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The Town

Warwick was founded on the banks of the River Avon in 914 AD - by Ethelfeda, sister of Edward the Elder, as a defence against Danish invaders.
In the 10th century Warwick was made into a fortified town, and in 1260 stone replaced wood in the construction of the castle.
In the 17th century Warwick was struck first by the plague, and then by a great fire - but despite these problems the town continued to flourish, and today it is a popular tourist destination.

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Warwick

Warwick is a lively market town, famous for its dramatic, perfectly preserved, castle which dates back to William the Conqueror, and whose grounds were landscaped in a grand scale by Capability Brown. Sitting on the River Avon, Warwick has extensive parks and gardens to enjoy on a summer's day, and as you walk round the town you can't fail to be impressed by the many chocolate-box style buildings. Then there's the Lord Leycester Hospital almshouses, military museums, ancient town wall gates, St Mary's church with its rare medieval ducking stool, and a lively market square, host to much entertainment!
Take our fabulous walks of discovery, and have fun finding answers to clues which tell you more, whilst reading our stories about the most interesting facts.

First Walk

The Town

Warwick is steeped in history, with many important medieval buildings pre-dating the Great Fire of 1694. Elsewhere are a number of buildings rebuilt in the elegant style of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. This route weaves its way around all this history and architecture and reveals the personality of a quintessential English town (1.5 miles).

Second Walk

Park and River

Warwick stands on the banks of the beautiful River Avon. This walk takes you first to an impressive church and its grounds, before entering the very English St Nicholas Park, which falls gently down to the peaceful river. In the distance are the impressive buildings of historic Warwick School, and from the bridge where your walk concludes, stunning views of Warwick Castle (0.75 miles).

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