Kenilworth Town Council has launched a new visitors website to show off all the town has to offer to tourists as well as to residents.

The 'Visit Kenilworth' website, which was launched at the start of June, is designed to show that the town has far more than just the castle to offer.

The website has been developed by the town council, local tourist authorities and community groups. Funding has come from the HS2 Business and Local Economy Fund.

Walking trails which can be downloaded straight to a phone and short-break itineraries have been created to help visitors relax and enjoy themselves after lockdown.

Trails are themed around:

- The town's history

- Hidden gems that visitors might not expect to find here

- The town's green spaces.

For visitors wanting to stay a little longer there are complete, themed itineraries which can fill any number of days with historical and artistic discovery, dining and experiences.

The website also offers a themed business directory so visitors can search for the things that inspire them, or that they just want to explore.

"We love the castle and it brings joy to over 110,000 people every year, but there is so much more to our town that we want to share", said new mayor Cllr Peter Jones.

"We have miles and miles of unspoiled walking trails for every ability, open green spaces right in the middle of town and so much choice when it comes to eating and socialising. Now we are able, we want to invite people of all ages to come to Kenilworth to experience the open spaces, treat themselves and most importantly, reconnect with friends and family.

"Kenilworth has been welcoming visitors for over 900 years. The longest medieval siege on English soil, the extended visits of Elizabeth I and the writings of Sir Walter Scott have all helped to shape our town's story and we'd love people to come and add their own chapters."

To visit the website, please follow this link.