Explore the charming town of Kenilworth, just a short drive from Birmingham, known for its rich history and the iconic Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden.

There are plenty of West Midlands towns that standout due to their historical significance.

One might immediately think about Stratford-upon-Avon, due to its cultural impact as it’s known for being the birthplace of the country’s most famous playwright, William Shakespeare.

However, there’s another Warwickshire town that is worth visiting, and this town has an incredible landmark that attract visitors from all over the country.

We’d like to draw your attention to the small town of Kenilworth.

For Brummies, the town is not too far away, being a 34 minute drive from Birmingham, and you can travel via A452 and M6.

Once you arrive, you’ll notice that the town has a village type of feel, as it has significantly less people than Birmingham. According to the most recent census, the town has a population of 22,230.

Arguably, the town’s most famous landmark is Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden which has a Google reviews score of 4.7 stars based on 7,352 reviews.

Kenilworth Castle is a standout tourist attraction | Kenilworth Castle. Photo by James O. Davies / English Heritage

placeholder image — Kenilworth Castle is a standout tourist attraction | Kenilworth Castle. Photo by James O. Davies / English Heritage

Kenilworth Castle has a rich 900-year history and is renowned for its ancient castle. Adult tickets to the Castle typically cost £14.50, while a child ticket costs £9. The castle is open from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays.

One Google reviewer, Stephen Beard, wrote, ‘Well restored and presented historical castle and grounds. Very informative and interesting, especially with the Wicked Game art installation. Not very accessible for wheelchairs due to all the stairs to the levels in the Castle, but good access to the site, garden, cafe and toilet. Could do with more toilets!’

Aside from the town’s landmark tourist attraction, its ancient High Street is an ancient roadway, commonly referred to as ‘Alta Strada’ because of its high elevation.

On this street, you can find a series of historic buildings and hotels perfect for a quiet weekend away.

For further amenities, the town is nearby to Coventry and Warwick.