The Hill Close Gardens are a beautiful example of restored Victorian Gardens that are a pride of the town of Warwick. These gardens consist of several plots owned by various individuals who come here often to tend their gardens. In addition to this there are lovely paths to take a stroll and if you want to grab a quick bite, the little tea and cake house will satisfy the need with homemade cakes. This place was used by local businessmen who would come here to take a break from their busy lives and tend their gardens. Hill Close is a tranquil place outside town which is quite ideal for owners and visitors to enjoy a walk amidst beautifully tended gardens and pathways.
The Charlecote Mill is a must visit place to see time stand still in the Victorian Era, it truly is a place that hasn't let time affect it's authenticity. Don't misread it for a museum as the mill is still in a good working and manufacturing condition, it is one of the original working watermills of England. The grinding stone produces flour almost every day of the week but it depends on how the watermill works. This process has been going on for almost 200 years. The finished product is sealed and sold by the miller Mr. Karl Grevatt himself. The mill is open to public a few times in the year, but a private tour could be arranged through an appointment with the miller. Visit their website for more details.
Taking you back on a journey of almost 300 years, the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Museum tells the story of the 'Warwickshire Lads', soldiers and other tales of the regime. Get to know stories about the famous woman soldier Hannah Snell, Field Marshals Montgomery and Slim, even memorabilia from the World War. Housed in a 17th century structure, the museum has much to offer history enthusiasts and will even interest a family on a visit. Also, try on regiment uniforms for a picture moment and meet the mascot, a little antelope.
Also known as Mint Cemetery, Church of England Cemetery or Brookfields Cemetery, Warstone Lane Cemetery dates back to the year 1847. Marked as a Grade II listed structure, it is at Warstone Lane Cemetery where noted type designer and printer John Baskerville is buried. Baskerville had instructed to be laid to rest in a lead casket in a cone shaped vault prepared by him, in his garden. The Birmingham Cemetery Act of 1846 was passed to stop the unpleasant smells emanating from the catacombs at Warstone Lane Cemetery. As per the act, the non-interred caskets had to be sealed using a pitch or a lead. Warstone Lane Cemetery is marked as a Grade II listed structure.
This moated manor was originally built in the 1300s by Sir John de Broughton and later sold to William of Wykeham, Bishop of Winchester. It was eventually inherited by the Fiennes family who converted it in to a fine Tudor style house. Most notably, the house was once home to William Fiennes, 1st Viscount Saye and Sele, who is renown for raising troops against King Charles I in 1642. Film buffs may find it interesting to know that Broughton Castle has been used as a location in a number of well-known films including Three Men and a Little Lady and Jane Eyre (2011). Today, this majestic house and landscaped gardens are still owned by the same family, and are open to visitors on certain days only. Guided group tours for a minimum of 15 persons can be arranged by prior appointment. Be sure to visit this castle for a taste of the luxurious life led within its walls, on an island of beauty surrounded by its moat on all sides.
Clent Hills, located near the towns of Stourbridge and Halesowen, is one of Worcestershire's most popular tourist attraction with around a million visits recorded every year. It offers breathtaking views of the countryside along with guided nature walks and tours organized by the National Trust which owns and maintains the site. It is a perfect destination for a family day out with many activities available for children and adults alike. There is a natural playground made from locally sourced materials, open land on hill tops perfect for kite-flying and guided walks with different themes which take place every other week. The Clent Hills are also am important historical location with 18 century follies, churches and crypts that are sure to delight any history buffs. There is car parking available at the site along with a cafe, toilets, camping and picnic spots. The site has limited wheelchair access with only some areas having even, wide paths.