Stratford-Upon-Avon

Shakespeare's birthplace at Stratford-on-AvonThe fine old market town of Stratford-Upon-Avon is set in the Warwickshire countryside in the heart of England, and is famous as the birthplace of Shakespeare, and for its beautifully preseved Tudor houses. Here you will find many landmarks to The Bard's life and work including: his birthplace, his retirement house and his burial place. The Royal Shakespeare Company stages regular productions and backstage tours in Stratford. Within easy reach, three miles from the centre of the town, is Anne Hathaway's Cottage, the home of Shakespeare's wife. Apart from the historical connection to Shakespeare, the town has a fine shopping centre, many good restaurants, and attractive gardens at the junction of the River Avon and Stratford Canal.

 
Stratford-on-Avon Attractions

Tudor World Museum at Stratford-on-AvonLook here for a round-up of the attractions in Stratford-Upon-Avon and the surrounding area. Includes famous locations such as Shakespeare's birthplace and Anne Hathaway's Cottage.

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Stratford-on-Avon Hotel Finder

Use the Stratford Directory Hotel Finder to compare hotels in Stratford-Upon-Avon for price and availability, get the best deal, and make a booking.

 
Stratford-on-Avon's Tudor Houses

Stratford-on-Avon Tudor HousesStratford-Upon-Avon is a bustling modern town, but what strikes you as you walk through the town centre are the many timber-framed Tudor houses intermingled with the familiar high-street shops. But why were houses built like this in the Tudor period and how were they constructed?

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Stratford-Upon-Avon Theatres

Royal Shakespeare Theatre at Stratford-Upon-AvonThere is always plenty of entertainment to enjoy in Stratford-Upon-Avon! Look here for theatres and other venues for drama, music, dance and comedy.

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Stratford-on-Avon Holiday Apartments

Stratford-upon-Avon Holiday ApartmentsFeatured here are a range of apartments, flats and townhouses in the centre of Stratford-Upon-Avon, which are ideal for short breaks - perhaps for a few nights or a weekend.

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Stratford-on-Avon's Shakespeare Trail

Shakespeare's birthplace at Stratford-on-AvonIf you are interested in Shakespeare, you will have a very busy time in Stratford Upon Avon. The town has many ancient houses, including some connected to Shakespeare's life, and you will always find a theatre here showing one of his plays. Follow the trail on this page to see the most important places in Stratford connected to the world-famous Bard.

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Stratford-on-Avon's Mop Fair

Stratford-on-Avon's Mop FairHeld on the 11th and 12th October each year, the Stratford Mop Fair is a tradition that can be traced back hundreds of years. On this day, the streets in the town centre are closed to traffic, and filled with funfair rides, stalls and tents.

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