Stratford Upon Avon

Stratford Upon Avon is one of the most well known tourist spots in England.  Located a few miles north of one end of the Cotswold Way it is of course famous for being the birthplace of William Shakespeare.

There are many properties to visit such as Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, and of course his plays are performed regularly by the Royal Shakespeare Company.  For a modern presentation of the bard’s life and legacy try The Shakespearience.

But Stratford is not just about Shakespeare, it is a lovely town with the River Avon running through its centre, which also allows a variety of water based craft to be hired for your enjoyment some of which you can enjoy on your own, others will take you to places without you having to life a finger.  The attractions are too numerous to list but there’s a butterfly farm and brass rubbing centre in Stratford whilst further afield there is Warwick Castle and Charlecote Park.

Plenty to keep everyone busy for several days.

Useful links:

Royal Shakespeare Company
Charlecote Park
Warwick Castle

Cottages we have close to Stratford upon Avon:

• Hartfield, Chipping Campden (Sleeps 10 – 12 and welcomes dogs)
• The Old Granary in Aston Magna, near Moreton in Marsh (Sleeps 5 and welcomes dogs)
• Orchard End in Darlingscott, near Chipping Campden (Sleeps 3)