e: [email protected], NuNEATON

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Selling an extensive range of gifts, plus an in-store aquatics centre, fantastic restaurant and a recently added new extended pet centre.

c: gerald ingram T: 01827 251511e: [email protected] ROAD, FREASLEy, TAMWORTH

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Throckmorton’s is a general second-hand bookshop in Atherstone with a stock of about 15,000 books on a variety of subjects.

c: peter playdon T: 01827 717570e: info@throckmortonsbookshop.comwww.throckmortonsbookshop.comMARKET PLACE, ATHERSTONE

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Part of the magnificent Nicholas Chamber-laine Almshouses built in 1840. The Parson-age features changing exhibitions about Bedworth’s heritage and history. Free. Gift Shop 10.30-1.00 Tues-Fri, 10.30-3.30 Sat.

c: lynda burton T: 024 7661 9126e: [email protected] SAINTS SQuARE, BEDWORTH

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museum ANd ArT gAllery, NuNeAToN

The Museum and Art Gallery is set in the beautiful surroundings of Riversley Park and can be found in the centre of Nuneaton.C: Catherine Nisbet, Senior Museum OfficerT: 024 7635 0720e: [email protected]/museum

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cV9 3pXTWycross ZooCome and see wild animals from across the world at Twycross Zoo, the centre for conservation, education and family fun. Coming Easter 2010 is the New Visitor Welcome Centre “Himalaya”. c: kim riley T: 01827 880 250e: [email protected] ROAD, ATHERSTONE

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old meeTiNg uNiTed reform churchBuilt in 1726, this traditional grade ll listed non-conformist chapel is Bedworth’s old-est building. Fine stained glass in the arts and crafts style and interesting historical documents. Visitors always welcome (by appointment).c: lynda burton T: 024 7661 9126e: [email protected]

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liViNg legeNds – The porTly piXieThe Portly Pixie offers a live entertainment experience through its “Living Legends” team of performers, catering for all types of groups. If an event has a medieval flavour to it this is the team for you.c: roger price and helen holdforth T: 077-8576-7408 e: [email protected]

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The George Eliot Fellowship exists to honour George Eliot and to promote interest in her life and works. It is a forum for those who admire her writing, and for those who wish to learn more.c: John burton T: 024 7661 9126e: [email protected] ROAD, BARNACLE


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Brookfield signs can make sure you have high quality signage with great graphics to let every passer by know who you are. For shop signs, fascias, magnetic signs, exhi-bition signs, A-frames and pull up signs.c: Jamie hunt T: 01455 234 123E: [email protected] ROAD, HINCKLEy

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4 midlANd red coAchesWHEELS is a specialist company operat-ing a range of vintage and specialist, traditional style buses and coaches to suit most occasions. Covering all Midlands areas.c: Ashley Wakelin T: 024 7663 3624e: [email protected]/coachNORTH WARWICKSHIRE

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uk heriTAge dAysThe single tourist or very small group, is offered the chance to escape the crowds and experience the “Real Britain” and see our lesser known, but equally attractive places. Day trips are customised to you.c: gary crump T: 01827 714889e: [email protected] ENSOR, ATHERSTONE


cV11 4drNuNeAToN Tourism iNformATioN

The Tourism Information Centre is situ-ated in Nuneaton Library which is in the town Centre.

c: david reed T: 024 7638 4027e: [email protected]/LibrariesCHuRCH STREET, NuNEATON


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Bernard Visgandis, or Bernie as everyone knows him. An all round children’s entertainer, adult entertainer, highly recommended for the ease in adapting to his audience.c: bernard Visgandis T: 024 7638 6278e: [email protected] DRIVE , NuNEATON


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Grendon Equestrian offers Bed and Breakfast for you and your horse with an approved B.H.S livery yard. All rooms are en suite and have wonderful Warwickshire countryside views.c: Victoria Thirlby T: 01827 713204e: [email protected], ATHERSTONE

great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things

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polesWorTh socieTyThe Polesworth Civic Society plays an important role as a community watchdog, guarding against unsympathetic changes to its Conservation Areas and historic buildings which could destroy the appeal of the old village.c: sue collins (chair) Tony mousley (Tres) mar-garet prior (sec) T: 01827 892631e: [email protected]

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The frieNds of AThersToNe heriTAge

The Friends of Atherstone Heritage are a charity to promote, demonstrate and celebrate the art and history of Atherstone and the surrounding Villages.

c: lorna dirveiks T: 01827 713191e: [email protected]. friendsofatherstone.org.ukCROFT ROAD, ATHERSTONE

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InteriorsNew-Wrought Iron Designs, New Giftware Shop, Antiques, Soft Furnishings, Oak & Pine Furniture, Wedding Floristry

Interests Miniatures, New Art Gallery, Saddlery, Pet Accessories & Giftware

Fun Children’s Farm & Parties, Pets Corner, Arty Pottery Parties

Open all year (inc Bank Holidays) Tuesday to Sunday 10am-5pmTel: 024 7639 4433 www.hoar-park.co.uk

B4114 Nr Ansley, Nuneaton, Warwickshire CV10 0QU

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mill Lane, shenton, nr. market Bosworth CV13 6BZtel: Centre (01455) 212250 tearooms (01455) [email protected]

Close to the edge of Bosworth Battlefield, and located in the conservation village of Shenton – browse through thousands of antiques and objects d’art all for sale within several converted listed buildings. Relax in our large, traditional licensed tearooms serving light hot and cold meals all prepared and freshly cooked on the premises, as well as yummy home-made cakes and puddings. 2 car parks, no charges for parking or entrance.2 acres of gardens. Disabled Toilet. Groups welcome by advance booking. Open daily 11.00am.

To advertise in future editions of this booklet or online at www.visitnorthernwarwickshire.complease contact Vince Taylor by email at:[email protected]

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Hinckley & BosworthWe are fortunate to have a diverse range of attractions includingmotor racing, an historic railway, canals, water parks andreservoirs. We have a zoo, a tropical bird garden, country parksand a Common. The home of Triumph motorcycles, Ultima sportscars and the original Hansom cab, not to mention the Battle ofBosworth. Our countryside has many pretty villages providingperfect locations for walking and cycling. You can stay at one ofmany accommodation providers ranging from Bed and Breakfastson working farms to large hotels with superb leisurefacilities and eateries.All the information you need is contained in ourall-new Visitor Guide.For more information and a copy of our Visitor Guidecontact [email protected]

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Tamworththe ancient capital of Mercia

Tamworth is steeped in over 900 years of history and heritagedating back to Saxon times. Let the Ancient Capital of Merciashow you how its famous figures such as Sir Robert Peel, ThomasGuy and Aethelfleda influenced the town through differentperiods of history, admire the grand architecture such asTamworth Castle, the Town Hall and St. Editha's Church anddiscover how ancient meets modern in this vibrant market town.Visit, phone or email the friendly, award winning team at TamworthInformation Centre and get full details of where to stay, where to eat andwhat to do in the Tamworth area. Staff can help you organise that specialoccasion, plan a day trip, book coach trips, purchase theatre tickets andgift vouchers for venues.Tamworth Information Centre, 29 Market Street, Tamworth, Staffs. B79 7LRTel: 01827 709618/581 Fax: 01827 709582 Email:[email protected]

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The Watling Street Tourism Corridor

Northern Warwickshire Tourism Association (NWTA)What is the Northern Warwickshire Tourism Association (NWTA)?We are a not for profit organisation which aims to raise the profile of Northern Warwickshire. Our members include accommodation providers, tourist attractions, pubs, restaurants, heritage centres, stately homes and children’s farms. Through effective networking among members, we aim to provide visitors to the area with a complete tourism experience, increasing their enjoyment and desire to return and thus creating a vibrant rural economy. For membership information see www.visitnorthernwarwickshire.com

Useful website links and contact detailsLocAL AUThoriTies:North Warwickshire Borough councilwww.northwarks.gov.ukNuneaton and Bedworth Borough councilwww.nuneatonandbedworth.gov.ukWarwickshire county councilwww.enjoywarwickshire.comhinckley & Bosworth Borough councilwww.hinckley-bosworth.gov.ukTamworth Borough councilwww.tamworth.gov.ukcoleshill Town council01675 463 326

TrAveL ANd TrANsporTBirmingham international Airportwww.bhx.co.ukNottingham east Midlands Airportwww.nottinghamema.comM6 Toll road information01543 267000 www.m6toll.co.ukTravel linewww.travelline.org.ukstreetmap.co.ukwww.streetmap.co.ukrAc route plannerwww.rac.co.uk/routeplanner

LocAL ToUrisT iNforMATioN ceNTres:Nuneaton Library ........................................................024 7638 4027Atherstone Library .......................................................01827 712395rugby ............................................................................01788 534970Tamworth ......................................................................01827 873844hinckley Library ...........................................................01455 635106coleshill Library ...........................................................01675 463307The NWTA does NoT AccepT LiABiLiTY for ANY errors iN The iNforMATioN provided

34 VISIT NORTHERN WARWICKSHIRE

The friendly market town of Nuneaton is the main town in the area with a good blend of major shops and small independent traders all in a pedestrianised area. It has two major shopping centres and has a rich variety of interesting buildings scattered around.

The award winning Nuneaton Market was first Chartered in 1226, and operates two days a week in the streets throughout the town centre.

On Saturdays there are over 150 stalls and over 100 stalls on Wednesdays. Traders from

all over the Midlands offer a wide variety of goods at competitive prices.

Street vendors also operate in the town centre, offering items such as hot food, flowers and ice cream.

The small town of Bedworth is the floral centre of the area. The open pedestrianised zone gives easy access to a range of shops from the small independent to the larger multiples.

Bedworth Covered Market is situated in Mill Street in the centre of the town and has both market units and stalls. The popular cafe provides a welcome break, serving hot

and cold refreshments.Street vendors are also

located in All Saints Square selling hot food, flowers and ice cream.

Bedworth Town Centre

Nuneaton Town Management Board and the Bedworth Town Management partnership are dedicated to improving the vitality and viability of both town centres.

Contact: Alan Ottey T: 024 7637 6597 F: 024 7637 6340Town Hall, Coton Road, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV11 5AA

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.nbtowncentres.co.uk

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