MUSEUMS, EXHIBITIONS & GALLERIES

Tours of Rugby School
Visit Rugby School, birthplace of Rugby football, scene of Tom Brown's School Days, home of poet Rupert Brooke and the school which educated Lewis Carrol, author of "Alice in Wonderland". The school's museum tells the story of Rugby, its people and its famous game. Guided tours of the school take place every day at 2.30pm, except Sunday and Monday. The museum opens Tuesday to Saturday 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Tel: 01788 574117.

Webb Ellis Rugby Football Museum
Housed in the building where Gilberts have made the world famous footballs since 1842. Tel 01788 542426.

Ryton Organic Gardens, Ryton, Coventry
Partron HRH Prince of Wales. Glorious gardens set in the heart of England; ten acres of beautiful landscaped grounds all cared for in harmony with nature. Many interesting courses throughout the year including vegetarian cookery, potato days, homeopathic courses, water colour painting, gardening weekends and wine club. Tel: 024 76 308211.

Althorpe
The family home of Princess Diana. The Spencer family is one of Britain's aristocratic dynasties. Linked by ties of family and friendship to the Royal Houses of England and much of continental Europe. Tel: 01604 592020.

The Mill Studio
This fine purpose built arts and crafts studio can cater for both beginner and expert. The Mill Studio provides expert tuition in pleasurable and relaxed surroundings. Tel 01788 814976.

Warwick Castle
Visit the antique shops and enjoy the old half-timbered and stone buildings in this ancient, historic town. Includes Warwick Castle, the finest medieval castle in England. Enjoy Kingmakers feast and a full evening of medieval entertainments. Open every day (except Christmas Day). Tel: 01926 406600.

Midlands Air Museum, Coventry
This museum houses a unique collection in the 'Sir Frank Whittle Jet Heritage Centre', of aircraft, engines and supporting exhibits illustrating the fascinating story of the jet age. On display is something for everyone, from Humber Bleriot to the supersonic Lightning including such classics as the Meteor, Vulcan, Hunter, Starfighter and Phantom. Tel: 024 76 301033.

The Museum of British Road Transport, Coventry
This museum has much to offer lover of the automobile and classic transportation. Tel: 024 76 832425.

Compton Verney
A wonderful art gallery housed in superb period stately home set in beautiful parkland. Tel: 01926 641777.

British Motor Heritage Museum, Gaydon
The most comprehensive collection of historic British motor vehicles in the world. Also includes a 4x4 driving range. Tel: 01926 641118.

NEC - The National Exhibition Centre
Dunchurch is very conveniently situated for the NEC which holds various exhibitions and concerts throughout the year.

Coombe Abbey
Enjoy a Medieval Banquet, a cabaret or musical hall evening. Themed lunches and dinners in the superbly renovated 12th Century Coombe Abbey. Tel: 024 76 450450.

Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
Visit Rugby's new stunning library/gallery complex. Tel: 01788 533201.

TOWNS TO VISIT

Kenilworth
Visit the magnificent sandstone castle ruin where Queen Elizabeth I was lavishly entertained in 1575 by her would-be-lover, Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicestershire. An ideal place for a picnic on a fine day or visit the local taverns.

Royal Leamington Spa
A charming Regency Spa town with a popular shopping centre and lovely landscaped parks.

Stratford-Upon-Avon
See the famous Shakespeare Theatre, take a boat trip on the river and enjoy visiting the two world-famous dwellings, Shakespeare's birthplace and Anne Hathaway's cottage.

The Cotswolds
Just 30 minutes drive from Dunchurch and you are in the beautiful and historic Cotswolds.

SPORTING ACTIVITIES

Golfing
The finest local golfing is only a stones throw away from the village at Whitefields Golf Centre. Acres of beautifully tended grassland make for a pleasurable golfing experience. Tel: 01788 521800. Leam Valley Golf Centre includes a 9-hole course and driving range. Tel: 01788 522718.

The Ken Marriott Leisure Centre, Rugby
All you need to keep in shape including swimming, squash, climbing, aerobics, sauna. Tel: 01788 550303.