FAMILIES are invited to uncover the stories of Warwick’s past through a new interactive town trail.
The ‘Through the Shop Window’ Trail invites participants to explore the town’s streets and shop windows while uncovering the stories of the businesses that once served the town – and Warwick Castle – during the Victorian era and beyond.
From a local baker who supplied bread for a castle elephant to a Warwick butcher renowned for providing sausages for the Earl of Warwick’s breakfast, the trail reveals a host of surprising and entertaining stories drawn from the Warwick Castle archives. Visitors will discover the people, businesses and trades that helped shape the town during the 18th and 19th centuries.
The trail connects shops, streets and gardens across Warwick town centre, using eye-catching window displays, maps and QR codes to reveal hidden links between the town and the castle.
Warwickshire County Council’s heritage spokesperson Coun Darren Cheshire said: “The ‘Through the Shop Window’ Trail brings local history to life in a fun and accessible way for families to do something together. We hope also that it enhances the experience for visitors and encourages them to come again to our historic town.
“We are very grateful to Warwick Town Council and The Friends of the County Record Office for their support with this project.”
Free trail maps are available from the Market Hall Museum, Warwick Tourist Information Centre and participating shops throughout the town.
Participants who complete the trail can have their map stamped at the Tourist Information Centre.
Visit www.heritage.warwickshire.gov.uk for more details.
