Whitchurch Farm BandB - In a peaceful rural setting on the edge of the Cotswolds, but only 3 miles (5 km) south of Stratford-upon-Avon, this beautifully preserved Georgian house offers charming accommodation. With a great location from which to explore South Warwickshire and the beautiful North Cotswolds, Whitchurch Farm is a family-run bed and breakfast on a working sheep farm. There are 4 centrally heated en suite rooms, each with a TV, a clock radio, a hairdryer and tea/coffee. Free wireless internet access is available throughout. There is a separate guest sitting room with a log burner. A full English breakfast is included in the price, with a range of alternative options also available. Evening meals are available at an additional cost, by prior request. The dining room has won awards from the local council for its breakfasts and from the AA for the outstanding preparation of its food. Locally sourced seasonal produce is used wherever possible, including game and lamb from the farm.

The Mary Arden Inn - A traditional country inn with rooms. Just three miles from Stratford centre. A beautiful inn offering good food, fine wine and real ales with traditional accommodation in a stunning location. Formerly a splendid private house, the Mary Arden Inn dates back to the 1700s. You may recognise the name Mary Arden as William Shakespeare's mother. Standing opposite Mary Arden's house, the inn offers the perfect country retreat for visiting Stratford upon Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare, and all of the local heritage and history. The Mary Arden Inn has 11 en-suite bedrooms, all decorated and furnished in a traditional style to compliment the beautiful building. The traditional bar with an open fireplace and original beams offers an extensive bar menu, along with a selection of real ales and plenty of character. The bar leads on to a charming terrace and beer garden, which is the ideal setting for a relaxing summer. The Mary Arden restaurant also offers an excellent a la cart? menu, complemented by an imaginative wine list and relaxed ambience.