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Shakespeare's Birthplace
Become part of the Shakespeare story
This is where the Shakespeare story began.
Shakespeare's Birthplace has been welcoming visitors for over 250 years. William Shakespeare was born, grew up and he played here. He ate meals in the hall and he slept and dreamed in these rooms. Shakespeare also spent the first five years of married life in this house with his new wife, Anne Hathaway.
For millions of Shakespeare enthusiasts worldwide, the house is a shrine. You will discover the world that shaped the man and you'll find out what other famous writers thought when they visited here. Well-known visitors have included Charles Dickens, John Keats, Walter Scott and Thomas Hardy.
Shakespeare's Birthplace is a fascinating house that offers a tantalising glimpse into Shakespeare's early world. It's a special place that everyone should see at least once in their lifetime.
Plus, you can enjoy live theatre everyday with costumed actors performing excepts from Shakespeare's plays.
New for 2013
Shakespeare's Treasures Exhibition - Discover Shakespeare's world at our new exhibition showcasing treasures from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust's collections. Many wonderful objects are on show for the first time. (Exhibition is open to all Shakespeare's Birthplace visitors)
Tickets, directions and opening times
Why not buy a Five Shakespeare House Pass for entry to Shakespeare's Birthplace and all the other Shakespeare houses, which now includes a visit to Shakespeare's grave. You save between £7.00-£29.50 compared to a Shakespeare Birthplace Pass plus tickets to Anne Hathaway's Cottage & Garden's and Mary Arden's Farm.
Shakespeare's Birthplace is situated on Henley Street in the town centre of Stratford-upon-Avon.
For prices and opening times click here.
For information on how to get here click here.
For information about what's on click here.
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Shakespeare's Birthplace was rewarded The Certificate of Excellence for consistently earning exceptional traveller ratings over the past year. See what people have to say about us and we would love to hear about your experience at Shakespeare's Birthplace.
Take a video tour of the Shakespeare Houses & Gardens in and around Stratford-upon-Avon.
Shakespeare Festival
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Watch performances from Shakespeare Aloud! all year with a chance to take part in the action.
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Shakespeare's Treasures Exhibition
General interest at Shakespeare's Birthplace
18 March - 31 December 2013
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Privacy and Everyday Life in the Birthplace
General interest at Shakespeare's Birthplace
13 June 2013
Highlights at Shakespeare's Birthplace
Shakespeare Aloud!
Live performances throughout the Birthplace and gardens all year round as actors bring to life your favourite Shakespeare characters.
Highlights at Shakespeare's Birthplace
Life, love and legacy
Visit our multi media exhibition at Shakespeare's Birthplace and lose yourself in Shakespeare's world. The Life, Love and Legacy exhibition will set the scene for your visit to his birthplace.
Highlights at Shakespeare's Birthplace
Visit the recreated glove workshop of William's father, John Shakespeare's for an insight into his prestigious trade.
What do people think?
If you have visited any of the Shakespeare Houses & Gardens, attended a literary event or participated in one of our courses we would love to know what you think.
Do let us know and feel free to send us any pictures from your visit.
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