The Stratford Town Walk

Make the most of your visit to Shakespeare's Stratford upon Avon by joining the award winning guided walk with local professional guides - 365 days a year - yes even Christmas Day!

Lively, entertaining and interesting, the guided town walk is a great way to explore Stratford and discover its beauty and charm.  It is wheelchair friendly and dogs are welcome! Public walk at Swan Fountain, meeting point 

Meet by the Swan fountain, on Waterside, opposite the junction of Sheep Street.

Mon, Tue, Wed at 11am
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun at 2pm
Christmas Day at 10.30am

Adults £5    
Over 65's and students £4
Children (under 16) £2

Duration up to 2hrs

There is no need to book, just turn up, whatever the weather and pay the guide on arrival!

As you walk in William Shakespeare's footsteps from cradle to grave, along the historic spine of ancient Stratford, your guide will unravel the Shakespeare story.  You will see Shakespeare's Birthplace, Nash's House and the site of New Place and the beautiful Hall's Croft.  If you have free time after the walk, you may wish to visit the houses.

Other highlights include the picturesque River Avon, the Royal Shakespeare Theatres, Shakespeare's grammar school and Holy Trinity Church.  You may wish to see where William Shakespeare is buried in the Chancel with a curse on his grave.  The Chancel visit is optional, subject to Church opening times, and with a small fee, payable to the Church on the day.  Discover the american connections, the 'hidden garden' and see the amazing bronze sculptures representing Shakespeare's plays - 'The Tempest', 'King Lear', 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' and many more'.

Hear fascinating tales of plague, flooding and fires, medicines to kill or cure, the origins of sayings and Stratford's history.  Discover favourite tea houses, pubs and restaurants ...and don't forget your camera.

During your visit make use of the tear-off discount vouchers on your ticket to save money in Stratford at specially selected shops, restaurants pubs and attractions e.g. see all 5 Shakespeare Houses for just £12.50  A great saving of £6.50!  There is no sell-by date on our vouchers, so you can return to Stratford again and again...  More info see Discounts

Stratford Town Walk at Christmas Just turn up,  whatever the weather!

The Town Walk goes ahead whatever, the weather, so please dress accordingly.  The walk is classed as 'easy', walking boots/shoes are not necessary, but comfortable footwear is advisable.  There may be occasions when the footpaths are wet or slippery with ice or snow.  The Town Walk is risk-assessed and every effort is taken to ensure the safety and comfort of all customers.  However, customers participate at their own risk and must make their own decision about suitability.

 

 


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