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The Alternative Shakespeare Tour

Get up close and personal with William Shakespeare. Discover some of the Bard’s best-kept secrets on our exclusive tour! Includes a lavish three-course meal at a historic inn. The Tour Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey, peel back the layers of time to explore Shakespeare’s life outside of Stratford-upon-Avon. Inviting you to step into the very footsteps of the world’s greatest playwright! Our comfortable minibus will pick you up from Rother Market Square, Rother Street, Stratford Upon Avon CV37 6LT (opposite One Stop shop) every Sunday at 11:00 or 14.30 We will visit eight villages described in his rhymes/ poems and quotes, gain a fresh and unique insight into Shakespeare’s social life outside of Stratford Upon Avon. Enjoy the beautiful Warwickshire countryside as we tour Shakespeare’s favourite drinking establishments, where he loved to gamble, laugh with his friends and found muses for his timeless works. Uncover the villages that whispered inspiration into Shakespeare ears, inspiring many of his poems and plays, every play laced with references to alcohol!

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Stratford Town Walk

Join the DAILY, award-winning Stratford Town Walk (established 2002) for an entertaining guided walk through the charming streets of Stratford-upon-Avon.

Holy Trinity Church

Visit Shakespeare's Grave and the graves of Anne Hathaway, Dr John Hall and his wife Susanna Shakespeare and Thomas Nash in the chancel of Holy Trinity Church...

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Walk in the footsteps of Shakespeare and explore his childhood world. Hear tales of his family life and get up close to rare objects from the world class collections and discover how the extraordinary William Shakespeare continues to shape our lives today

Self Guided City Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt

Embark on a self-guided adventure through historic Stratford-upon-Avon with the Go Quest Adventures app. Find clues, solve puzzles and complete challenges as you explore the area's top landmarks and hidden gems.

Chedham's Yard

Discover this secret Wheelwrights, Blacksmiths and much more?

Compton Verney Art Gallery and Park

Discover the unique delights of Compton Verney, where there is something for everyone to enjoy. 120 acres of stunning parkland and lake surround an award winning art gallery and gift shop.

Tudor World

Tudor World is an unusual small independent museum set within a Tudor property in Stratford upon Avon.

Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas lights

See the stunning Christmas lights this year in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Boat Trips on the River

Choose to take a boat trip on the river with Avon Boating, Bancroft Cruisers and the Countess of Evesham...

Stratford Minigolf

Minigolf on the Recreation Ground

The Alternative Shakespeare Tour

An alternative tour (via our comfortable mini bus) looking at William Shakespeare's personal life just outside of Stratford. Visiting 8 villages he had great affection for. Finishing up at a 16th century inn (in the beautiful Warwickshire Countryside) to

Anne Hathaways Cottage

Visit Anne Hathaway Cottage, the beautiful 500 year old cottage where Shakespeare courted his bride to be. See original furniture including the Hathaway bed and uncover five centuries of stories and 13 generations of the family who lived there.

Upton House (National Trust)

Come and see how Lord & Lady Bearsted made Upton House and Gardens the perfect country retreat for their family in the 1930s. You can also discover Lord Bearsted's famous art collection including works by Bosch, Stubbs and Canaletto.