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Access at Shakespeare's New Place

Advice about access at Shakespeare’s New Place, to assist you in planning your visit

Shakespeare's New Place is open daily, 10am - 5pm See our Opening Times page for more info.

Scroll down to listen to an audio described introduction to Shakespeare's New Place.

We welcome assistance dogs at all sites.

Shakespeare’s New Place is a level site, with access to the Great Garden and the Knot Garden. There is a hard standing path running around the Great Garden. The exhibition has a wheelchair-accessible lift that has restrictions, please contact us for more information.

AccessAble offers a detailed Access Guide of Shakespeare's New Place if you want to know more. 

The closest Blue Badge parking is on nearby Chapel Lane.

The nearest Changing Places Toilet is located on Rother Street, CV37 6JP. More information can be obtained on the Changing Places Toilets website.

Our quieter times to visit are first thing in the morning or later in the afternoon on a weekday and outside of the school holidays.

Ticket availability can be found here

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The resources below can help you plan your visit, however, due to current restrictions there are some changes that are not reflected in these access guides. If you have any concerns or further queries, please get in contact with us on +44 (0)1789 204016 or at [email protected]

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