Warwick Castle - How long to tour?
Feb 12th, 2001, 06:28 PM
#2
Guest
Posts: n/a
I'd give yourself a minimum of 1/2 a day. There is a lot to do in Warwick, and I'd add on an extra two hours to get to and see Kennilworth Castle which is close-by. Kennilworth is the complete antithesis of Warwick - in ruins with no guided tours and last time I was there, not a single other person!
Feb 12th, 2001, 07:18 PM
#3
Guest
Posts: n/a
Bev, I was there in May '96, so I can't remember for sure, but I do remember that it was one of the most impressive things I saw in England. I'm sure we were there 3 hours +. You can go a lot at your own pace, but let me reassure you, it was incredible. I remember so well the torture chambers--such as the mesh of chain that encompassed the entire body, then when they hung them up, the sharp edges cut into them. Uuuuggh! <BR>Extremely interesting <BR> <BR>Enjoy! <BR>Jean
Feb 12th, 2001, 07:25 PM
#4
Guest
Posts: n/a
We were there on a summer weekend, and spent the entire day there. Not only was there the tour of the castle, but there were entertainers in the fields surrounding the castle (almost like a Renaissance fair). Musicians, magician, dancers,comedy acts. It was a great day.
Feb 13th, 2001, 07:46 AM
#5
Guest
Posts: n/a
Hi Bev <BR>We live near Warwick and my husband takes groups of overseas students to the Castle regularly. He allows at least 4 hours as there's so much to see; large grounds and gardens to wander in as well as the 'living' exhibitions of "Warwick the Kingmaker" and "the Edwardian Country House weekend" I'm sure you won't regret allowing plenty of time, I'd echo another message which recommended a visit to Kenilworth (only 4 miles away) and very atmospheric OR Stratford upon Avon which is 10 miles away could be combined with a trip to Warwick. Have fun
Feb 13th, 2001, 07:56 AM
#6
Guest
Posts: n/a
Amen to those who say at least half a day. We got there later than we planned for our visit, and so had only two hours before they closed. It was *so* frustrating--I felt as if I had to rush and definitely missed a lot. I really want to return with more time on another visit to England; and will now add a visit to Annalynn's suggested Kennilworth Castle. (Thanks!!)
