areas within Warwickshire
| Alcester | Kenilworth | Rugby | Stratford-upon-Avon |
| Atherstone | Leamington Spa | Shipston-on-Stour | Studley |
| Bedworth | Nuneaton | Southam | Warwick |
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The county of Warwickshire
Best known as the birth place of William Shakespeare, Warwickshire is a landlocked county in the heart of England, with a population of approximately half a million. The terrain is gently rolling, with outcroppings of the Cotswold Hills in the South, and the Avon serving as the main river. The area to the North of Stratford-upon-Avon was formerly the Forest of Arden and, even though much of the forest was cleared during the Middle Ages and the industrial revolution, the area still maintains a wooded character. Some light industry is practiced in Warwickshire, but the area is primarily agricultural. Numerous traces of the Roman occupation remain, such as the Abbeys of Merevale and Stoneleigh, and the ruins of the castle at Kenilworth. Warwick Castle is still largely intact and an excellent place to explore. Stratford-upon-Avon is steeped in culture and history and is set in the beautiful rural Warwickshire countryside, on the banks of the river Avon. There is much to do here, including shopping at the lively market, sampling the local beer and seeing a play at Globe Theatre, which is one of England's most popular literary attractions.
A brief history
The origin of the county's name (first recorded as Waeinewiscscr) is Anglo-Saxon, meaning "The farm by a river dam". During the Middle Ages Warwickshire was dominated by Coventry, which at the time was one of the most important cities in England, due to its textiles trade. The county played a key part in the English Civil War, with the battle of Edgehill and other skirmishes taking place there. During the industrial revolution Warwickshire became one of Britain's foremost industrial counties, with the large industrial cities of Birmingham and Coventry within its boundaries. In 1974 boundary changes removed Birmingham and Coventry from the county, leaving the present day county with its rather odd shape. The county's main town is Warwick, which has a number of picturesque half-timbered houses, including the Elizabethan Oken's House which is now a doll museum. The county's rivers are the Avon, Tame and Anker, and its highest point is Ilmington Downs at 854 feet.
Living in Warwickshire
Due to its central location, good communications and fast mainline rail service, Warwickshire has always been popular with local people, pushing property prices up for houses close to the road and rail links. Warwickshire is also a popular choice for people who are purchasing second homes. People searching for a second property in Warwickshire will find plenty to choose from. If you are searching for a second home in Shakespeare country, you will find plenty of houses for sale in Stratford-upon-Avon. You should expect to pay £236k+ for a two bedroom Victorian cottage. If you are a first time buyer or looking for a property to purchase for investment purposes, you might be searching for flats in Warwick. For a two bedroom flat in a brand new purpose development expect to pay £159k+. Warwick has a wide variety of small specialised shops located around the market place and Swan Street, and the market place hosts a Saturday market, as well as fortnightly themed farmers' markets and French markets.
There is a good variety of property for sale in Warwickshire, including Georgian houses, modern detached and semi-detached houses, Grade II listed traditional red brick and timber houses, cottages, farm houses, brand new town houses and developments of flats. You will be able to find these and lots more in the estate agents in Warwickshire, so do have a look at the selection of property for sale in Warwickshire on Primelocation.com.
Employment prospects are good in Warwickshire; add to that the wealth of market towns and good schools, the county is attracting families. In North Warwickshire some of the main employers include BMW, who employ over 650 people, Chubb, Birds Eye Walls and Sainsbury's (employing around 1100 people). Warwickshire is generally an affluent county, and property prices are reflected accordingly in the more favoured areas such as Stratford-upon-Avon and Warwick. Property for sale in Rugby is slightly lower in price and this area is popular with first time buyers and professional couples. Rugby is the birthplace of Rugby Football the game to which this historic market town gave its name. Rugby offers a wide selection of high street and independent stores, bars and restaurants, as well as a host of entertainment opportunities including a library, an art gallery and museum, a leisure centre with swimming pool and a multi-screen cinema complex. As well as all this Rugby is surrounded by beautiful walkways through unspoilt countryside and along scenic towpaths. You should expect to pay £118k+ for a one bedroom flat in a brand new development.
If you are searching for property for sale in Warwickshire you will find the county is noted for its wide choice of individual shops, high street names and department stores, many set in attractive shopping-friendly pedestrianised centres. The award winning Royal Priors Shopping Centre in Leamington Spa is well worth a visit, and has many well known high street names. The rest of the Parade and surrounding roads also have individual shops catering for all tastes. The brand new Rope Walk Shopping Centre in Nuneaton town centre offers a good range of new shops and services that complements the existing range present within the town centre. Stratford-upon-Avon offers an excellent selection of shops, as well as coffee shops, tea rooms and snack bars. There is a mixture of open-air and enclosed precincts, and the shops range from small antique/curio shops, to major department stores. Just outside the main town centre you will find a selection of DIY and supermarket type precincts.
Travel and transport links in the county of Warwickshire
Situated in the centre of England, Warwickshire is within easy reach of most major towns in the UK. A number of main motorways pass through the region, and the nearby airports of Coventry and Birmingham mean that the rest of the world is also within easy reach. Warwickshire benefits from fast and frequent rail services. People searching for houses in Rugby will be able to travel into London in just one hour. If you're searching for property to rent in Stratford-upon-Avon the duration of the train journey to London is one hour and 30 minutes. By road, Warwick is 90 miles from London via the M40; Coventry 92 miles via the M6 and M1.
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3 bedrooms house in Chesford Crescent, Warwick - Asking price of £165,000
A well presented, deceptively spacious home situated conveniently for both Warwick and Leamington Spa towns, also having local amenity nearby. The accommodation benefits from double glazing and...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Birchfield Close, Wood End, Warwickshire - Asking price of £155,000
A link detached property in a village setting enjoying open country views to the front aspect situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, benefiting from no upper chain, part double glazing and gas central...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Bramdene Avenue, Nuneaton, Warwickshire - Asking price of £164,950
A well presented three bedroom Semi detached house situated within a very popular residential location. Gas central heating and double glazing throughout. Porch, hall, lounge, dining room and...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Westlea Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire - Asking price of £129,950
* Established semi-detached house * Well located for access to Railway Station * Two double bedrooms * Fitted dining kitchen * Living room with bay window * First floor re-fitted bathroom * No Chain... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Alice Close, Bedworth,Warwickshire - Offers in excess of £160,000
YOUR MOVE are pleased to offer for sale this detached house which benefits from gas central heating, double glazing where stated and no upward chain. The accommodation briefly comprises entrance...... view full details
1 bedroom flat in Coton Meadows, Rugby, Warwickshire - Asking price of £69,995
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1 bedroom flat in High Street, Southam, Warwickshire - Auction guide price of £45,000
For sale by auction* flat on 2nd floor with 1 bed which is leasehold with vacant possession. ... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Denby Close, Leamington Spa - Asking price of £154,995
A 3 bedroom semi detached house situated in the north west of Leamington Spa. Convenient for local amenities, schools, bus routes and Leamington Spa town . The spacious family accommodation...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Avon Crescent, Alcester, Warwickshire - Asking price of £174,950
A Freehold well maintained three bedroom semi-detached house occupying a corner position with the benefit of large gardens to the rear and side of the property providing potential for extension...... view full details
