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News
March 2011
A showcase for rural tourism A new website promoting tourism in rural Warwickshire has been launched, to coincide with British Tourism Week, showcasing the very best of the county’s rural tourism assets.
WithinWarwickshire.com provides a stylish and informative platform for rural tourism businesses, towns, villages, attractions and rural events to shout about all that is great about this wonderful part of the country. The new website brings together all a visitor needs to know about rural Warwickshire’s
· historic houses and gardens
· market towns and villages
· venues producing and serving award winning local food and drink
· the best walking and cycle routes
· spotlight events
· literature and arts
In addition it has an interactive map, accommodation listing, essential travel information, useful links to other partners and a gallery of captivating images to entice potential visitors. And, keeping right up to date with technology, there are several podcasts and videos to entertain. WithinWarwickshire.com complements other regional and local sites which generally have a more urban focus, to give new and existing visitors ‘the whole story’ about Warwickshire. It is the perfect portal to getting ‘within’ Warwickshire.
The website forms part of the Welcome to the Countryside campaign, a project funded by the Rural Development Programme for England (RDPE) which aims to attract more visitors to enjoy the towns, villages, attractions and countryside of Warwickshire, boosting the volume and value of the rural tourism economy.
Cllr Colin Hayfield, Warwickshire County Council’s Portfolio Holder responsible for tourism, said: “WithinWarwickshire presents rural Warwickshire as it should be - quintessentially English, unspoilt, charming and captivating. The county is a rural destination which is home to many high quality attractions, delicious local food and a calendar of exciting events.
“The new website enables our rural tourism businesses, who may not previously had the opportunity to engage fully in tourism promotion, to really work collaboratively and benefit from the additional income this project should generate.”
February 2011
Kenilworth Festival. Saturday 07th May to Sunday 15th May 2011. This year's Kenilworth Festival, will take place from Saturday 07th to Sunday 15th May with events taking place in and around Kenilworth. The Festival covers a broad range of shows and activities including live music, theatre, talks, children's entertainment and a dedicated craft show taking place on Sunday 15th May. For further information, please visit the Kenilworth Festival website for full event details
December 2010
Bringing the Nativity to Life at Umberslade. Every day until Christmas Eve.Take part as part of the Umberslade Nativity. Children can dress up in nativity costumes, get up close to the animals including the ‘little donkey’ and sing along with festive carols in the interactive Umberslade nativity. Children can also visit Santa in his farmyard grotto to tell him their wish list and receive an early Christmas present for just £2. Parents can warm up with complimentary mulled wine and mince pies or try the winter warmers menu in the rustic farmhouse cafe. Normal admission fee applies. Full event details
October 2010
Build a Guy for Bonfire Night at Umberslade Farm Park, Saturday 23rd October - Saturday 06th Nov 2010. Join in the family fun at the daily 'Build a Guy' workshops being held at Umberslade Farm Park. All materials provided will be provided as part of the standard entry price. A separate ticketed bonfire night party will be held on Saturday 06th November 2010. Full event details
Dine by Candlelight, Thursday October 28th 2010. Bars and restaurants around the county urge householders to switch everything off at home and enjoy a low energy candle lit meal out. Dine by candle light will be taking place on Thursday the 28 October to coincide with Energy Savings Week. Not only will dinners be able to enjoy a lovely meal by candle light they will also receive 10% of their bill. View participating restaurants and download your voucher.
September 2010
Mill on the Floss Festival, October - November 2010 During October and November, the George Eliot Fellowship celebrates the Mill on the Floss Festival. Full programme details
Aug 2010
Arts on our Doorstep is a new programme offering rural communities in rural Warwick District and Rugby Borough the opportunity to run arts projects and events. See www.warwickshireleader.net/artsonourdoorstep for details.
July 2010
NEW Family Garden Centre opens Ransons Garden Centre is the newest experience to arrive at Hatton Country World. As well as superb plants and gardening essentials there are contemporary and traditional gifts, indoor, outdoor and fashion clothing and a pets department. See www.hattonworld.com for details.
July 2010
Footpath Views needed A Consultation is underway to get people's views on footpaths, bridleways and green lanes in Warwickshire. See www.warwickshire.gov.uk/rowip for details.
July 2010
New Butterfly Garden The Stratford Butterfly Farm is to open a stunning new butterfly garden as part of its 25th anniversary celebrations.
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