West Midlands Travel Guide

On first impression, Stratford-Upon-Avon strikes you as a rather sleepy market town, with night life not amounting to much more than having a few pints with the locals in a dark pub. However, come July bank holiday, Stratford throws of its misleading cloak off quaintness and tranquility, brings out its florescent sunglasses in preparation of being the proud host of “Global Gathering”- the award-winning annual electronic music and dance festival. The... Read More

Although most of us would like to visit Stratford during a midsummer night’s dream, more often than not an unfortunate English prognostic of cloudiness and the risk of showers is to be expected. Thankfully, come tempest or winter wind, visiting Shakespeare country is well equipped with cozy hotels to make sure a snug stay can always be enjoyed. If you are looking for family friendly hospitality, a good choice is to stay in one of the many cozy Bed... Read More

After a morning spent touring the historic sites that Stratford-Upon-Avon has on offer, a well earned tea break should definitely be on the agenda. And what better place to explore the amazing high tea culture than true Shakespeare country- where a sonnet and a scone seems a perfect way to while away an afternoon. Afternoon tea is by far the most quintessential British tradition. Dating back to the 1800’s, the taking of high tea was introduced by Anna, the... Read More