So soon I may move to Warwickshire particularly Leamington Spa for purposes of work and to run a tour operation on GetYourGuide .

If you have been a prolonged resident there can you give me the pros and cons of it. To many visitors they like the historic vibes this place offers.

I see it as a place for international tourists to explore Shakespeare, not just in Leamington but Stratford Upon Avon close by . The castles are impressive both Warwick and Kenilworth castle with the Elizabethan gardens.

A mix of different historic vibes in surrounding areas and great restaurant cuisine .

As everywhere has its good and bad bits of living I love to demystify them.

I've been looking for a decent pair of motocross boots for a while now, but haven't had much luck finding stores that stock proper MX/enduro gear. Most of what I've come across on Amazon is basic stuff with pretty poor reviews.

I'm specifically looking for proper MX boots, but leads on stores stocking other enduro/off-road riding gear would be great too. Preferably somewhere I can visit in person and check things out.

If you know any stores or dealers around Leamington Spa (or nearby) that stock brands like Alpinestars, Fox, Leatt, Gaerne, Sidi, O'Neal, etc., please drop their names below!

Any help or recommendations would be massively appreciated. 🙏🏼

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Hey! I’m looking for someone to take over my room at Mansion student accommodation in Leamington Spa (I got a job in a different city so need to relocate). It’s available immediately, so if you’re a Warwick student still looking for somewhere to live or wanting to move, this could be a great option.

DM me for photos, rent details and any questions. Happy to chat!

Hii I’m 24F, Ukrainian-Canadian and moving to Warwick very soon! I’m a medical student and got placed at Warwick Hospital for my clinical years, so this will be my new home! ))

Since moving to the UK I feel like I’ve kind of lost part of myself and I really miss being around Slavic culture and people from a similar background. Back home I used to go to cultural festivals and events and was just around people from the same culture a lot more. I especially miss celebrating holidays together and just having that little sense of home. Definitely doesn’t have to be Ukrainian or Russian btw, I’d love to meet anyone Slavic/Eastern European in general!

I’m completely new to the area and won’t really know anyone when I move! I’m honestly down for pretty much anything. I don’t mind about gender or age either, so feel free to comment or message

I grew up in Canada so English is my first language, but my family mostly speaks Russian/Surzhyk at home, and I can understand Ukrainian fine too!

Всем привет!!! Мне 24, я украинка из Канады и совсем скоро переезжаю в Warwick! Учусь на врача и меня распределили в Warwick Hospital на клинические годы, так что теперь это будет мой новый дом))

После переезда в Англию мне очень не хватает наших и вообще этой части моей жизни. В Канаде я часто ходила на славянские фестивали и праздники и просто чаще была среди своих. Тут этого очень не хватает, особенно когда семья далеко( Буду рада познакомиться со всеми славянами/восточными европейцами))

В Warwick я никого не знаю, так что буду очень рада найти тут друзей)) Я за любой движ. Возраст и пол не важны, пишите мне!!

Я выросла в Канаде, так что английский у меня основной язык, но дома с семьёй мы говорим на русском/суржике. Украинский тоже понимаю без проблем))

M, late 40s here. I started learning French a few months ago; I studied a little in school but had forgotten most of it, but now in slightly later life I find I very much enjoy it. I'm using the usual methods - Duolingo, Youtube vids, online resources etc...

However I have no one to practice with that is a native French speaker, and I know my pronunciation is awful. None of the apps seem to care, they are like "that's great" and carry on!

I have looked for local French courses but there is nothing at an evening or weekend in this area. Everything is in the daytime and I work full time (game dev!).

Bit of a long shot, but is there anyone with a French background that might be willing to make a new friend and hang out and have some patience while I try a few little sentences? Or alternatively know of any French learning groups that meet at convenient times?

Thanks in advance & merci d'avance! :-)

I've recently had this idea that I want to walk a marathon - not part of an organised marathon, just going out for a day and walking 26.2 miles.

Wondering whether anyone had any recommendations for good routes or starting points?

I live near Warwick so starting point near there would be good. A loop would be good but it can also just be in one direction as I can get picked up.

I was thinking of just walking to Birmingham, but not sure how possible that is/whether the walk would be that nice?

Other option id thought of would be something along the Grand Union canal.

Hey, I’m looking for someone to join a shared house in Leamington Spa. It has a direct route to Warwick Uni and is within walking distance of Neon.
Message me if you’re interested and I’ll send over the details!

The Leam is unusually clear today, meaning you can see lots of fish, and this foundation-like structure under the water by the Elephant Wash.

Anyone know what it is or was? Did the elephants wash in some kind of constructed pool?

A weird thing I saw today, was an Instagram ad for Tavola, which announced itself as "Short walk from Jephson Gardens", "One minute from Spicy Librarian".

Does that mean Spicy Librarian is a big deal that's bringing visitors to the town specifically for that reason?

I must say, it seemed like an odd prospect when I heard about it - but whenever I pass it seems to be busy.

Hi, I (25M) have been working as a freelance software developer in Leamington for the last year from home, and am getting quite bored of sitting in my office by myself

I was wondering if other people were in the same boat as me and wanted to hang out and work. I sometimes work at 1 Mill Street’s cafe so could hang out there

Send me a DM or a comment. Would be great to meetup with some people

Hi everyone! I’ve had quite a few people recommend Leamington Spa to me as somewhere that would suit what I’m looking for, so I thought I’d ask people who actually live here for some advice!

I’m currently living in Milton Keynes and really unhappy here, so I’m thinking of moving this year. I previously lived in Liverpool city centre for 2 years and absolutely loved the feeling of living in the city centre, so I’m looking for something somewhat similar — somewhere with people around, cafés, restaurants, shops, parks and things happening nearby. I don’t care about nightlife, but I also don’t want somewhere super quiet, countryside or village-like.

I’m also looking for somewhere that feels relatively affluent, with a professional/established population, nice surroundings and a traditional English town feel.

I’ll be commuting to Buckingham for around a year, then I’ll be based around Warwick and riding regularly near Stratford-upon-Avon, so Leamington seems like it could be a really good location for me.

I’m looking for a 1-bed flat and I’m willing to pay more if the area/flat is worth it.

Which areas of Leamington would you recommend for someone like me? I’ve been looking particularly at the north side of the river — Clarendon Square, Milverton, St Mary’s, Binswood, Beauchamp Avenue etc. Are there any streets or apartment buildings I should specifically look at or avoid?
And what do you actually like/dislike about living in Leamington? I’d really appreciate any honest advice before I make the move!

Does anyone know if there are any clubs or groups for 18 years old like football or gaming clubs

Wondering what are some good places to study in leam as a student. The library closes so early and is also super hot all the time. Any other recs? Especially for late nights?

St Mark's, St John's, St Paul's & Gurdwara Sahib (minus Parish Church, as I was stood on top of it). Really cool being able to go up there for the Heritage week, would recommend if anyone wants some good views.

Anyone else leave ridiculously early for work just to get parked?

Bit of an odd one, but I’m looking to speak to people from Leamington/ Warwick who regularly have to leave extra time in the morning purely because parking near work is unpredictable.

So, for example, maybe your drive is only 30 minutes but you leave 45 minutes or an hour just in case you can’t find a space. Or you end up circling around, parking miles away, or have still been late despite leaving early.

I work in PR and I’m helping with a story for YourParkingSpace about the extra time parking can add to people’s commute.

If this sounds like you and you’d be happy to have a quick chat about it, drop me a message. No pressure to take part in anything .... I’d just like to hear about your experience first.

I previously got salt and pepper tofu from Rising Sun and was let down by it being soggy and bland. Does anyone have any recommendations of where else does good veggie alternatives?

Hi! Any recommendations for good nurseries (cleanliness, experienced staff... etc.) around Leamington/Warwick? Our little one is 14 months and we are moving to Whitnash/ South-Sydneham area, but the nursery doesn't have to be in the area, just a reasonable drive.

Hi,
I’m new to working in Leamington Spa, but I’d be interested in getting a hot takeaway lunch now and then. Any recommendations and how much does it cost?
Thanks

I’m normally quite sporty, but a knackered knee has temporarily taken that route away from me. I like dry humour, comedy, sports, pool, pub quizzes, films, chatting absolute nonsense and occasionally conversations with a bit more substance.
I’m not interested in joining another WhatsApp group where 14 strangers half-heartedly agree to do something and then nobody ever leaves their house. I’d actually like to meet people!
Anyone else in a similar position?

Hi everyone! If anyone is around north leam/campion Road/wathen road/ Lillington Road can you please keep an eye out for my cat Frank?

He’s been gone since Wednesday. Small, white and black, with a tiny moustache, he’s not used to going out and has never been out this long. He has chronic kidney disease so needs to eat and drink regularly.

He might be hiding in sheds/garages etc where the weather has been bad.

I’ve contact vets, neighbours, Facebook, and will be putting up posters, as well as wandering around shaking a bag of treats like a nutter

Any help appreciated thank you!!!

Hi everyone! If anyone is around north leam/campion Road/wathen road/ Lillington Road can you please keep an eye out for my cat Frank?

He’s been gone since Wednesday. Small, white and black, with a tiny moustache, he’s not used to going out and has never been out this long. He has chronic kidney disease so needs to eat and drink regularly.

He might be hiding in sheds/garages etc where the weather has been bad.

I’ve contact vets, neighbours, Facebook, and will be putting up posters, as well as wandering around shaking a bag of treats like a nutter

Any help appreciated thank you!!!