Day 1 – Town & heritage
- Morning: Start at the Clock Tower then wander to St Andrew’s Church for architecture and a quiet moment. Coffee nearby.
- Late morning: Pop into small galleries and gift shops off Regent Street; pick up locally made cards, ceramics, or prints.
- Lunch: Deli boards or a quick bowl of pasta in the town centre.
- Afternoon: Stroll Caldecott Park—flower beds in season, bench time year-round. If you’re with kids, bring bubbles or a ball.
- Evening: Pub dinner (good for pies and seasonal specials). Nightcap at a cosy bar—many carry Warwickshire gins.
Day 2 – Nature & nibbling
- Morning: Head to Draycote Water (short drive/bus via Dunchurch). Walk or cycle the reservoir loop; birdwatchers, bring binoculars.
- Lunch: Picnic with market-day finds or grab a lakeside bite.
- Afternoon: Back in town for dessert and coffee; poke around vintage corners for books and vinyl.
- Evening: Share plates at a bistro or go classic with curry and naan; finish with gelato on the stroll back.
Low-stress planning tips
- Car-free? Trains and local buses make this doable; keep an eye on return times.
- Weather plan: Swap Draycote for a museum/gallery browse and a long lunch if it pours.
- Budget: Mix picnics with one “treat” dinner—Rugby’s independents offer solid value.
