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Overview of Will Shake Tours

Our tour company hosts two different guided day tours advertised on GetYourGuide originating from Warwick Castle:

– Tour of Shakespeare’s County: An 8-hour historical and cultural tour through Warwickshire priced at £57 per person. It features stops at Warwick Castle, Charlecote Park, Stratford-upon-Avon (Shakespeare’s Birthplace), Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Gardens, Jephson Gardens in Leamington Spa, and Chesterton Windmill. 4 days a week.

– North Cornwall Explorer from Warwick: An immersive 17–18 hour round-trip adventure to North Cornwall priced from £359 per person. It covers Lanhydrock estate, the fishing town of Padstow, the beach and optional learning to surf at Polzeath, the fishing village of Port Isaac (Doc Martin filming location), and the legendary coastal landscapes of Tintagel. Every 2 weeks.

Our mission is to broaden the realm of medieval history and William Shakespeare to visitors who like to visit Warwick Castle. Also to uncover aesthetic areas of the UK like North Cornwall with tours that are done fortnightly to explore Lanhydrock, the filming location of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night and explore the traditional fishing villages of Port Isaac and Padstow in Cornwall. I, S Hughes being a native of Cornwall love to bring a lot of you guest down to the West-country to reveal the vibes and get you up to speed with surfing if you wish.

Tours are primarily conducted in English however we can adapt to speaking to you in other languages with assist of language tools. Or we suggest you listen through in Google translate to transcribe our tours.

We use a 16 seater minibus to do our tours with a driver and a tour guide.

Tour Of Shakespeare’s County – Warwickshire

Tour Dialogue

Warwick • Kenilworth • Leamington Spa • Stratford-upon-Avon • Charlecote

8-Hour Historical & Cultural Day Tour £57 Per Person

Step beyond the famous names and discover the stories, landscapes and history of Shakespeare’s County on an immersive full-day tour through Warwickshire.

From medieval castles and Norman England to Shakespeare, Elizabethan gardens, Victorian leisure and the changing face of rural England, this 8-hour journey connects some of Warwickshire’s most fascinating places into one story.

Start & Finish: Warwick Castle
Default departure: By Warwick Castle, Warwick
Private/specific pickup: Available by prior arrangement, subject to location and timing.

The Tour Story

“Welcome to Warwickshire — a county where medieval castles, royal ambition, Shakespearean England and Victorian elegance meet.”

Our journey begins in the historic town of Warwick, close to the imposing walls of Warwick Castle.

From here, we travel through some of the most important landscapes of the county, following the story of England from the aftermath of the Norman Conquest, through the medieval and Tudor periods, into Shakespeare’s Elizabethan world and finally towards the Victorian era.

Along the way, your guide will bring the history to life with stories of kings and queens, castles and country estates, poets and playwrights, gardens, industry and everyday life.

Charlecote Park

Our first stop takes us into the world of the historic English country estate at Charlecote Park.

Surrounded by parkland and associated with the Lucy family for centuries, Charlecote provides an opportunity to explore how powerful landowning families shaped the Warwickshire landscape.

This is also part of the Shakespeare story. Tradition and historical records connect William Shakespeare with Charlecote and the Lucy family, providing an intriguing glimpse into the world in which the young Shakespeare lived.

As we explore the estate and its surroundings, we’ll discuss:

How the countryside around Stratford changed over the centuries

Guide dialogue:

“Before Shakespeare became one of the most famous writers in the English language, he was a young man growing up in this part of Warwickshire. Around him was a world of powerful families, ancient estates and old medieval traditions. Charlecote gives us a window into that world.”

● Medieval and Tudor Warwickshire

● The development of the English country estate

● The Lucy family

● Shakespeare’s Warwickshire

Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Elizabethan society

We continue to Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare.

Here, the medieval market town provides the setting for one of the most important literary stories in English history.
We explore the town and the area around Shakespeare’s birthplace, learning about his family, childhood and the society of Elizabethan England.

Guide dialogue:

“This is where our Warwickshire story changes direction. We have travelled through medieval England and the world of the country estate. Now we arrive in the town that gave the world William Shakespeare.”
The story explores Shakespeare’s Stratford, including:

– His family and upbringing.
– Stratford as a market town.
– Elizabethan society.
– Shakespeare’s rise from Warwickshire to London.
– The world that inspired his plays.
– Stratford’s transformation into a place of literary pilgrimage.

Visitors have the opportunity to explore Shakespeare’s Birthplace and the surrounding historic centre.

Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Gardens

Royal Ambition & the Elizabethan Age

Our journey then takes us to Kenilworth Castle, one of Warwickshire’s great medieval landmarks.

The castle’s story stretches across centuries, from medieval England through the Tudor period and into the age of Queen Elizabeth I.

Kenilworth is particularly associated with Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, and Queen Elizabeth I’s famous visit in 1575.

Guide dialogue:

“Imagine arriving here in 1575. Elizabeth I is Queen of England, Robert Dudley is one of the most powerful men in the kingdom, and Kenilworth is about to become the stage for one of the most spectacular royal entertainments of the Elizabethan age.”

You will explore:
● The medieval origins of Kenilworth
● The Tudor monarchy
● Elizabeth I
● Robert Dudley
● The famous 1575 royal visit
● Elizabethan entertainment and spectacle
● The gardens and landscape surrounding the castle
The Elizabethan Garden offers a particularly vivid way to imagine the world of Tudor courtly entertainment.

Jephson Gardens in Royal Leamington Spa

From Georgian Spa to Victorian Leisure

Leaving the medieval and Elizabethan world behind, we travel to Royal Leamington Spa.

Here the story moves forward into the Georgian and Victorian periods.

The Jephson Gardens, located in the heart of Leamington Spa, reflect the transformation of the town into a fashionable spa destination.

Guide dialogue:

“We have moved forward several centuries. Castles and medieval fortifications are no longer the centre of attention. Now we enter the age of spa towns, promenades, gardens and Victorian leisure.”

Here we’ll explore the development of Leamington Spa, including:

– The rise of spa culture
– Georgian society
– The development of Leamington as a fashionable resort
– Victorian leisure and public gardens
– The changing lifestyle of Britain’s growing middle class
– How the Industrial Revolution transformed towns and travel
The gardens provide a pleasant contrast to the castles and medieval sites visited earlier in the day.

Chesterton Windmill

Warwickshire’s Rural Landscape

Our final major stop takes us back into the Warwickshire countryside at Chesterton Windmill.

Standing prominently on a hill overlooking the surrounding landscape, this distinctive 17th-century windmill is one of the county’s most recognisable landmarks.

Here we pause to appreciate the countryside that connects all the places we’ve visited.

Guide dialogue:

“We’ve spent the day following the people and events that shaped Warwickshire, but the landscape itself is part of the story. From this viewpoint, you can see the countryside that supported medieval estates, Tudor households, Georgian towns and Victorian communities.”

We’ll discuss:

– The history of Chesterton Windmill
– Traditional rural industries
– Agriculture and the Warwickshire countryside
– How windmills were used
– The relationship between the villages, farms and estates of Warwickshire
Weather and access permitting, this is also an ideal opportunity for photographs.

Return to Warwick Castle

After our visit to Chesterton Windmill, we make our way back towards Warwick Castle,
completing our historical journey through Shakespeare’s County.

Guide dialogue:

“And so our journey through Shakespeare’s County comes to an end. In just one day we’ve travelled through centuries of Warwickshire history — from medieval castles and the aftermath of the Norman Conquest, through Tudor England and Shakespeare, to the gardens and leisure culture of the Victorian age.”
“Warwickshire isn’t simply the county of Shakespeare. It is a landscape where centuries of English history remain visible — in its castles, estates, gardens, villages and countryside.”

Finish: Same Location in Warwick Castle.

Exploring Cornwall

All Day Journey through North Cornwall

All day tour from Warwick Castle into the South West of England 17–18 Hours From £359 per person

Step away from Warwick for an unforgettable full-day adventure into North Cornwall, discovering grand country estates, picturesque fishing towns, dramatic Atlantic coastline and legendary Arthurian history.

This is a true all-day Cornwall experience, departing early from Warwick and returning in the evening after exploring some of Cornwall’s most recognisable locations.

From the historic grounds of Lanhydrock to the fishing town of Padstow, the surf-friendly beaches of Polzeath, the famous streets of Port Isaac and the legendary cliffs of Tintagel, this tour brings together scenery, history, film locations and the freedom to experience Cornwall at your own pace. The trip from Warwick is approximately 4-5 hours each way depending on traffic.

Lanhydrock, Bodmin

First Stop in Cornwall

Our first major stop takes us to Lanhydrock, one of Cornwall’s most impressive historic country estates.

Explore the beautiful gardens and estate surroundings, discover the fascinating history of the house and enjoy the peaceful Cornish landscape.

Lanhydrock has also provided filming locations for productions including Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, giving visitors the chance to walk through scenery that has appeared on screen. Will pass by Stratford Upon Avon on the way to start the trip from Shakespeare’s birthplace.

Padstow Harbour

All day tour from Warwick Castle into the South West of England 17–18 Hours From £359 per person

This is a true all-day Cornwall experience, departing early from Warwick and returning in the evening after exploring some of Cornwall’s most recognisable locations.

Polzeath Beach

Our journey continues to Polzeath, a beautiful Atlantic beach surrounded by dramatic coastal scenery.

Here, you have a choice:

Have a go at surfing

Take the opportunity to experience Cornwall’s famous surf culture and, subject to availability and conditions, arrange a beginner surf experience.

Or explore at your own pace

Walk along the beach, enjoy the sea views, explore the surrounding area or simply relax and take in the Cornish coastline.

Surfing is an optional activity and is subject to weather, sea conditions and availability. Surf instruction/equipment comes under our additional fee option. All provided by the school

Port Isaac

From Polzeath, we continue to Port Isaac, one of Cornwall’s most atmospheric coastal villages.

Fans of television will recognise Port Isaac as the filming location for the popular series Doc Martin.

Explore the village streets, harbour and coastline and discover some of the locations associated with the show.

Even if you’re not a Doc Martin fan, Port Isaac’s traditional fishing-village character and dramatic coastal setting make it a memorable stop.

King Arthur’s Castle at Tintagel

Final Stop in Cornwall

Our final major destination is the legendary village of Tintagel, home to one of Cornwall’s most spectacular coastal landscapes.

Discover the story and mythology surrounding King Arthur and explore the area around.

Tintagel Castle, dramatically positioned above the Atlantic Ocean.

With rugged cliffs, sea caves, crashing waves and centuries of legend, Tintagel provides a spectacular finale to our Cornwall adventure.

Return to Warwick Castle

After a full day exploring North Cornwall, we’ll begin our journey back to Warwick, arriving back at our starting point by Warwick Castle. Trip to Cornwall is approximately 4-5 hours depending on traffic. Each way.

Expect an approximate 17–18 hour round trip, making this a genuinely immersive Cornwall day adventure. Sleeping is encouraged on the journey do bring an extra pillow!

Tour Rates

Go onto GetYourGuide to book the specific tour suited for you.

Note the bookings are made only using the GetYourGuide app.

Tour Of Shakespeare’s County

£57.00 pp

Explore Cornwall

£359.00 pp (£419.00 with Learn to Surf add-on)

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