Warwickshire, Venice and Croatia named top summer destinations by Lonely Planet

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Warwickshire was described as "brimming with beauty" Credit: PA

Warwickshire, Venice and the Croatia coast have been named as among Europe's top destinations to visit this summer.

The West Midlands county was described as "brimming with beauty" by travel experts and praised for its "bucolic hills, sublime castles and historic market towns".

Lonely Planet ranked the county as number six in its Best in Europe 2016 list.

Shakespeare's birthplace Stratford-upon-Avon is hosting events throughout the year to mark the 400th anniversary of his death, while visitors to Warwick Castle can see its restored 22-tonne trebuchet - a huge catapult - in operation.

Lonely Planet's editorial director, Tom Hall, said: "Lonely Planet's Best in Europe 2016 list offers up our recommendations for travellers seeking an authentic experience in Europe this summer - for those looking for local recommendations, or for those hoping to absorb some traditional life while they're away.

"Whether they are firm holiday favourites that have something new to offer, or places you may never have come across, these destinations should be on any traveller's wish list this summer".

Lonely Planet Best in Europe 2016 list (top to bottom):

Venice in Italy also ranked in the top ten Credit: Reuters

  • Peloponnese, Greece

  • Aarhus, Denmark

  • Venice, Italy

  • The Dordogne, France

  • Lviv, Ukraine

  • Warwickshire, England

  • Extremadura, Spain

  • East Coast Tenerife, Canary Islands

  • Texel, the Netherlands

  • Northern Dalmatia, Croatia