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a Historic Market Town in the county of Warwickshire

Shakespeares Birthplace

About Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford Upon Avon is a beautiful historic market town in the County of Warwickshire, England. Built on the river Avon, a few miles downstream from the historic town of Warwick, Stratford is world famous as the birthplace of the legendry playwright William Shakespeare.

William Shakespeare was born, lived and is buried in Stratford and today you can visit his home and other buildings which are part of the Shakespeare Houses, a group of five houses around Stratford that are all connected with Shakespeare in some way. They include Shakespeare's Birthplace, Nash's House the home of his Granddaughter, Hall's Croft where his daughter lived, Mary Arden's House (Shakespeare's mother) and Shakespeare Countryside museum in the neighbouring village of Wilmcote, also Anne Hathaway's cottage in the nearby village of Shottery which was the family home of Shakespeare's wife.

When visiting England, Stratford is a place that should be high on your list of places to see and explore. It is a fascinating place to visit and not just for its connection with Shakespeare. Stratford has many other attractions including Holy Trinity Church, one of the most beautiful parish churches in England. You will find three great theatres in Stratford including the Royal Shakespeare Theatre where you will enjoy a performance from some of the best actors in England. You will also enjoy the beauty of this historic market town with its gorgeous flower lined river settings, boat tours along the slow flowing Avon, open top bus tours and a whole host of lovely shops, restaurants and cafe's, traditional english pubs and much more to make your stay an enjoyable one.

Highly Recommended Attraction: Stratford Town Walk & Stratford Town Ghost Walk - Award winning daily guided sightseeing walk around Stratford upon Avon every day of the year!. See the Shakespeare Town House, Grammar School, Theatres, Holy Trinity Church and much more. Entertaining and interesting. Also, spooky evening Ghost Walk to hear tales of ghosts, witches, murder and mayhem and Ghost Cruises on the River Avon - guided by a professional magician. Be afraid, very afraid..
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Book the Legacy Falcon Hotel in Chapel Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England3 stars

Legacy Falcon Hotel

Chapel Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England (0.1 miles, 0.2 km)
This C16th Hotel combines the old with the new and provides an excellent base from which to visit Shakespeares Country. The hotel is located only 6 miles from the M40 in the centre of Stratford Upon A...
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Book the Arden Park 'Non-Smoking' Guest House in 6 Arden Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

Arden Park 'Non-Smoking' Guest House

6 Arden Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km)
Non Smoking Guest House. Located in central Stratford, we are very near to the station and just around the corner from the Birthplace. Free broadband internet, free wifi hotspot, free room safe and fr...
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Book the Mercure Shakespeare Stratford in Chapel St, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England4 stars

Mercure Shakespeare Stratford

Chapel St, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km)
The Mercure Shakespeare Hotel is a 16th century black and white Gabled Inn located in the town centre, a meeting place of writers, actors and artists since the 18th century. The Shakespeare retains...
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Book the Stratford Victoria - A QHotel in Arden Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England4 stars

Stratford Victoria - A QHotel

Arden Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England (0.2 miles, 0.3 km)
The Stratford Victoria represents both the character and style of Victorian architecture. This modern four star hotel has ample free car parking and is within walking distance of historic Stratford-up...
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Book the Thistle Hotel Stratford Upon Avon in 44 Waterside, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England3 stars

Thistle Hotel Stratford Upon Avon

44 Waterside, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km)
With all the charm, comfort and atmosphere of an English country house, this hotel enjoys a superb location in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, directly opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre. The...
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Nearby travel help

Stratford-upon-Avon Station(0.5 miles, 0.8 km)
Wilmcote Station(2.7 miles, 4.4 km, direction NW)
M40 Junction 15(6.3 miles, 10.1 km, direction NE)
M40 Junction 14(6.5 miles, 10.5 km, direction NE)
Birmingham International Airport(18.2 miles, 29.2 km, direction N)
East Midlands Airport(47.0 miles, 75.7 km, direction N)
Stratford-upon-Avon to London(82.6 miles, 133.0 km, direction SE)

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