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Things to see in Atherstone (United Kingdom): 28 places and when to go
Atherstone is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 28 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (8), Nature (7), History (6). The best known are Battle of Bosworth Field, Tamworth Castle and Twycross Zoo. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 52.6524, -1.5282
- Places
- 28 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (8) · Nature (7) · History (6) · With kids (4) · Temples (4) · Museums and art (4)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- MAN Manchester, Greater Manchester, 92 km as the crow flies
What to see in Atherstone
The places in and around Atherstone, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Battle of Bosworth Field1485 last significant battle of the Wars of the Roses10 km
- Tamworth CastleGrade I listed Norman motte and bailey castle and museum in Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom12 km
- Twycross ZooZoo in Leicestershire, England, UK3 m
- Drayton Manor ResortTheme park and zoo13 km
- Church of St Andrew, Clifton CampvilleChurch in Clifton Campville, Staffordshire, England, UK8.1 km
- Donington le Heath Manor House MuseumUK historic house museum in Donington le Heath, Coalville, Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom12 km
- Church of St Editha, TamworthChurch in Tamworth, England11 km
- Statfold Barn RailwayRailway line and museum in Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom7.7 km
- Ashby de la Zouch MuseumLocal museum in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, United Kingdom11 km
- St Mary The Church of Our Lady, MerevaleChurch in Merevale, Warwickshire, England, UK9.0 km
- Kelham BridgePark in United Kingdom11 km
- Merevale HallEnglish country house in Warwickshire, England, UK9.2 km
- Midshires WayLong-distance footpath in England11 km
- Moira FurnaceBlast furnace in Leicestershire, England, UK9.0 km
- Pooley HallCountry house in Polesworth, Warwickshire, England, UK7.0 km
- Saltersford WoodPark in United Kingdom7.4 km
- Church of St Peter & St Paul, KingsburyChurch in Kingsbury, North Warwickshire, England, UK14 km
- Alvecote Meadows Nature ReserveProtected area7.8 km
- Bosworth Water ParkWith kids7.2 km
- ConkersWith kids10 km
- Hodge Lane Local Nature ReserveProtected area8.4 km
- Ivanhoe WayHiking11 km
- Leatherbritches BreweryBrewery12 km
- Merry Miner BreweryBrewery4.9 km
And the other 4, by what you come to do:
- Hiking: National Forest Way
- Food and drink: Tollgate Brewery
- Nature: Town Wall Nature Reserve, Warwickshire Moor Local Nature Reserve
When to go to Atherstone
The best time to visit Atherstone is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:55
- FebPossible9:36
- MarPossible11:30
- AprBest time13:40
- MayBest time15:32
- JunBest time16:35
- JulBest time16:09
- AugBest time14:30
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:18
- NovBetter not8:24
- DecPossible7:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25. In April, 28 of the 28 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Atherstone
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN, Manchester, Greater Manchester), 92 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Lichfield46 places21 km
- Coventry89 places26 km
- Leicester63 places27 km
- Derby66 places29 km
- Birmingham365 places33 km
- Nottingham93 places43 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Atherstone?
The best known: Battle of Bosworth Field, Tamworth Castle, Twycross Zoo, Drayton Manor Resort, Church of St Andrew, Clifton Campville. In all, 28 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Atherstone?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 35 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 25.
How do you get to Atherstone?
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN), 92 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Atherstone as the destination and these 28 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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