

Stride out on foot to discover this beautiful, vibrant town. Whether it be designated routes or exploring hidden corners and historic architecture, you’re sure to enjoy wandering around and taking in the sights. Or take a stroll along the river. Start at the Butterfly Farm and walk towards the Avon to take in views of the theatre and walk along the waterfront. Look across the river for fantastic views of Trinity Church, where Shakespeare’s grave can be found.
Discovering Britain walk with the Royal Geographical Society:
Taking the waters - Leamington Spa
From castle to county town - Warwick
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 7RG
OS Map: 151
OS Grid Ref: SP231562
Lat/Lng: 52.203665, -1.663415
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The splendid 12th land and 16th century house and gardens include a formal parterre, woodland walk and parkland inspired by 'Capability' Brown in the 18th century. Visit the National Trust website
Take time to explore Shakespeare’s childhood world, right where it all began. Explore Shakespeare’s childhood world where he was born and grew up. Hear tales of his life from our costumed guides.
Be inspired at the site that was Shakespeare’s family home for 19 years, and uncover the fascinating story of the house that is no longer there.
Admire stunning period interiors in the house built for the next generation: Shakespeare’s daughter Susanna and her husband, physician John Hall.
Visit the centuries-old family home of Anne Hathaway, Shakespeare’s wife, where new love bloomed. Savour the rural beauty of the place where Shakespeare’s wife grew up and lived for many years.
On his mother’s Tudor farm, experience the country life Shakespeare and Mary Arden herself would have known.
Still waiting for your Hogwarts letter? Don’t worry, you can experience the next best thing at King’s Cross station.
The iconic guideframe of Gasholder No 8 frames the new park at King's Cross.
London Wildlife Trust’s flagship reserve, it hosts pond-dipping and nature-watching sessions for children and its wood-cabin visitor centre is used by the Wildlife Watch Club (re-opens 2020)