Stratford-upon-Avon

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Quick Facts

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County

Warwickshire

Population

23,675

Dialcode

01789

Postcode

CV37

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• 1 Stratford-upon-Avon Guesthouses
• 1 Stratford-upon-Avon Hostels

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Introduction

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Stratford-upon-Avon is best known as the birthplace of playwrighter William Shakespeare. Set in the Warwickshire countryside, it is a popular destination for tourists. The streets in the town hold many delights for the visitor, with many historic buildings. Home to the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), there are three theatres offering a range of drama.

Neighbourhoods

Sights and Activities

• River Avon – The towns sits on the Avon and there are walks along the river banks, close to the theatres.
• Shakesperience – Explores the life and times of William Shakespeare.
• Shakespeare’s Birthplace – The half-timbered house where he was born in 1564.
• Anne Hathaway’s Cottage – Her home, before she married the Bard.
• Butterfly Farm & Jungle Safari – Europe’s largest butterfly farm.

Events and Festivals

Stratford-upon-Avon is home to a wide variety of arts based events during the year. An up to date lost of events can be found on this Stratford-upon-Avon website.

Weather

Getting There

Stratford-upon-Avon is located in the Midlands county of Warwickshire.

By Plane

Birmingham International Airport (BHX) is about 55 kilometres by road and has regular connections to other UK cities and places througout Europe.

By Train

Stratford-upon-Avon railway station is served by trains from Birmingham and London. The rail station is about a five minute walk from the town centre.

By Car

• From the North and South – M40, take exit 16 to the A46
• From the South (Oxford) – A3400
• From the West, North West & South West – A46 from Evesham

By Bus

Coaches from National Express and Stagecoach stop in the town.

By Boat

Canal boats and small pleasure craft can travel on the River Avon and moor in and close to the town.

Getting Around

By Car

There is on-street public parking, ranging from 20 minutes to two hours. Short stay and long stay car parks are also available, all of which attract parking fees.

By Public Transport

County and local busses serve the town. There is a fleet of open top tourist busses which visit the main points of interest in and around the town.

By Foot

Walking in the centre of the town is the best way to explore. The centre of the town is closed to traffic, making it easy and safe to walk around the shopping area. Many of the historic buildings and the theatres are an easy walk.

By Bike

The streets carry heavy traffic and the one-way system can make it difficult for cyclists.

Eat

There are a wide range of tea rooms and restaurants in the town centre.

• Bensons Restaurant (4 Bard Walk) - Award winning tea room and restaurant in the centre of the town.
• Marlowe’s (1st Floor, 18 High Street) - Silver service restaurant.
• Georgie’s Bistro (18 High Street) - Informal lunch and dinner dining, inside or out.

Drink

• Salmon Tail Inn (36 Evesham Road) – Traditional pub food, midway between the town centre and the racecourse.
• The College Arms (Lower Quinton) – Originally owned by Henry VIII

Sleep

Work

The largest employment in the town is related to the tourist industry, including hotels and restaurants.

Learn

The Shakespeare Institute and the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust offer studies related to the playwright.

Keep Connected

Internet

Phone

See also: International Telephone Calls

The national telephone dialling code for Stratford-upon-Avon is 01789
To make an international call to Stratford-upon-Avon dial +44 1789 followed by the local number.

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