Local attractions

The Hill Cottage offers easy access for the business community:
The N.E.C. is just 25 miles distant
Birmingham Airport is 30 miles away

The Shakespeare Houses are five properties owned and maintained by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. These properties are connected to William Shakespeare or his immediate family, and offer an insight into the famous playwright’s world. Three of the houses are located in the town centre (Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Nash’s House & New Place, and Hall’s Croft) and the others can be easily found just outside the town (Anne Hathaway’s Cottage in Shottery and Mary Arden’s House in Wilmcote).
Take the open-top bus which runs regularly between all the properties  providing running commentary as you sightsee.  Tickets available from The Hill Cottage.Holy Trinity ChurchThis is the church where Shakespeare’s grave can be found, alongside the graves of Anne Hathaway, Dr John Hall, Susanna Shakespeare and Thomas Nash. The church itself, resting on the banks of the River Avon, is one of the most beautiful and picturesque parish churches in Warwickshire.

Royal Shakespeare Theatre Company

No visit to Stratford is complete without taking in one of the Bard’s plays.  Check out what’s playing by visiting  their website and book tickets online.  It will be the highlight of your stay!  Pre and after theatre dinners available in a variety of restaurants in town.  Please ask us at The Hill Cottage for our recommendations.

Baddesley Clinton  (20 minutes)

This atmospheric house and interiors reflect its heyday in the Elizabethan       era when it was a haven for persecuted Catholics –  there are 3 priestholes! There is a delightful garden with stew ponds and a romantic lake and nature walk.

Charlecote Park (15 minutes)

Home to the Lucy family since 1247, the current house was built in the mid 16th century, and sums up the very essence of Tudor England. Elizabeth I visited it on a number of occasions, and after you’ve experienced the grandeur and beauty of this country estate, you’ll know why. Well worth the visit, if you can spare the time.

Coughton Court  (15 minutes)

This finest of Tudor houses has been home to the Throckmorton family for over 600 years.  Their fascinating story includes involvement in the infamous ‘gunpowder plot’ and took them from a position of high favour to one of fear and oppression post-Reformation.  Coughton is still very much a family home with an intimate feel.  The walled garden is stunning, not to be missed.

Packwood House  (25 minutes)

Originally 16th century, extensive restoration of the interiors was carried out between the wars to create a fascinating 20th century evocation of domestic Tudor architecture.  Fine collection of 16th century textiles and furniture, and the  gardens are renowned for their herbaceous borders and fine collection of yews.

Hatton Country World  (15 minutes)

Hatton Country World is home to Hatton Shopping village, which boasts some 25 craft and specialist gift shops, an antique centre, and much more, all set in picturesque Warwickshire countryside. You’ll also find the Hatton Farm Village, a park full of adventures and activities for children and adults, from the petting zoo through to panning for gold.

Stratford Armouries (5 minutes)

A world-class collection of arms and armour sourced from cultures across the globe including the Wellington Aviation Collection. The Implements of Torture Exhibition gives a gruesome insight into the cruelty of medieval torturers. The home of regular battle re-enactments by the Sealed Knot, SOSKAN and the Military Vehicle Trust.

The Hill Cottage offers you easy access to Upton House & Garden, Snowshill Manor, Compton Verney, Stoneleigh Abbey, Blenheim Palace, Kenilworth Castle and Boughton Castle…….

For garden lovers, Hidcote and Kiftsgate are a real treat and only 20 minutes distant.

Golf, tennis, fishing, walking, cycle rides……..The Hill Cottage is a well-situated base.