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Galileo Farm is a small farm run to Soil Association standards just off the Fosse Way, a few miles from the historical towns of Stratford Upon Avon, Warwick and Leamington Spa. All are animals are allowed to range free in pasture. They are not stressed in there normal life and therefore do not require treating [...] [...]
Compton Verney is Warwickshire’s award-winning art gallery. Since its opening in 2004, it has continued to deliver an exciting international programme of exhibitions and events, alongside a diverse collection of art from around the world. It offers visitors the unique opportunity to view art in the setting of a Grade 1 listed Robert Adam mansion located [...] [...]
Just off the Fosse Way at Ettington is Stamford Hall Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast. Situated in rural rolling countryside, this grade 2 listed mellow brick built farmhouse can trace its origins back to the late 18th century. It is perfect base for exploring Shakespeare’s Stratford, Warwick & Kenilworth’s majestic castles or the beautiful Cotswolds, alternatively just [...] [...]
Chipping Campden is the archetypal Cotswold Village – mellow yellow stone houses, thatched roofs, an ancient market hall, a beautiful parish church (St James) and nowadays a good sprinkling of antique shops, craft galeries and plenty of places to eat and drink well. Bennetts Fine Wines looks every inch the old-fashioned traditional wine merchant – small, [...] [...]
Simon and Fabienne Peckham (and son Monty) run this organic farm just south of the M40 on the Fosse Way.They produce organic (soil association) Berkshire and Gloucester Old Spot pork; Slowed reared organic grass-fed lamb, grass reared Beef hung for at least 21 days (not yet organic but reared to organic standards); organic Geese, Turkey, [...] [...]
Edward Sheldon is a very traditional country wine merchant – in the middle of good farming and hunting countryside southeast of Stratford-upon-Avon. (NB Now part of Bennetts Fine Wines )Their premises are redolent of their long history, and you’d be forgiven for expecting something a bit “stuffy”. But amongst the fine clarets, revered Burgundies [...] [...]
The Halford Bridge Halford Bridge Hotel There has been a coaching inn on the Fosse Way where it crosses the River Stour since the 16th Century, but in recent years the place was getting a touch neglected. However in December 2006 it re-opened under new owners after extensive refurbishment. It is now a stylish, modern informal venue for [...] [...]
The Where I Fell In Love gallery opened it’s doors on Sunday 24th October 2004. It showcases artists work on a monthly basis, with a frequent introduction of new pieces. The range of work exhibited includes paintings, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, wood and textiles. A studio has been created, where visitors can see artists working on [...] [...]
Ryton Organic Gardens consists of ten acres of beautifully landscaped grounds highlighting the delights of organic gardening. Glorious arrays of flowers and shrubs are on show throughout the year, recapturing the beauty of a wildflower meadow and a cornfield. Blue seas of lavender and host of different roses invigorate the senses. Organic gardens also provide [...] [...]
Charming 17th centrury coaching inn by a brook. The interior has a traditional feel with an inglenook fireplace, farming implements and horse racing photographs. The extensive menu includes steak, game, seafood, vegetarian and children’s selections. Now restyled as The Pheasant Eating House, the emphasis is very much on good food. With all the various types of food [...] [...]
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