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The Town

Stratford-upon-Avon, in South Warwickshire, was founded by the Saxons in the 7th century, with a monastery established on or near to what is now Holy Trinity church. Today Stratford is most famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare. The actor David Garrick revived Shakespeare’s plays in the 1760s, & since then it has become a popular tourist attraction. It is home to the world famous Royal Shakespeare Company, with its iconic theatre next to the river Avon.


Wheelchair Access

 Wheelchair Friendly Suitable
 Wheelchair Friendly with diversion Diversion maybe needed
 Limited Wheelchair Access Not suitable




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Stratford-upon-Avon

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Curious About Logo 2What gives Stratford-upon-Avon, home to William Shakespeare, its unique character? What people and events have shaped its personality? Why do people love to visit? Take our fabulous walks of discovery, and have fun finding answers to clues which tell you more, whilst reading our stories about the most interesting facts.
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First Walk
Wheelchair friendly
Town and Canal
From the modern, bustling Bancroft Gardens you soon enter the leisurely world of long boats and locks - a hidden treasure in the heart of Stratford. From here it’s back to an ancient street, home to Shakespeare’s birthplace and carefree tourists.
Via some lesser-known streets packed
with interest, you will pass yet more
heritage, before arriving back in front of
Stratford’s most imposing theatre
(1.3 miles).
Walk Extension
Wheelchair friendly
Old Town
From Stratford’s Royal Shakespeare Theatre, walk alongside the River Avon a while, before moving into the Old Town. Here it’s quieter, giving you time to soak up the atmosphere of an ancient place. Visit some Memorial Gardens and a park which was once home to a Saxon monastery. Finally you arrive at Holy Trinity Church, Shakespeare’s last resting place, alongside the beautiful, and peaceful River Avon
(1 mile).

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