Romance in Shakespeare Country

Romance in Shakespeare Country | RSC The Taming of the Shrew. David Caves (Petruchio) and Lisa Dillon (Katharina) (c) RSC (p) GoUK.com

What

Romance in Shakespeare Country

When

February 2012

Where

Shakespeare Country / Stratford-upon-Avon / Warwickshire

The Fanfare

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Shakespeare Country and combine with a short break during half term (11 – 19 February).

Romance your loved one by booking into a luxury country house hotel, enjoy champagne teas, sonnets and love scenes and romantic haunted pub walks or simply relax over a romantic candle-lit dinner in one of the areas many beautiful and historic buildings.

As this is a Leap Year, ladies can propose marriage at one of many romantic locations on 29 February.

Anne Hathaway’s Cottage

Visit Anne Hathaway’s Cottage for a declaration of love on the 14 and 18 February.

The new heart-shaped Lavender maze is the romantic setting for a unique Valentine’s experience.

For just £5 you can proclaim your love or even propose marriage with a glass of bubbly, a sonnet recital and commemorative photograph.

During half term discover the floral symbolism and language of love in Shakespeare’s plays and visit the new maze.

Warwick Castle

Warwick Castle is offering loved-up lasses the chance to pop the big question on Leap Day, with a new proposal package for only £29.02 per person.

Legend has it that in fifth century Ireland, St Bridget complained to St Patrick that men were taking too long to propose marriage and he decreed that once every 4 years – on 29 February women were permitted to ask the question.

The package includes the choice of proposing at one of the site’s most romantic spots – The Mound or The Waterwheel; a glass of champagne each; and two daytime admission tickets.

For an additional £10, loved-up lasses can propose in Merlin: The Dragon Tower or The Castle Dungeon.

During half-term visitors have the opportunity to discover and experience the battle and survival techniques that have put the Grrrr into Great Britain through history.

Book now online to save 20% off ticket prices!

The Royal Shakespeare Company

The Royal Shakespeare Company is hosting a production of The Taming of the Shrew from 19 January – 18 February at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.

Shakespeare’s romantic comedy offers a searing critique of the sometimes cynical business of marriage in this sharp study of sexual politics.

Enjoy a romantic evening at the Rooftop Restaurant and Bar which boasts stunning panoramic views of Shakespeare’s home town, the River Avon and surrounding countryside.

A delicious 3 course meal with a glass of multi award-winning Ridgeview Grosvenor Blanc de Blancs ’07 on arrival and a special Shakespearean treat is available for £32.50 per head.

The offer is available from 7.30pm on Saturday 11 February and Tuesday 14 February 2012 only.

Dashing Jack Pub Ghost Tour with The Falstaff Experience

If you enjoy a cozy pub and tales of tragic loves then begin your Valentines celebrations with the Dashing Jack Pub Ghost Tour with The Falstaff Experience on Friday 10 February.

Jack will lead you around Stratford, spinning spine chilling tales.

So cuddle with your loved one and let Jack lead you safely to 3 of the most haunted pubs. Starts at 8pm and costs £17.50 per person including 3 drinks and a rose for the ladies.

Walking tour of Stratford

On 11 February let The Bard take you and your loved one on a romantic walking tour of Stratford.

Ideal for lovers to cuddle and hold hands as Shakespeare guides them round his home town.

Starts at 12:15pm and costs £5.50 per person.

Lantern Lit Ghost Tour of the Falstaff Experience museum

Alternatively couples that enjoy holding tight to one another will enjoy the Lantern Lit Ghost Tour of the Falstaff Experience museum.

Tours are at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm & 9pm and cost £7.50 per person.

Kenilworth Castle and the Gatehouse

Enjoy a special Valentine’s ghost tour of Kenilworth Castle and the Gatehouse on Friday 17 February at 8pm & 9pm.

Kenilworth Castle is one of England’s most romantic ruined castles, but not all lovers who lived there had a happy existence.

Learn about their lives and deaths.

The Family Fun trail takes place every day during half term from 10am – 4pm when junior investigators can help crack clues and solve a mystery to earn a prize.

Stratford Butterfly Farm

If you are thinking of somewhere romantic to pop the question then visit the UKs largest butterfly paradise at the Stratford Butterfly Farm.

Walk with your loved one through a tropical paradise with hundreds of stunning butterflies flying around you.

The Farm will be running its popular Jungle Explorers Club with handling sessions at 11am and 1:30pm each day during half term.

Plus visitors can see the Farm’s latest new arrivals – two new Iguanas called Bonnie and Clyde!

Hill Close Gardens in Warwick

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a visit to the snowdrop display at Hill Close Gardens in Warwick on the 18 & 19 February.

Enjoy a large indoor display in the visitor centre and more snowdrops out in the restored Victorian gardens.

A wide variety of snowdrop plants will be on sale as well as other spring plants.

On 16 February children will have the chance to explore the 16 Victorian gardens and see signs of new life indicating spring is on its way!

Plus there’s a choice of two workshops with plenty of craft activities for younger children.

Heritage Motor Centre

If you love cars or the love of your life loves speed then a visit to the Heritage Motor Centre is a must.

The Centre is set to host an exciting new exhibition entitled “Motoring Record Breakers” from 11 February – 2 September and will present the best of motoring record breakers including some of the fastest British cars, the slowest, smallest, most economical and the more wacky record breakers.

Families can also enjoy a special half term ‘Record Breaking’ fun week with a themed quiz and trail plus a free family craft day on 16 February.

Shakespeare Country

For accommodation, special offers and more information visit the official website: www.Shakespeare-Country.co.uk or call Shakespeare Country on 01926 471 329.