About Warwickshire - information on the county

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Warwickshire truly is at heart of the country, with some of the most attractive towns and villages in England set amongst beautiful countryside. The county is split into five districts each with their own distinctive feel, but wherever you are in the county there is always a sense that you can access everything you need without the hassles that go with life in the large cities.

Warwickshire History

Warwickshire and Coventry are rich with history, and have played an important role during England’s timeline – be this during the age of the Roman Empire, the English Civil War or in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605. For more information see our history pages that are split into 6 eras.

William Shakespeare is Warwickshire's most famous son and is internationally famous, as is George Eliot the renowned Victorian novelist.

Warwickshire Worthies lists further famous faces that have graced the county and the city of Coventry.

Victorian School children at Chilvers Coton Free School (circa 2009!)

Local and Family History

Local families and Natural history of Warwickshire are links to information on the people of Warwickshire and on the natural environment.

Also see Windows on Warwickshire, which has has a fantastic collection of old photos, maps and lot of other information on the county, and the County Record Office webpages.

View up Castle St towards St Mary's Church, Warwick

Warwickshire in England

For information on the location of Warwickshire, see our Warwickshire in England pages that include maps and links to journey times

Pictures of Warwickshire

See what's in store on your visit to Warwickshire and Coventry by viewing our Warwickshire Photo Galleries.

All Jaguar cars, such as the new Jaguar XJ, are designed at the JLR Engineering Centre in Whitley, Coventry

Warwickshire's links and connections - Rugby Football, the Automotive industry and William Shakespeare

Warwickshire has links and connections with the Automotive Industry, the game of Rugby Football, and of course it's most famous son William Shakespeare. These include historical and cultural links, and through the many locations throughout Warwickshire that can be visited, such as museums and other places of interest. See our Warwickshire's links and connections - Rugby Football, the Automotive industry and William Shakespeare webpages for further details.

			DVD about Warwickshire See www.discoverwarwickshire.com for a £11.99 (plus P&P) DVD all about Warwickshire, This fascinating documentary takes you to some delightful places this county has to offer. It explores Warwickshire's important history and offers great tips for some lovely days out.

Warwickshire Local News

Visit BBC Coventry & Warwickshire for local news.

Visit Britain - details for visiting the United Kingdom

The United Kingdom

For information on any of the countries within the UK see www.visitbritain.com that has details on England, Scotland, N.Ireland, Wales, London, Guernsey and Jersey.