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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.

Discover Stratford’s rich history & fascinating relationship with William Shakespeare as you explore its enchanting iconic landmarks and hidden gems. See Shakespeare’s Birthplace, New Place, Hall’s Croft, Harvard House, the Royal Shakespeare Theatres, river Avon, a range of architectural delights, Guild Chapel, Shakespeare’s Schoolroom and more.  Immerse yourself in Stratford’s history through fire, flood & plague, with a smattering of old fashioned sayings, medieval medical cures and a little Shakespeare. 

Whether you’re a local or visitor this guided walk offers a unique way to turn your visit into an experience of lasting memories.  

The walk starts from the Swan Fountain on Waterside, near the RST and opposite Sheep Street.
The duration is up to 2hrs.

Walks & Tours - Mon 6 Jan to Wed 24 Dec 2025 (every day 11am)       
Walks & Tours - Sat 11 Jan to Sat 27 Dec 2025 (every Saturday 11am & 2pm)
Walks & Tours - Thur 25 Dec 2025 10.30am (Christmas Day Town Walk)

Adult £10
Child (8-15yrs) £5
Under 8yrs free! 
The walk is accessible. Dogs are welcome.
Fee includes exclusive discounts at selected shops, restaurants, pubs, coffee shops and attractions.

Book online - www.stratfordtownwalk.co.uk or short notice - 07855760377.
Groups and Schools by arrangement. 
Website:  https://www.stratfordtownwalk.co.uk
Email:  stratfordtownwalk@btinternet.com
Phone: 07855 760377

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Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall

Join in a Tudor school lesson,
dress up Tudor-style for a selfie,
play Tudor games and get messy with quill and ink, marvel at our medieval wall paintings, brush up on your Latin!

The Royal Shakespeare Company and Theatres - The Other Place

The Other Place is a creative hub for learning, research and development with rehearsal rooms and a 200-seat studio theatre.

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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...

Stratford-on-Avon Tennis Club

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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.

Escape Live Stratford-upon-Avon

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Bancroft Gardens

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Infinite Variety: Shakespeare's female characters in objects and words

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Anne Hathaways Cottage

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