Warwickshire

Warwickshire is packed with English history, from Shakespeare and medieval buildings to historic towns, castles and countryside. It is a county where some of the biggest names in British history sit alongside plenty of smaller places worth discovering.
Here you’ll find my journeys around Warwickshire, combining famous destinations with the streets, buildings and unexpected details I find while exploring them. The collection will grow as I return to discover more of the county.

Chawton House in Hampshire, one of the historic houses to visit this autumn

7 Historic Houses to Visit This Autumn: Special Events for 2026

Joseph Jay / 20 September 2026

Looking for historic houses to visit this autumn? Discover seven special exhibitions, tours and events taking place across England in 2026.

William Shakespeare statue outside Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, History & More People Than I Expected

Joseph Jay / 5 September 2026

A visit to Stratford-upon-Avon, exploring Shakespeare’s hometown, its historic streets, famous landmarks and riverside — plus a few surprises I wasn’t expecting.