Downton Abbey & Cotswolds Spectacular

The Royal Court Hotel, Keresley

The Royal Court Hotel & Spa is a beautiful Grade II listed country house hotel, set within 11 acres of picturesque gardens in the heart of Warwickshire.

Situated 3 miles from Coventry city centre, the original manor house was built in the late 19th century. Over the years, it’s been extended and is now one of the most impressive hotels in the region.

With its leisure facilities, including a heated indoor pool and fully equipped gym, the Royal Court Hotel provides ideal accommodation for a relaxing breakaway. All bedrooms are tastefully decorated and have an en-suite bathroom, TV, telephone, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities.

The Royal Court Hotel offers the perfect base for exploring the beautiful Cotswolds and the surrounding area

The Cotswolds

The beautiful region of the Cotswolds, one of the most quintessentially English and unspoilt areas in England. 

With its stunning countryside, lively market towns and sleepy villages, this area is almost 800 square miles in size. It spans across many counties, including Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Wiltshire and Worcestershire. Stretching 78 miles from Chipping Campden to Bath, the Cotswolds is one of the largest Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in England, and a popular holiday destination.

Attracting visitors from all over the world, this beautiful area is known for breathtaking countryside, gentle hillsides (‘wolds’), along with picture-perfect towns and villages. You’ll feel like you’re stepping back hundreds of years when you visit this area, with its castles, stately homes and magnificent palaces.

Explore the quaint market town of Stow-on-the-Wold, the highest of the Cotswolds towns, and visit the fascinating antique shops, beautiful art galleries and unique gift stores.

Stratford upon Avon

The medieval market town of Stratford-upon-Avon, surrounded by the beautiful Warwickshire countryside.

Stratford-upon-Avon is a charming town which is rich in history and attracts millions of visitors from all over the world.

On the banks of the River Avon, the town is perhaps best known as being the birthplace of the poet and playwright, William Shakespeare. Possibly the most famous writers in the English language, Shakespeare is known for his sonnets and plays such as ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Step back into Olde England with a stroll around the town, admiring the black and white timbered buildings. Learn more about Shakespeare’s life with a visit to his birthplace, a home that dates back to the 16th century and is now a museum.

Steeped in history and culture, there are many attractions to discover in this picturesque town, including interesting museums, inspiring art galleries and cruises along the River Avon. Enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to the Bell Court, a vibrant courtyard filled with shops, bars and restaurants.

Royal Leamington Spa

Leamington Spa might only be small in stature but it packs a punch worthy of a town twice its size.

Divided by the River Leam, the town oozes charm and sophistication which is defined by its magnificent boulevards lined with outstanding Georgian and Edwardian architecture, award-winning parks and stylish shops, not to mention world-famous spas.

No wonder it’s always top of the list of places to visit in the Midlands. Discover Leamington on you next trip with Caledonian Travel.