What's on in Warwick this weekend? Exclusive tour, folk festival and market

By Nadia Sayed 17th Jul 2025

Are you looking for something to do in Warwick this weekend? Well here are our top picks of events and things to do (image via Nub News)
Are you looking for something to do in Warwick this weekend? Well here are our top picks of events and things to do (image via Nub News)

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Here is our list of top picks for events in Warwick this weekend.

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Here are our top picks this week:

1. Step back in time and experience Lord Leycester like never before! 

Visit an exclusive After Hours Tour led by the Lord Leycester's second Master, Thomas Cartwright himself, taking place on Friday 18 July 2025 from 7.00pm to 8.30pm.

Organisers said: "Wander through the historic buildings on a candlelit journey and uncover the secrets of how the Lord Leycester was founded...

"After the tour, enjoy a glass of ale or a soft drink as you chat with Cartwright in character – your chance to ask questions and delve even deeper into the past!"

Tickets are available to book in the ticket office online.

Step back in time and experience Lord Leycester like never before

2. Folk Festival

Warwick Folk Festival returns next week (Thursday 24 July). 

The 45th Warwick Folk Festival returns to Castle Park in Warwick from Thursday 24 – Sunday 27 July.

From legendary headliners to incredible up-and-coming artists, this year's festival promises to be truly special.

The family friendly festival brings the local community together for a celebration of folk history, dance, and general revelry over four days. 

This year the headline acts include Richard Thompson, Le Vent du Nord, Kate Rusby Kate will be performing songs from her extensive catalogue, as well as her iconic favourites.

Visitors can enjoy a full programme of concerts, sing-arounds, dance, intimate acoustic performances or full-on gigs.

Weekend ticket prices start from just £147.

 Visitors can choose from Friday to  Sunday tickets, Thursday to Sunday tickets or just visit for the day, plus under 14s go free!

For more information and to book tickets click here.

3. Warwick Market

And of course this Saturday it is Warwick Market in Market Square.

The weekly market runs in the centre of town every weekend from 9am to 3pm.

Organisers said: "Warwick Market is a great opportunity to shop in a vibrant open-air setting, surrounded by many independent shops and cafes. On our Market, you will find variety and value, sold by new and experienced traders.

"You'll find stalls selling everything from fresh fruit and vegetables, plants and cut flowers, to fresh baking, fish and clothing, to gifts, and food specialities."

More details here.

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