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Heritage Open Days - An Unconventional Woman: Daisy Greville 'The Red Countess' of Warwick

A photograph of the portrait of Daisy

Explore the story of how socialite Daisy, Countess of Warwick, came to run for Parliament as a candidate for the Labour Party.

Eccentric Daisy, known for inspiring songs about bicycles made for two and her pet fox, ran for parliament just five years after women over 30 won the vote. Find out how this aristocratic and famous socialite came to receive the Labour Party nomination in 1923. Plus take a look at the ‘Warwick Castle Unboxed’ exhibition at Market Hall Museum.

Wheelchair accessible

FREE as part of Heritage Open Days

Tickets limited so please book in advance at warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice

Date: 17th September 2026.

Location: Special events

Cost: Free as part of Heritage Open Days

Time: 13:00 - 13:45