A bumper Bank Holiday of events and offers will be going ahead throughout Coventry and Warwickshire.
A packed programme of activities will be taking place as August comes to an end and the Bank Holiday takes place.
Members of Shakespeare’s England, the Destination Management Organisation (DMO) for South Warwickshire and the surrounding area, have plenty to of offer and events to entertain all.
There’s everything from outdoor theatre performances, exhibitions virtual events and a whole lot more.
The full list includes:
- Royal Shakespeare Company - Free outdoor performance programme of ‘Shakespeare Snapshots’ will conclude on August Bank Holiday weekend with a programme of free Shakespeare in the Dell Gardens running Friday to Sunday at 1pm and 3pm - https://www.rsc.org.uk/news/live-outdoor-performances
- Stratford Town Centre – The town is hosting the Youth Market on Waterside. This event is in partnerships with the National Market Traders Federation, LSD Promotions and both the Town and District Council.
- The Arden Hotel – Staycation offer available - www.theardenhotelstratford.com/news-and-offers/staycation-with-eden
- Mallory Court Hotel - Staycation offer available – www.mallory.co.uk/news-and-offers/staycation-with-eden
- Herbert Museum and Art Gallery – Work on Windows exhibition - five contemporary artists to create work inspired by the Herbert’s collection - www.theherbert.org/whats_on/1532/work_on_windows_the_herbert_in_a_new_perspective
- Coventry Transport Museum – Taking Flight exhibition - From the first concept on powered flight, to modern jet propulsion, this exhibition will take visitors on an unforgettable adventure - www.transport-museum.com/events/1453/taking_flight
- Coombe Abbey Hotel – The hotel has availability in both rooms and the restaurants and there are still a few spaces for Afternoon Tea and the Monday is the final day of the Eat Out To Help Out campaign - www.coombeabbey.com
- Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall – Sunday, August 30 will see the finale of a series of virtual pop up theatre events and tours that have been taking place at Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall in Stratford-upon-Avon throughout August, all presented by Tell Tale theatre company.
The programme begins from 11am, with each session of activity taking place on Zoom and independently bookable here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/tell-tale-present-9890636181.
The interactive guided tour takes place at 3pm, with an advanced ticket £4.50 (plus booking fee), with the booking details here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tea-with-magister-jenkins-at-shakespeares-schoolroom-ticket-115731027619.
- Cotswolds Distillery – The distillery is running a promotion from tomorrow until midnight on August 31 - It will be ‘Buy two bottles of Cotswolds Dry Gin, save £10’ when you buy online using discount code CLOUDY10.
- Dallas Burston Polo Club - The Millstone Hare at Dallas Burston Polo Club is officially open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays offering a wide selection of food and drink with a brand-new addition to their menu of Homemade Stone Baked Pizzas.
Also offering a takeaway service, you can now enjoy the Millstone Classics from the comfort of your own home.
To book a table at The Millstone Hare, call 01926 830 255 or book online at www.millstonehare.co.uk
- Billesley Manor Hotel – The hotel will officially be opening its doors again on August 27 after a £5.6m refurbishment will have been completed - www.billesleymanor.com
- FarGo Village – On Sunday, August 30, there will be a Vintage Vera Kilo sale. It will be running 10.30am till 5pm - www.facebook.com/events/2695621127351057/
- Holy Trinity Church – The church will be open from 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, August 29 and from 11am to 1pm on Monday, August 31 for visitors to the Church and to Shakespeare’s grave - www.stratford-upon-avon.org
Helen Peters, Chief Executive of Shakespeare’s England, said: “It has been a tough time for months for the tourism sector, but it is good to see so many hotels and attractions coming back with events, openings and offers.
“With staycations and day trips firmly in people’s minds, now is the perfect time to get out and about in Coventry, Warwickshire and the surrounding areas.
“Businesses need your support, so now is the time to pay a visit to Shakespeare’s England members and discover what is on your doorstep.”
For further information about Shakespeare’s England and its members visit www.shakespeares-england.co.uk
CAPTION: The Royal Shakespeare Company’s ‘Shakespeare Snapshots’ will conclude on August Bank Holiday weekend.