Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6QW England

Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and explore the house where he was born and grew up. Hear tales of Shakespeare’s family life, enjoy live theatre on demand and get up close to rare artefacts from the Trust’s world class collections as you discover how the extraordinary William Shakespeare continues to shape our lives today.

Royal Shakespeare Theatre Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BB England

We create theatre at its best, made in Stratford-upon-Avon and shared around the world. We perform Shakespeare’s plays, as well as works by Shakespeare’s contemporaries and plays by today’s writers. We want as many people as possible to be able to access theatre at its best, so we bring our work to the widest possible audience.

22 Cottage Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 9HH England

This fifteenth-century, charming thatched cottage was the childhood home of Anne Hathaway, Shakespeare's wife. It is here that Anne was born and raised and where the young Shakespeare would have visited her during the early part of their relationship. Experienced guides share tales about the Hathaway family who lived here from the mid-1500s to the early 1900s. See original furniture including the Hathaway bed and the courting settle. Wander through acres of beautiful cottage gardens and orchards, and explore the sculpture trail inspired by Shakespeare’s plays. Please note, the last entry is 30 minutes before closing.

Swan_s Nest Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS England

The UK's largest tropical butterfly paradise! The Butterfly Farm is open in accordance with government regulation and social distancing measures.

Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BG England

Located on the banks of River Avon, this is considered one of England's most-visited Parish Churches and the site where William Shakespeare was baptized in 1564 and buried in 1616. In addition to Shakespeare's grave the 800 year-old church has some notable stained glass windows and 26 carved misericords dating from the 1400s. The high altar is one of the very few pre-reformation stone altars still in use in England today. Also of note is the sanctuary knocker on the inner porch door dating from the 1200s - anyone touching this could claim sanctuary within for 37 days. We welcome visitors daily, entry to church is free. There is a charge to see the grave of Shakespeare of £5 per person and £1 per child under 16 (free to preschool children) As a working church the times may have to change for services or other events. Before visiting please go to our website https://www.stratford-upon-avon.org/ for each days opening times.

4-5 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6PT England

Stratford upon Avon is most famous for being the birthplace of poet and play writer William Shakespeare, but why not try something completely outside of the box and visit the towns newest most exciting attraction- The MAD (Mechanical Art & Design) Museum.As soon as you step into this quirky attraction you'll be greeted with whirling robotics, churning clogs, rolling ball circuits, ingenious design and crazy sounds! The MAD Museum does what it says on the tin, showcasing an absolutely MAD assortment of Kinetic Art, Automata and Steampunk contraptions, gadgets and gismos. Venture into an eccentric world of moving art; The MAD Museum is a wonderful place to watch and interact with an astonishing assortment of both modern and old fashioned, yet highly innovative and elaborate machines! For the young ones: Dancing lasers, rolling ball machines, roaring mechanical dinosaur heads and whirligigs all with lots of buttons to press! The MAD Museum offers an exciting visit with an educational bias, relevant to curriculum modules such as Design & Technology and Science. We give children an experience that is worthwhile, educationally beneficial and also a lot of fun!

Station Rd Wilmcote, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 9UN England

Please note that Mary Arden's Farm is temporarily closed to the general public. The Farm was the childhood home of Shakespeare's mother, Mary Arden. Today you can experience all the sights, sounds and smells of a working Tudor farm, just as it would have been when Shakespeare was a boy. Watch "Tudors" go about their daily routine, see rare breed animals and explore nature trails. There is a playground for children from 2 upwards, a picnic area and a cafe. Mary Arden's Farm is a working farm that keeps pace with the season so there is always something new to see and do. The Farm is 3 miles from the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon in the village of Wilmcote. There are buses and trains to Wilmcote. The train journey takes 5 minutes and the Farm is a short walk from Wilmcote rail station. It is also a pleasant walk along the canal from the centre of Stratford.

40 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6EE England

This award winning living history museum is situated right in the heart of the historic town of Stratford upon Avon within a Grade 2* listed historically significant building. The museum depicts historical settings to simulate the Tudor time period, providing visitors with an experiential interpretation of history. The museum also runs the Walking tour with William Shakespeare; museum ghost tours showing the sinister side of Stratford and is popular with school groups.

Stratford-upon-Avon England

Stretching 25 miles from the Birmingham suburbs to the River Avon in Stratford, this scenic waterway passes through enchanting countryside in the very heart of England, cutting through the Forest of Arden and an area rich in Shakespearean history.

Next to Cox's Yard, Bridgefoot, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6YY England

The Attic Theatre is the No.1 fringe theatre in Stratford upon Avon and home to award-winning 'Tread the Boards' Theatre Company. First established in 2009 by Tread the Boards, an award winning theatre Company. This unique, riverside theatre is located in the heart of Shakespeares' birth town. This unique space is housed in a Grade 2 listed 15th century building and seats just 89 people. This makes for a very personal and intimate theatrical experience.

22 Chapel St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6EP England

Walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and be inspired at the site that was his grand family home where he lived from 1597 – 1616. One of the largest houses in the borough of Stratford-upon-Avon, it was the only family home he ever bought and is the presumed location of where he wrote his will, and indeed some of the later plays including The Tempest. Sadly the house was demolished in 1759 but it remains a historic site. Today, New Place has a new landscape of beautifully restored gardens and breathtaking sculptures inspired by Shakespeare’s family life and his works. In ‘the house next door’, an exhibition brings to life the story of Shakespeare’s New Place and its most famous occupant and his family – casting new light on Shakespeare as a father, husband, and writer. To commemorate the 400th anniversary of the publication of the First Folio a copy of an original folio is featured in an exhibition dedicated to exploring its creation and legacy.

National Cycle Route 41 Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BG England

Please note that this property is currently closed to the general public. Explore the beautifully furnished Jacobean home of Shakespeare’s daughter Susanna and her husband, the physician John Hall. Wander into the tranquil walled garden and discover the fragrant medicinal herbs, as John Hall would have used in his remedies. Explore 'Method in the Madness', a new exhibition exploring medicine John Hall. Enjoy refreshment in the cafe.

Compton Verney, Stratford-upon-Avon CV35 9HZ England

Compton Verney exists to connect people with art, nature and creativity. An award-winning gallery, based in a Grade I-listed Georgian mansion amidst 120 acres of Grade II-listed Lancelot 'Capability' Brown parkland in Warwickshire, Compton Verney has six permanent collections (Naples, Northern European Art 1450-1650, British Portraits, Chinese, British Folk Art & The Marx-Lambert Collection) and a schedule of thought-provoking changing exhibitions and events both outdoors and in. It is an accredited museum, and a registered charity.

Church Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6HB England

Discover where William Shakespeare was educated and inspired to become the world's greatest playwright. Learn how he spent his early school days and first experienced theatre. Take part in a Tudor lesson with Master Thomas Jenkins and brush up on your Latin! More than just a museum, Schoolroom & Guildhall provides a truly immersive experience for all. Marvel at our medieval wall paintings, dress up Tudor-style, play Tudor games and get messy with quill and ink. Stratford-upon-Avon's Guildhall, in the heart of the town, is a fine example of one of a few remaining medieval Guildhalls in the country. Our knowledgeable, enthusiastic and welcoming guides will share with you the many stories the building has to tell. If you're coming to Stratford don't miss out on what many are saying is the best attraction in town!

Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS England