Children-go-free offers and £1 tickets are among the deals being offered by Warwickshire attractions as families look for affordable ways to fill the school holidays.

The county’s tourist board, Shakespeare's England, has rounded up some of the best-value family days out across the region this summer, at a time when the Government has introduced its Great British Summer Savings scheme to help with the cost of a day out.

---

Some of the best value days out in Warwickshire include:

£1 child tickets at the British Motor Museum

The British Motor Museum in Gaydon is offering one of the biggest savings of the summer, with child tickets priced at just £1 between 25 June and 1 September.

Families can explore more than 400 historic British vehicles, alongside two major exhibitions included in the admission price: Forza Horizon 6: The Experience and Spoiler Alert: The Hot Hatch Story. Adults pay £18 in advance (£21 on the day), while children aged five to 16 can enter for £1. Under-fives go free.

 

Children go free at the Lord Leycester

Families visiting Warwick can take advantage of free admission for children under 12 at the Lord Leycester from 18 July until 30 August, when accompanied by a paying adult.

Alongside exploring one of Britain's best-preserved medieval buildings, youngsters can enjoy Fairies in the Garden – featuring a fairy trail, arts and crafts, outdoor activities and family-friendly experiences inspired by the famous Cottingley Fairies.

 

Kids stay free at Coombe Abbey Hotel

Families planning a summer staycation can make their budget go further with Coombe Abbey Hotel's children stay free offer, which is available throughout the school summer holidays with two paying adults on selected dates.

Set within historic surroundings and overlooking 500 acres of parkland, the former Cistercian abbey offers an ideal base for families looking to explore Warwickshire's attractions.

 

Reduced admission at West Midlands Safari Park

West Midlands Safari Park is reducing admission prices throughout the summer holidays, with tickets starting from £17.40 per person between 25 June and 1 September.

Families can enjoy a full day of wildlife encounters and attractions, while a special midweek adult and preschooler ticket means one adult and one child aged under five can visit from £17.10.

 

Free entry for under-18s at Compton Verney

Compton Verney is combining reduced admission prices for adults with free entry for everyone aged 18 and under between 25 June and 31 August.

As well as exploring the galleries, sculpture park and 120 acres of parkland, families can take part in a programme of free activities including rocket car launches, printmaking workshops, collaborative art projects and giant block-building sessions.

 

Watch England's best bowlers, with kids going free

Families looking for something different can head to Victoria Park in Royal Leamington Spa on 15 August, when children can attend the National Bowls Finals for free with a paying adult using the promotional code FUNDAY26.

Alongside watching England's top bowlers compete, visitors can enjoy family games, food and drink, and even have a go at bowls themselves.

 

Kids play and eat for free at Cobbs Farm Shop

Cobbs Farm Shop near Stratford-upon-Avon is offering one free children's lunch with every paying adult from 13 July until 4 September, Monday to Friday.

Families can also enjoy free access to the outdoor play area and meet the farm's chickens, goats, ducks and pigs, alongside free events including a Summer Makers Market and children's craft day.

 

Low-cost history brought to life in Warwick

Heritage & Culture Warwickshire is running a series of affordable family events throughout the holidays.

Children can enjoy an interactive Playhouse experience at St John's House on 4 and 5 August, with tickets costing £8 per child and £4 per adult, while a brand-new Civil War Re-enactment Weekend takes place on 8 and 9 August with tickets priced at £6 for adults and £4 for children. Families can also enjoy free entry to Market Hall Museum in Warwick.

 

Much ado about walking in Stratford-upon-Avon

Families wanting to explore Stratford-upon-Avon at their own pace can join the Discover Stratford in 60 Minutes guided walk, running Monday to Friday at 2pm until the end of September.

Led by an experienced guide, the accessible one-hour tour takes in the town's historic streets, riverside, and Shakespearean landmarks, bringing centuries of history to life through fascinating stories and local insights. It's designed to give visitors a flavour of Stratford without taking up the whole day, making it easy to combine with other attractions.

Adult tickets cost £10, children aged 8-15 are £5, and under-eights go free.

 

Save on a tropical adventure at Stratford Butterfly Farm

Stratford Butterfly Farm is also reducing admission prices throughout the school holidays by passing on the Government's temporary VAT reduction to visitors.

Alongside hundreds of free-flying tropical butterflies, families can enjoy daily educational talks and demonstrations in the Discovery Zone throughout the summer.

 

A full day of activities for £15 at FarGo Village

FarGo Village’s Youth Takeover event on 1 August (10am to 4pm) offers children aged seven to 14 a full day of creative, active and wellbeing-focused activities for £15.

Led by professional instructors, the programme includes skateboarding, contemporary dance, yoga, mindfulness, guided art and meditation sessions, giving young people the chance to try new activities, learn new skills and make new friends in a safe and supportive environment.

 

A right royal day out at St Mary's Guildhall

A new Majestic Monarchs of St Mary's exhibition is running throughout the school holidays.

From 18 July until 30 August, children can enjoy a crown jewels quest, clay wax seal crafts, historical costumes and family-friendly activities inspired by centuries of royal history.

Go CV members are able to visit for under £10 for one adult and up to three children, while family tickets start from £14.50 without a Go CV card, including access to the exhibition, family trail and craft activities.