Warwick: Area, History and Background
Riding are well acquainted with the United Kingdom, its cities and towns.
Below is some historic, cultural and background information about the area of Warwick in the United Kingdom.
- Warwick is the county town of Warwickshire, England.
- It lies upon the River Avon, 18 km (11 miles) south of Coventry and 4 km (2.5 miles) west of Leamington Spa.
- Warwick has a population of 25,434 (2001 census).
- It hosts annual festivals ranging from the Spoken Word to Classical and Contemporary Music to a Folk Festival.
- Warwick is also known for Warwick Racecourse, near the west gate of the medieval town.
- It is twinned with Saumur in France and Verden, Germany.
- Warwick was twinned with Saumur in 1976. Verden.
- It also has good rail links, with direct rail services to Leamington Spa, London, Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon.
- Due to its proximity to north-south and east-west motorway routes, many companies have their head office in the town.
- Its and its historic buildings have featured in a number of television series, including the BBC's drama series Dangerfield.
- Warwick has many long established sports clubs including Warwick Hockey Club which was founded in 1920.