Look here for a round-up of the attractions and things to do in Stratford-Upon-Avon and the surrounding area. Includes famous locations such as Shakespeare's birthplace and Anne Hathaway's Cottage.
| Name | Description | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shakespeare's Birthplace Henley Street Stratford CV37 6QW |
The farm house where Shakespeare was born in 1564 is in Henley Street. | Shakespeare's Birthplace | +44(0) 1789 201 806 |
| Shakespeare's Burial Place Old Town Stratford CV37 6BG |
Holy Trinity is the church where both Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway are buried. It is also where Shakespeare was baptized. | Holy Trinity Church | +44(0) 1789 266 316 |
| Shakespeare's Schoolroom Church Street Stratford-upon-Avon Warwickshire CV37 6HB |
Discover what life was like for Shakespeare when he attended King Edward VI School in the Guildhall, studying English, the classics, the Christian faith and music. |
Shakespeare's Schoolroom | +44(0) 1789 203 170 |
| Ann Hathaway's Cottage Cottage Lane Shottery Stratford CV37 9HH |
In Shottery, one mile from the centre of Stratford, this was the home of Anne Hathaway before she married Shakespeare in 1582. | Anne Hathaway's Cottage | +44(0) 1789 201 806 |
| Warwick Castle Warwick CV34 6AH |
Only 15 minutes drive from Stratord-upon-Avon, this stunning castle with its amazing views and gardens is packed to the turrets with shows and attractions. | Warwick Castle | |
| The MAD Museum 4/5 Henley Street, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire. CV37 6PT |
The MAD (Mechanical Art & Design) Museum - experience and interact with some of the world's finest pieces of kinetic art and automata. Highly inventive machines, witty and clever design and mind-blowing intricate moving contraptions. Perfect for little kids and big kids alike! Experience the imagination of marvellous minds at the only museum of its kind in the UK. | The MAD Museum | +44(0) 1789 269 356 |
| The Other Place Waterside Stratford CV37 6BB |
A 200-seat studio theatre with cafe bar owned by the RSC. Tours are available. | The Other Place | +44(0) 1789 403 493 |
| Tudor World 40 Sheep Street Stratford CV37 6EE |
Located in Sheep Street, this museum offers an educational and fun journey through Tudor England. Some people say that it is the most haunted building in Britain! | Tudor World | +44(0) 350 2770 |
| Hall's Croft Old Town Stratford CV37 6BG |
This house was owned by William Shakespeare's daughter, Susannah, and her husband Dr John Hall. | Hall's Croft | +44(0) 1789 201 806 |
| Holy Trinity Church Old Town Stratford CV37 6BG |
This is the church where Shakespeare was baptized. It is also the burial place of both Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway. | Holy Trinity Church | +44(0) 1789 266 316 |
| Mary Arden's Farm Station Road Wilmcote Stratford CV37 9UN |
Three miles from Stratford, this was the home of Shakespeare's mother. | Mary Arden's Farm | +44(0) 1789 201 806 |
| Mop Fair | Held on 11 and 12 October each year, the Stratford Mop Fair is believed to be the largest funfair held in town centre streets in Europe. | Stratford's Mop Fair | |
| New Place Chapel Street Stratford CV37 6EP |
New Place was the house where Shakespeare lived and died. Although the house was demolished, a garden now commemorates the life of England's most famous playwright, and is also a showcase for works of art and interactive displays. | New Place | +44(0) 1789 201 806 |
| River Avon | From the Canal Basin in Bancroft Gardens you can go on a cruise, take the ferry or even start a boating holiday. You can also hire boats from various boatyards on the nearby Stratford Canal and Grand Union Canal. | ||
| Royal Shakespeare Theatre Waterside Stratford CV37 6BA |
The iconic home of the Royal Shakespeare Company, incorporating the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre. There is also a rooftop restaurant and tours of the tower. | Royal Shakespeare Company | +44(0) 1789 403 493 |
| Stratford Town Walk |
Award-winning guided walks including:
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Stratford Town Walk | 07855 760 377 |
| Stratford Butterfly Farm Swan's Nest Lane Stratford CV37 7LS |
Experience a rainforest in the heart of England and enjoy watching hundreds of colourful butterflies. Here you will also find Insect City, Arachnoland and the Caterpillar Room. The Farm is in Swan's Nest Lane on the eastern side of the River Avon opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. | Stratford Butterfly Farm | +44(0) 1789 299 288 |