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Warwick (England)

the county town of Warwickshire, England

14km

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Evesham

Evesham is a small market town in Worcestershire situated roughly equidistant from Worcester, Cheltenham & Stratford-upon-Avon and in the Vale of Evesham.

27km

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Birmingham (England)

major city in England

27km

52.48-1.89

Witney

Witney is a thriving market town in Oxfordshire, just off the A40 Cheltenham to Oxford road. Like many towns in the Cotswolds, Witney is known historically for its textiles specifically woolen blankets.

37km

51.785-1.486

Banbury

Banbury is a market town in the Cherwell district of Oxfordshire. It is known for the nursery rhyme - "Ride-a-cock-horse" and Banbury cakes. The local football team is Banbury United, they play at the Spencer stadium.

42km

52.0632-1.3396

Oxford

Oxford is the oldest university city in the United Kingdom, some 50 miles (80 km) to the west of the capital London in its own county of Oxfordshire, on the rivers Thames and Cherwell. Together with Cambridge (the second oldest university city and Oxford's great rival), Oxford has long represented the English academic establishment and elite ("Oxbridge"), a haven of tradition and endeavour. Oxford's famous "Dreaming Spires" refer to the medieval churches and colleges that dominate the bustling modern town in all their Gothic splendour. Picturesque architecture and a vibrant modern life, driven by students, light industry and technology, all set in the rolling countryside of Oxfordshire, make this a great destination.

58km

51.7518-1.2553

Abingdon

market town and civil parish in Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire, England, UK

59km

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Bicester

Bicester is a market town located in the north-east of the English county of Oxfordshire, some miles north of the university town of Oxford. It has become a popular destination on account of its being the location of Bicester Village, a large factory and designer outlet shopping village.

65km

51.9-1.15

Newbury and Thatcham

civil parish and town in Berkshire, England

69km

51.4009-1.3235

Winchester (England)

city in Hampshire, England

89km

51.0632-1.308

Hampshire

Stretching from the New Forest's coastal beaches in the south west, to London's suburban fringe in the north east, Hampshire is the largest county in South East England. Known as Jane Austen's County after its most famous daughter, Hampshire has a wealth of attractions to offer the traveller. Visitors may see one of England's greatest cathedrals in Winchester, ascend to the top of the South's tallest landmark in Portsmouth or fish for trout in crystal clear chalk rivers.

90km

51.0577-1.3081

Bath

city in Somerset, England, United Kingdom

91km

51.38-2.36

Southampton

Southampton is a port city on England's South East coast. It was the departure point for many trans-Atlantic crossings, perhaps most famously including the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic.

94km

50.9098-1.4044

Wimborne Minster

Wimbourne is a small town in Dorset, England. The Minster, which is a beautiful large church, has existed for over 1300 years and is recognised for its unusual chained library.

100km

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Christchurch (England)

coastal town in Dorset, England

101km

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Manchester

major city in Greater Manchester, England, UK

105km

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Poole

Poole is in Dorset, on the south coast of England.

106km

50.71666667-1.98333333

Bristol

city in South West England

110km

51.45561-2.59455

High Wycombe

High Wycombe is a hilly town in the county of Buckinghamshire in England.

113km

51.628661-0.748238

Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight is an island and county five miles off the southern coast of England. It is easily and quickly accessible by multiple sea routes from the mainland cities of Southampton and Portsmouth. The island has long been an excellent place for an upmarket but traditional seaside holiday, with beaches and towns that were very popular in Victorian times. It is now also becoming a must-visit destination for young people seeking watersports and outdoor activities generally. Cowes is a famous yachting centre and attracts the 'London set' together with members of the worldwide sailing fraternity during Cowes Week in August. The island has a similar atmosphere to Guernsey or Jersey yet is much closer to the mainland and is three times the size. It has a population of 138,000. Despite being only 6 miles across the sea from Portsmouth and 15 miles from Southampton it is a world apart in terms of scenery, culture and pace of life. Known as "England In Miniature" it offers an incredible variety with the landscape changing dramatically in the space of a few miles and each town and village offering something different. Beaches are fantastic and the water quality is good.

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Dorset

Dorset is a county on the south coast of England, in the West Country.

116km

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Harrogate

Harrogate is a beautiful Regency / Victorian spa town in the English county of North Yorkshire. It's home to the famous Betty's tea rooms, Harlow Carr Gardens and Harrogate spa water. In addition to being a charming floral town Harrogate is a popular conference venue, with a large convention centre. As a result it has many good restaurants and hotels and a pleasant, walkable centre.

121km

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Skipton

Skipton is an historical town in the English county of North Yorkshire, forming the southern gateway to the Yorkshire Dales.

123km

53.962-2.017

Selby

Selby is a market town in North Yorkshire.It is located on the River Ouse, 12 miles south of York.

128km

53.781789-1.070309

Dorchester

town in West Dorset in Dorset, United Kingdom

130km

50.71141-2.4412

Haslemere

Haslemere is a town in Surrey.

134km

51.0872-0.7101

Chichester

Chichester is a cathedral city in West Sussex, on England's South East coast.

139km

50.83652-0.77918

Chertsey

Chertsey is a town in Surrey.

144km

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Sights (2)

Church of the Holy Trinity, Stratford-upon-Avon

Church in United Kingdom

505m

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Stratford Butterfly Farm

Stratford Butterfly Farm is a visitor attraction in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England. A leafy tropical environment is simulated inside large greenhouses. There are numerous free flying butterflies, a few free flying birds, a pool containing fish, and running water. There are also insects and spiders living in glass displays.

1.2km

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Someday we will visit Stratford-upon-Avon or begin to dream about going there! However, for now its not on our radar. Let us know in the comments if you think that should change!

Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-upon-Avon is an historic town on the River Avon in the English county of Warwickshire, best known as the home town of the great English playwright and poet, William Shakespeare. Today, it is a major theatre-going destination as the home of the Royal Shakespeare Company. As such, it represents one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country.

Harvard House is located at 26 High Street. Other attractions include the Stratford Butterfly Farm, which is on the eastern side of the river and the Bancroft Gardens and Stratford Armouries located three miles (4.8 km) from the centre of Stratford on Gospel Oak Lane.

Stratford is 22 miles (35 km) south-east of Birmingham. It is close to the northern edge of the Cotswolds, with Chipping Campden 10 miles (16 km) to the south. Suburbs and areas of the town include Shottery, Bishopton, Bridge Town, Tiddington, and Old Town.

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Climate

Average temperatures

Jan

6.9°C0.7
Precipitation: 55.6 mm

Feb

7.5°C0.5
Precipitation: 40.6 mm

Mar

10.2°C2
Precipitation: 45.6 mm

Apr

12.8°C3.2
Precipitation: 46.5 mm

May

16.5°C5.8
Precipitation: 48.8 mm

Jun

19.4°C8.8
Precipitation: 55.3 mm

Jul

22.2°C10.9
Precipitation: 44 mm

Aug

21.7°C10.7
Precipitation: 61.1 mm

Sep

18.5°C8.7
Precipitation: 55 mm

Oct

14.3°C6
Precipitation: 56.2 mm

Nov

9.9°C2.8
Precipitation: 52 mm

Dec

7.7°C1.5
Precipitation: 61.4 mm
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