Tours & Activities in Stratford-upon-Avon

Travel through 14 centuries of history on a guided walking tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon. Listen to fascinating stories from 900 years before Shakespeare's birth in 1564 right up to the 21st century.

Shakespeare Distillery is the only working distillery in Stratford upon Avon. We look to the Tudor period to influence the spirits we produce. Our award-winning Stratford Gin has flavours based on a Tudor herb garden.

Discover Stratford-upon-Avon's sinister side on this guided walking tour. Explore the town's winding streets and hear tales of plague, murder, ghosts, torture and witches.

Our guides' favourite! See why we love the Cotswolds on this one-day tour that gets you out of the minibus and into the countryside. Visit Broadway Tower, Broadway, Burford and experience the Cotswolds' celebrated walking trails. Highlights: - Walk to Broadway Tower for panoramic views and red deer sightings (1 mile/1.6km) - Walk back and take the minibus to Broadway, or walk from Broadway Tower following The Cotswold Way (1.5 miles/2.4km) - Free time in Broadway to explore and take lunch - Peaceful circular walk along the Windrush Valley to 3 secluded Cotswolds villages (2.75 miles/4.5km). - Free-time in the historic Cotswolds town of Burford. Between stops, travel the narrow country lanes, while your friendly local driver-guide brings the Cotswolds to life with a fun live commentary. Tour includes pick-up from central Stratford-upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh railway station, enabling an easy connection by train London, Reading, Oxford, Worcester or Birmingham.

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Walk in Shakespeare's footsteps and explore the house where he was born and grew up in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Our traditional afternoon tea experience - baking class is a perfect way to experience England. We will be cooking or baking in our lovely venue, which is a traditional English building and you'll love the interior decor. We are located in town center.

Here at The Dough House we create warm, homely experiences where you can learn how to cook or bake, share some fun with your friends and family or celebrate a special occasion. Best part of our job is creating memorable experiences for our guests. Whichever you fancy, an afternoon tea, ravioli or sourdough bread and pastry experience... We will be cooking or baking in our lovely venue, which is a traditional building and you'll love the interior decor. We are located in town center.

Join a full-day tour from Stratford-Upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh to the Cotswolds. Spend a day of relaxation in the English countryside, visiting Dover's Hill, Chipping Campden, Bibury, and more.

Take a city break from London and discover Warwick and Stratford-Upon-Avon in a new way, with these 2 self-guided audio walking tours around Warwickshire! Our first audio tour will give you an introduction to the dynamic streets of Warwick, exploring from the Castle Bridge to St Mary's Church and Warwick Castle. These are the perfect key attractions for anyone interested in Celtic Settlements, Saxon Invasion, Medieval Warfare and the legacy of traditional towns in modern Britain.  The next tour will guide you along with Stratford-Upon-Avon, and the popular Shakespeare's Tudor-era house, Shakespeare's Birthplace & Schoolroom, the Guildhall and the Holy Trinity Church where you’ll find Shakespeare’s grave. We’ll hear the secret stories about Shakespeareʼs life, learning about the tales, mysteries and family drama that live on in this quaint market town. Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon's key sights with a local guide. See key sights like the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Town Hall, and the Holy Trinity Church, all whilst enjoying the beauty of Stratford!

Here at The Dough House we create warm, homely experiences where you can learn how to cook or bake, share some fun with your friends and family or celebrate a special occasion. Best part of our job is creating memorable experiences for our guests. Whichever you fancy, an afternoon tea, ravioli or sourdough bread and pastry experience...

Private transfers provide a terrific way to get to the airport from your Hotel or Private residence, Depart from Stratford-upon-Avon to Heathrow Airport, the easy way with a pre-booked private transfer service, at a time that suits you. A professional driver will pick you up directly from your Hotel or Private residence, AirBnB. Relax and enjoy the ride as you make your way in a comfortable sedan or minivan with a lot of space for your luggage. • Private door-to-door transfer • Service available 24 hours a day, seven days a week • Enjoy smooth, friendly and hassle-free transfer service • Rates cover private groups of 1 to 2, 3 to 4 and 5 to 8 passengers

Here at The Dough House we create warm, homely experiences where you can learn how to cook or bake, share some fun with your friends and family or celebrate a special occasion. Best part of our job is creating memorable experiences for our guests. Whichever you fancy, an afternoon tea, ravioli or sourdough bread and pastry experience...

Enjoy a full day exploring the beautiful Cotswolds with a local guide. Take in stunning landscapes and picture-postcard towns and villages.

Your walking tour, your local guide will entertain you with anecdotes from the show as you are guided through this beautiful market town. As you go along you’ll see visuals from the series, showing you were some of the funniest, most touching and memorable moments from all four series were filmed. These include the pedal boat chase scene; where Sebastian helps Gloria scatter her dog’s ashes and the tour group that discovers the severed hand.

Discover where William Shakespeare was educated and inspired to become the world's greatest playwright.

Take Stratford-Upon-Avon at your own pace with a dedicated local guide on your very own private tour. You can choose any date or time for your private tour in the booking form. Come and discover our quintessentially English town on our Daily Walking Tour with a friendly, local guide. Walk through the picturesque streets of beautifully kept, authentic buildings (many of which were standing in Shakespeare's time!), all whilst hearing the story of Stratford unfold. From the incredible tale of Danes running rampage, to the establishment of the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company -there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Join your local guide on a 1.5 hour stroll around the main sights of Stratford-Upon-Avon, along the way discovering the rich history behind our scenic canals complete with swans, incredible theatres and beautiful buildings. Guided by a local’s eyes, Stratford comes alive and you will also glimpse what life is like here today too!

Experience the 'secret' side of the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group size of up to 16 people. On our Secret Cotswolds tour, we'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages. As well as better-known Broadway and Burford, you'll also escape the crowds to some stunning locations, including an ancient stone circle and villages full of traditional Cotswold charm. Stratford-upon-Avon pick up is from Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal - please arrive at 08.50 for 09.00 departure. If you're travelling by train from Birmingham, then Stratford-upon-Avon train station is just a 5-10 minute walk from our pick up spot. We then travel to Moreton-in-Marsh rail station to collect our final passengers. If you select pick up from Moreton-in-Marsh, please arrive at 09.30. There are direct trains to Moreton-in-Marsh from London, Reading, Oxford or Worcester.

Enjoy a fun and informative tour around Shakespeare Distillery near Stratford. Learn about the production of gin & rum, explore its history whilst sampling a range of award-winning spirits.

Award-winning guided small-group minibus tours of the Cotswolds from Moreton-in-Marsh or Stratford-upon-Avon. Experience the Cotswolds with a local guide in a small and friendly group size of up to 16 people. We'll explore picture-postcard Cotswold towns and villages including Chipping Campden, Stow-on-the-Wold, Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water, as well as the stunning Dover's Hill viewpoint and our "secret" off-the-beaten-track village, which many customers agree is a highlight of the tour! Stratford-upon-Avon pick up is from Shakespeare's Birthplace Coach Terminal - please arrive at 08.50 for 09.00 departure. If you're travelling by train from Birmingham, then Stratford-upon-Avon train station is just a 5-10 minute walk from our pick up spot. We then travel to Moreton-in-Marsh rail station to collect our final passengers. If you select pick up from Moreton-in-Marsh, please arrive at 09.30. There are direct trains to Moreton-in-Marsh from London, Reading, Oxford or Worcester.

Shakespeare Distillery is the only working distillery in Stratford upon Avon. We look to the Tudor period to influence the spirits we produce. Our award-winning Stratford Gin has flavours based on a Tudor herb garden.

Take a day trip from Oxford and see the breathtaking scenery, quaint stone villages, and market towns of the North Cotswolds. Visit picturesque Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare.

Maybe you'll be shocked, maybe you'll be surprised, maybe you'll actually be scared, but you will certainly be entertained as you are taken around the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon to hear tales of plague, murder, ghosts and witches.

The WalkTalkShow.co.uk is a fascinating trip through the entire history of Stratford, from its 7th Century beginnings to its 21st Century arcade. Our guides will tell you all about the town, William Shakespeare and the buildings and events that punctuate a history spanning 14 centuries. The tour has about a dozen stops - each one used to illustrate key historical details; both about the Bard and his hometown. Just how significant was the Guild of the Holy Cross [founded 1269] to local history - and who was the enigmatic Hugh Clopton? See Harvard House (1596), the family home of the man who went on to start America's most famous University. Shakespeare frequented all five of the taverns from his day that survive to this - and you still can. You will also learn a lot about the greatest writer ever as well as the iconoclastic forces of English history that shaped the man, his home town, the British Isles - and thereafter the wider world. Full details at: WalkTalkShow.co.uk.

Explore Stratford-Upon-Avon at your own pace with a local guide on your 1.5hr Private Tour. Enjoy the sights of Stratford, including key sights like Holy Trinity Church, New Place and three theatres!

Embark on a thrilling journey through the enchanting Cotswolds, setting off from Stratford-Upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh in our luxury 16 seat Mercedes Benz Mini-Coach! With over 20 years of experience of touring and exploring the Cotswolds our driver will unveil the hidden treasures of must-see villages, including Bourton-on-the-Water and Chipping Camden, alongside lesser-known hamlets often missed by other Cotswolds tours. Enjoy abundant free time for exploration, enriched with lively commentary and valuable tips on the best places to eat or discover throughout the day. For the the best Cotswold Tour experience from Stratford-upon-Avon or Moreton-in-Marsh book with Shakespeare Coaches

Travel by luxury mini-coach through the scenic English countryside to The Cotswolds. Spend plenty of time off the bus, enjoying a guided tour of Oxford and its centuries-old university, and Stratford-upon-Avon, with an optional Shakespeare’s house visit.

See where Shakespeare lived, hangout and found so much inspiration on this affordable self-guided walking tour of Stratford-Upon-Avon. • Take in the places connected to Shakespeare’s life including the church where he was baptised and is buried today, and hear about the curse he planted on his own tomb • Hear from producer Oz Harris who’s been guiding private tours around England for over 10 years • Do it all in 30 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Enjoy a full day exploring the beautiful Cotswolds with a local guide. On this 'Secret Cotswolds' tour, you'll visit better-known Burford & Broadway, as well as pretty spots that most visitors miss.