DAYTIME
Shakespeare’s Birthplace
Walk in the footsteps of Stratford’s famous son and explore his childhood world. On the 400th Anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare’s First Folio, discover how he continues to shape our lives today. shakespeare.org.uk
The Butterfly Farm
Opened in 1985, this family-friendly attraction is housed in a large greenhouse, landscaped with waterfalls, ponds, a wide variety of tropical plants, and hundreds of exotic butterflies from all over the world. butterflyfarm.co.uk
The MAD Museum
Showcasing the world’s finest pieces of kinetic art and automata from pioneering artists from all over the world, the Henley Street museum is the only specialist attraction of its kind in the UK. themadmuseum.co.uk
NIGHT TIME
Stratford Ghost Walk
Join Vincent, Edward, or the Man in Black for a chilling walk around Stratford’s ‘haunted’ streets and hear tales of ghosts, witches, murder and misery. Don’t go home alone! Every Saturday 7.30-9pm. stratfordtownwalk.co.uk
Royal Shakespeare Company
Producing around 20 productions a year, with plays by Shakespeare, his contemporaries and by today’s writers in Stratford-upon-Avon. Julius Caesar runs from March 18 to April 8, 2023, before touring the country. rsc.org.uk
Orchestra of the Swan
Formed in Stratford in 1995, the brilliant British chamber orchestra is under the artistic direction of David Le Page, and performs home-town concerts as well as touring across the Cotswolds and beyond. orchestraoftheswan.org
EATING
Ettington Park Hotel
Whether dining in the elegant grandeur of the 2 AA Rosette Great Drawing Room, taking afternoon tea, or eating al fresco in the grounds or on the terrace, expect mouth-watering seasonal food. handpickedhotels.co.uk/ettingtonpark
The Woodsman
Inspired by Mike Robinson’s love of the natural world and cooking over wood outside, this wonderful restaurant uses the best seasonal British ingredients, all sourced as sustainably as possible. thewoodsmanrestaurant.co.uk
Loxleys Restaurant & Wine Bar
A popular independently-owned restaurant in the centre of town, offering fresh, locally-produced food with an excellent service. Named as one of the best 100 restaurants in the UK by OpenTable users. loxleysrestaurant.co.uk
SHOP TIME
Nuha
Opened by Nuha Halaby in 2007, this premier shoe, clothing and accessories boutique specialises in some of the most sought-after brands, such as Lulu Guinness, Armani, Paul Smith, and Vivienne Westwood. nuhashoes.co.uk
Frog & Mouse
Gorgeously eclectic and quirky shop set on Stratford’s Henley Street, opposite the Jester statue, selling furniture, homeware, clothing, jewellery, gifts, loose-leaf tea and cards, all at very reasonable prices. frogandmouse.com
Bensons House of Tea
Lovely independent tea merchants and gift shop located in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon, near Shakespeare’s Birthplace. Their loose-leaf tea is endorsed by the Ethical Tea Partnership. bensonsrestaurant.co.uk/our-shop
