For a stay in Earlswood, you can focus on distinct themes combining nature and local history: the three Earlswood Lakes, the Earlswood Moathouse nature reserve, and the museum and church. The lakes are the defining feature of the area’s waterways; oak woodland and great crested newt sightings add to the nature theme. The history can be put into context using specific founding and construction dates. If you are looking for a holiday rental, it helps to decide first whether you want to focus on the lakes, nature conservation or local history.
Lakes and Nature Reserve
The Earlswood Lakes consist of three reservoirs, each covering 22 acres: Terry's Pool, Windmill Pool and Engine Pool. The same area figure makes a simple comparison possible: the figure does not indicate that any one of the three lakes is larger. Their names distinguish the reservoirs, while their equal size identifies them as a group of lakes.
The Earlswood Moathouse nature reserve includes oak woodland. Great crested newts have been sighted in two small ponds in the reserve. The nature theme therefore includes both woodland and targeted wildlife sightings in ponds. The information has different scopes: oak woodland describes one part of the reserve, while the sightings relate to two small ponds.
Museum and Church History
The Earlswood Village Museum preserves the local history of the area and offers people of all ages the opportunity to learn about their cultural heritage. It was founded in 1977 by members of the Earlswood Historical Society. Its subject is the history of the area; at St Patrick, by contrast, specific construction and bell dates are the focus.
School and youth groups can visit the museum by appointment. Groups should confirm this option in advance when planning their visit.
St Patrick's on Salter Street offers several dated milestones: the present church was built in 1899, replacing an earlier church built in 1840. The tower of St Patrick's, Salter Street, received a peal of five bells in 1861. The dates refer to different details—the predecessor building, the present church building and the bells—giving the church theme more than a single historical date.
Sailing, Fishing and Walking
The Earlswood Lakes Sailing Club is a RYA-recognised training centre. Fishing is also available at the Earlswood Lakes; local regulations may change, so check the current conditions before making plans. These are two different areas of interest: a recognised sailing training centre and a fishing opportunity subject to changing local regulations.
The Rail-Trail programme adds walking to the themes. It comprises 36 walks, each named after its starting railway station; Earlswood is one of the named starting stations. The number refers to the programme as a whole. This gives you a distinct walking focus alongside activities at the Lakes and the nature and history themes.
Discover more destinations: Brinklow, Ansty, Bubbenhall, Nuneaton, Alcester, Great Alne, Brandon, Hatton.
For the regional travel overview: Warwickshire.
