Local information and directions
Warwick offers visitors an exciting blend of old and new, as over 1000 years of history are incorporated fully and sensitively into the modern vibrant county town of Warwickshire.
Originally founded in the 10th century to defend against Danish invaders, Warwick was a strategically important town guarding roads and river crossings. The impressive castle still stands intact and defiant above the River Avon today.
Much of the town centre was destroyed by the great fire of 1694, but significant examples of medieval architecture remain at the Guildhall (now the Lord Leycester Hospital) and around Oken's House. St. Mary's church was partially rebuilt following the fire and sits comfortably amongst contemporary buildings in warm red brick and yellow stone.
How to get to Warwick
Warwick is situated at centre of England with easy links to airports, rail stations, the motorway network and even the canal system.
The town has long-stay and short-stay parking facilities as well as on-street parking available for 30 minutes to two hours. Most on-street parking is free in the evenings and on Sundays. Scroll down for a map showing car parks in Warwick.
By Rail
Enquries and Timetable Information
08457 484950
Warwick Station is situated half-mile from the town centre and is within easy walking distance or by bus or taxi. There are direct services from Leamington Spa, London, Banbury and Birmingham.
Leamington Spa Station is 2 miles from Warwick, which is easily reached by train, bus or taxi. There are direct services from, London, Oxford, Brighton, Poole, Scotland, Yorkshire, Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham.
By Air
Flightlink Enquries and Timetable Information
08705 757747
By Coach
National Express Coaches Enquries and Timetable Information
08705 808080
National Express Coaches run extensive services that call at Warwick from around the country.
By Canal
Saltisford Canal Centre
Enquries and Information
01926 490005
Narrow boat owners will find convenient moorings at the Saltisford arm of the Grand Union canal.
By Car
Click here for a Google map and driving directions to the festival campsite
WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU USE J14 IF COMING FROM THE NORTH OR J13 IF COMING FROM THE SOUTH THEN FOLLOW SIGNS FOR WARWICK. (Junction 15 will direct you through the town centre, which is often congested).
Warwick is served by an extensive motorway network.
From London and the South take the M40, exit at Junction 13 and follow the town centre signs.
From the SouthWest take the M5, M42 & M40, exit at Junction 14 and follow the town centre signs.
From the NorthWest take the M6, M42 & M40, exit at Junction 14 and follow the town centre signs.
From the NorthEast take the M1, M69, A45 & A46, exit when you see the Warwick and town centre signs.
From the East take the A14, M6, A45, A46, exit when you see the Warwick and town centre signs.
Map of Warwick, showing Car Parks
