Warwick is famous for a number of things: its university, its church, its castle and its beauty. It’s also a great destination for a spa day or break, and offers lots of things to see and do as part of the wider getaway experience.
History has played an enormous role in shaping Warwick and defining the way it looks today. Warwick Castle is the embodiment of 1,000 years of history. It’s an icon on the landscape built by William the Conqueror during 1068, that has borne witness to a multitude of battles and events from its position on the River Avon.
Warwick’s famous collegiate church, St Mary’s, is also very much part of of the scene. Architecturally impressive, it has evolved across the centuries, but it began life in the 1100s. Then there’s the university - although it was only founded in 1965, Warwick University has become a big part of the city and is well known as one of the best in the UK.
These landmarks set the scene for exploring Warwick, but the experience goes far beyond them. There’s a multitude of gardens to explore, including strolls along the river and picnics in St Nicholas Park. There are markets, shops, boutiques, restaurants and cafes, all offering different culinary and creative experiences or go walking and cycling in nearby countryside or along the Grand Union Canal.
Spas in Warwick and the wider Warwickshire countryside offer everything from luxury hotel experiences to chic day spa retreats. Mercure Warwickshire Walton Hall Hotel & Spa is the best of all worlds, offering a warm welcome alongside romantic style. Ardencote Manor is a perennial favourite amongst spabreakers, and the Elan Spa at Mallory Court is a deliciously beautiful hotel and spa that’s one of the most celebrated luxury wellness experiences in the UK.
