Things to do, places to visit, eat, drink,stay and shop on and near the Fosse Way through Leicestershire, Warwickshire, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds UK
[ September 26, 2009 to December 13, 2009. ] From 26 September – 13 December 2009 Compton Verney has an exciting and interesting new exhibition -The Artist’s Studio.
The exhibition will take you behind the scenes, as you explore the studios of some of the most prominent British artists, inlcuding J. M. W. Turner, Paula Rego, Gwen John, David Hockney, Antony Gormley, Damien Hirst and [...]
This website covers mainly the section of the roman Fosse Way through Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Gloucestershire – i.e where modern roads follow the original route.
Beyond Leicester the Fosse Way extended to Newark and Lincoln, whilst south of Cirencester the route went on to Bath and Exeter. However, it is only evident in small stretches in [...]
[ March 21, 2009 to May 31, 2009. ] The magnificent Compton Verney house and art gallery reopens after its winter closure on 21 March 2009 (until 13 December 2009).2009 will see the official opening of the ‘Capability’ Brown footpaths –giving you long lost views of the gallery and grounds, which are delightful to wander in on warm sunny days, offering extensive views of [...]
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, [...]
The Shadow
The first extensive group exhibition to look at an ancient theme that continues to emerge in the work of modern and contemporary artists.
Includes works by Doug Aitken, Christian Boltanski, Mona Hatoum and Andy Warhol.
Georges de La Tour Master of Candlelight Key paintings created by candlelight by French artist Georges de La Tour (1593 – [...]
Edward Sheldon is a very traditional country wine merchant – in the middle of good farming and hunting countryside southeast of Stratford-upon-Avon. (see map) 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 and Hunting Port you will [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Moreton Hall has established itself as one of the premier conference and banqueting centres within the Midlands. Set in the beautiful scenery of the 750 acres of Warwickshire College’s Moreton Morrell campus, this magnificent Edwardian manor accommodates conferences, seminars and banquets as well as having its own a la carte restaurant. Its beautiful setting [...]
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