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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.

Stratford-on-Avon Tennis Club

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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

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