Shakespeare's Avon Way
This terrific waterside walk follows the River Avon from its source near Naseby to its confluence with the Severn at Tewkesbury.
Starting at Naseby in Northamptonshire the walk heads to Welford,Rugby, Leamington Spa, Warwick, Stratford Upon Avon and Evesham before finishing at Tewkesbury. There are frequent waterside sections alongside the River Avon and also a section along the Grand Union Canal at Warwick.
The walk is well waymarked with a green and white disc featuring the head of Shakespeare.
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Shakespeare's Avon Way Ordnance Survey Map 
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Shakespeare's Avon Way Open Street Map 
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Shakespeare's Avon Way OS Map 
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Shakespeare's Avon Way Open Street Map 
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Pubs/Cafes
The Fleet Inn is located in a lovely spot east of the Gloucestershire village of Twyning on the river. There's a huge beer garden, and heated pergola terrace where you can enjoy views over the water with your meal. You can find them on Fleet Lane, with postcode GL20 6FL for your sat navs. During the summer months boats also ferry people up the river Avon from Tewkesbury to enjoy the Fleet's hospitality.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Shakespeare's Avon Way marker on a stile beside the River Avon between Tewkesbury and Twyning. Bredon Hill is in the background.
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Stratford upon Avon ( Bridgefoot)
Jephson's Farm. On the Grand Union canal near Myton.
Bridge over River Avon, Lilbourne
Grand Union Canal at Coventry Road, Warwick
Tewkesbury Abbey
Binton Bridge, Welford
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View of River Avon from Grand Union aquaduct Leamington