Life and work of Shakespeare. - Shakespeare Birthplace Trust

Half-term 25 May - 2 June

Have fun this half term with butterfly trails, outdoor games, marriage celebration, sheep shearing and more!

Headlining artists, outdoor performances, public participation and entertainment across Stratford-upon-Avon.

Watch live performances of Shakespeare's most popular plays every day at Shakespeare's Birthplace.

Whatever your interests, we promise a rewarding experience, all you need are a few hours to spare and lots of enthusiasm.

Shakespeare's Treasures exhibition

Shop online for Shakespeare gifts

Living Shakespeare: Would Macbeth's witches be better off with Sat Nav?? t.co/zRyvP4O6Ai
So happy that @ASC_Cass was involved in #happybirthdayshakespeare again this year. A splendid post: t.co/4zubfzYHwj. Thanks Cass! :)

Shakespeare's Birthplace

Become part of the Shakespeare story

A perfect introduction to William Shakespeare's Works, Life and Times.
Anne Hathaway's Cottage

The most romantic Shakespeare house

Fall in love with the childhood home of Shakespeare's wife.
Nash's House & New Place

Site of Shakespeare's final home

Site of Shakespeare's final home in Stratford-upon-Avon.
Mary Arden's Farm

A real working Tudor Farm

Discover all the sights, sounds and smells of an authentic Tudor farm.
Hall's Croft

Jacobean home of Shakespeare's daughter

Elegant home of Susanna Shakespeare and her husband Dr John Hall.