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Morning
Located within the ancient Forest of Arden, Packwood House is a romantic setting with a homely atmosphere. The lavish interior provides a stunning backdrop for the French and Flemish tapestries and furniture from the 17th and 18th centuries.
Visitors to Packwood House enjoy the beautiful gardens and in particular, the unusual topiary which depicts the twelve disciples and the ‘Sermon on the Mount’. The gardens open at 11.00am and the house at 12.00 noon.
Lunch?
When you have concluded your tour of Packwood, visit Baddesley Clinton, only two miles away and enjoy lunch in the Barn Restaurant.
Afternoon
Baddesley Clinton, located only nine miles from Solihull, is a romantic and atmospheric moated manor house. Dating from the 15th century, Baddesley has changed very little since 1633.
Enjoy the Elizabethan interiors that reflect the time when Baddesley Clinton was a haven for persecuted Catholics; there are three priest holes in the house.
Extra day?
If you are staying in the region for the weekend, you should also fit in a visit to Charlecote Park near Warwick.
Charlecote Park sums up the very essence of Tudor England with mellow brickwork and great chimneys. Queen Elizabeth I visited the house, and it is alleged that, as a young man, Shakespeare was caught poaching deer in the park.
After visiting the house, explore the gardens and the landscape park, which was designed by ‘Capability’ Brown. Set in the grounds of Charlecote, the Orangery Restaurant offers a wide selection of refreshments.
Charlecote Park has a stunning holiday cottage which offers a relaxing break; for more information call the booking line on 0870 4584422 or visit our holiday cottages site. There are plenty of local restaurants and pubs to enjoy an evening meal near Charlecote Park, ‘The Kings Head’ offers a wide menu and is reasonably priced, or in nearby Stratford, visitors have a wide choice of eateries.
When can you go?
Before visiting a property, we strongly advise that you check its opening times, as properties open on different days and at different times. This information is detailed on the individual property pages, which you can search for by finding a place to visit.
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