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Stratford-Upon-Avon is a picturesque town beautifully situated on the river Avon and offers a rich blend of culture and history.
World famous as the home town of William Shakespeare and the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), tourism is a major part of the economy and at peak seasons the town centre and nearby River Avon are lively bustling places.
There is much to see and do in and around Stratford-upon-Avon. Discover some of Britain's finest historic buildings and glorious gardens dotted throughout the centre among the black and white timber framed buildings.
The Stratford-upon-Avon Park and Ride facility offers a great alternative to trying to park in the town centre
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Places of interest
For a fascinating insight into the Great Bard's life and times, visitors can explore five houses throughout Stratford upon Avon with Shakespeare connections, all owned by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. Shakespeare's grave lies nearby at the beautiful Collegiate Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity which overlooks the River Avon.
Shakespeare's great works are performed throughout the year by the world's largest classical theatre company, the Royal Shakespeare Company. The Civic Hall further offers a full programme of arts and entertainment events, while the Stratford Picturehouse Cinema shows a wide variety of excellent films.
Old and young alike will also enjoy a visit to The Falstaffs Experience, Creaky Cauldron, The Butterfly Farm and the Stratford Brass Rubbing Centre.
The Butterfly Farm sits just across the river and children can enjoy making their own rubbing at the Stratford Brass Rubbing Centre.
Stratford also has its own Racecourse situated south of the town centre. Racing takes place regularly between March and the end of October, with many of the top jockeys riding here. Also try the Mini Golf Course, a fiendish course if there ever was one!
For something more musical, the Cox's Yard entertainment complex specialises in live musical performances, as well as comedy and party nights.
Shopping in Stratford is a delight, with a choice ranging from gift shops to department stores, jewellers to antique shops, and boutiques to bookshops. There is a weekly market on Fridays, as well as a regular farmers' market, a craft market in the summer and a Christmas market. You won't go home empty handed!
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Events
As a cultural centre the town has a real cosmopolitan feel with lots of events and festivals throughout the year, including the Shakespeare Birthday celebrations, River Festival, Stratford Literary Festival and many more. The RSC theatre and Stratford Civic Hall further both have very busy schedules with plenty to see throughout the year.
For full details see www.discover-stratford.com/whats-on.cfm
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Accommodation
There's plenty of choice for accommodation in and around this lively town - see www.discover-stratford.com/places-to-stay.cfm for details.
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Tourist Information
The local Tourist Information Office offers a series of leaflets on attractions within Stratford upon Avon, and is based at:
Stratford upon Avon Tourist Information Centre
62 Henley Street,
Stratford-upon-Avon,
Warwickshire,
CV37 6PT
Tel: 01789 264293
Email: tic@discover-stratford.com
Web: www.discover-stratford.com
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For further information on Stratford upon Avon see:
www.discover-stratford.com
www.visitstratforduponavon.co.uk
www.stratford-upon-avon.co.uk
www.shakespeares-stratford.com
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