Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Day trip to Warwick Castle

Daytrip to Warwick Castle

in this post....a castle that is actually FUN for all

We've lived in England so long now that even castles are boring for the kids.  Yes it's a sad day when your kids actually complain that you're going to visit an amazing, historic, nothing-like-it-anywhere-in-the-USA real live castle.  Ho hum they say, we've seen all too  many.  They're all the same.

Well not this one!
Warwick Castle is owned by the Merlin Company, which owns other London sites such as the London Eye, Legoland, Madame Tussaud's and many others.  If you're living here for a while it may be worthwhile to purchase a Merlin pass:

The entire place is quite animated, with many impersonators and helpful workers.
The price of entry is expensive, but you can find 2-for-1 deals on certain rail ticket purchases (but you must print and bring a voucher with you).  Purchase tickets on-line for reduced rates also.

We did not visit any of the extra ticketed sites (dungeon, etc.) and brought a picnic which was lovely to enjoy in their gardens.

We really enjoyed the visit, especially the trebuchet launching, the mock sword fight, the Great Hall guided tour, and the bird show. 

Best of all, we spent the day with my sister Becca who was here visiting from New Zealand, along with her boyfriend Dylan.  

You'll want most of a full day to make it worth your while!
We took a train and then walked from the station.  It was a short walk and easy to find.












From their website:

Welcome to Britain’s Ultimate Castle! At Warwick Castle we try to deliver the Castle of your imagination, whether you’re a 6 year old princess or a 60 year old re-enactor we provide a fun, action packed day out for all the family. While we constantly work to keep experiences fresh we are always grounded by history and legend. So what makes a brilliant day out?

First, be the best!

Warwick Castle is not your average castle. It is full to the turrets with dramatic shows, interactive experiences, storytelling, demonstrations, activities and more. We learnt a long time ago that that our guests, the young and young at heart, want to do more than just look. They want to be part of the adventure.
Visit Warwick Castle and you will see great halls, beautiful landscapes; mournful dungeons and high towers - but you'll also see people having fun, laughing and being amazed. We have eleven hundred years of history, but also great battles, ancient myths, spellbinding tales, pampered princesses, heroic knights, Merlin's Dragon, and the dark Castle Dungeon.



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