Stratford-upon-Avon
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- 1
Half-timbered house on Henley Street where Shakespeare was born
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Buy a combined Shakespeare Birthplace Trust ticket
- Allow 1 hour
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- 2
Riverside church where Shakespeare is buried
3 tips
- Small fee to see the grave
- Pleasant riverside path nearby
- Check service times
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- 3
Thatched farmhouse of Shakespeare's wife in Shottery
3 tips
- Walk the footpath from town
- Beautiful cottage gardens
- Part of the combined ticket
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- 4
Home of the RSC beside the Avon with a rooftop viewing tower
- Tip: Book ahead
2 tips
- Take the tower for river views
- Backstage tours available
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- 5
Site of Shakespeare's last home with gardens and exhibitions
3 tips
- Gardens have sculptures
- Combined ticket available
- Allow 1 hour
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- 6
Elegant Jacobean home of Shakespeare's daughter Susanna
3 tips
- Has a walled garden
- Quiet compared with the Birthplace
- Near Holy Trinity
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- 7
Working Tudor farm in Wilmcote, childhood home of Shakespeare's mother
3 tips
- Take a bus or taxi from town
- Seasonal activities for families
- Check opening days
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- 8
Canal basin and riverside lawns next to the theatre
3 tips
- Watch narrowboats and swans
- Lovely for a picnic
- Boat trips depart here
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- 9
15th-century stone bridge over the Avon
- Tip: Sunset
3 tips
- Great views of the theatre from here
- Pedestrian-friendly
- Best photographed at sunset
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- 10
Ornate Elizabethan house on High Street
3 tips
- Check opening times
- Small but richly detailed
- Admire the carved facade
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Before you go: Stratford-upon-Avon tips
Transportation
- Take the train: Trains link Stratford-upon-Avon with Birmingham and London, often with a change.
- Walk the town: The town centre and Shakespeare sites are compact and walkable.
- Use local buses: Buses connect Stratford with nearby villages and towns.
Security
- Watch for traffic: Narrow streets can be busy; take care when crossing.
- Keep belongings secure: Busy areas around Shakespeare's Birthplace can attract pickpockets.
- Be careful by the river: Keep an eye on children near the River Avon.
Saving
- Buy combined tickets: A combined ticket for Shakespeare houses can save money.
- Picnic by the river: Enjoy a picnic in the Bancroft Gardens.
- Look for theatre deals: The Royal Shakespeare Company offers discounted tickets for young people and some performances.
Weather/Clothing
- Changeable weather: Bring a waterproof jacket as rain can come at any time.
- Mild summers: Summers are pleasant; bring layers for cooler evenings.
- Cold winters: Winters can be cold and damp; pack warm clothes.
Cultural
- See a play: Watch a performance at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre.
- Visit Holy Trinity Church: Shakespeare's grave is in this church.
- Enjoy a pub meal: Try traditional British pub food in historic pubs.
Local Hacks
- Take a river cruise: Boat trips on the Avon offer a relaxing view of the town.
- Visit Anne Hathaway's Cottage: Walk across fields to visit this thatched cottage.
- Climb the RSC tower: The Royal Shakespeare Theatre tower offers great views.
1-day itineraries in Stratford-upon-Avon
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