The WalkTalkShow.co.uk - Guided Tour of Stratford upon Avon in Stratford-upon-Avon
The WalkTalkShow.co.uk - Guided Tour of Stratford upon Avon
The WalkTalkShow.co.uk - Guided Tour of Stratford upon Avon
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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.
Itinerary
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe first of about a dozen stops that are included in our 1.4km guided tour. The world famous RST has a rich history and is viewed by many actors as the pinnacle of their career. This iconic theatre is our meeting point and from here we overview the origins of this world famous town.Stratford-upon-Avon
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAt Market Cross you will see one of the original Market Halls - dating back to 1500AD and the place that John Shakespeare often used to trade his artisan gloves.Shakespeare's Birthplace
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThis is our third stop and here we showcase the living conditions of the very fortunate young William Shakespeare, born as he was into a prosperous Tudor family. The house dates from the early 1500's and is a living museum.The American Fountain
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAt this historically important site the Town's livestock market was located from 1196 when the settlement first became a Market Town. Two pubs that have survived from the Tudor period are also located on this important junction.Stratford-upon-Avon(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeOur next visit is Bell Court where you can see the Bell that was used to draw people to the towns artisan markets hanging in the main entrance. Bell Court houses a wide range of drinking and dining venues.Town Hall Stratford upon Avon
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeAt the top of Sheep Street is a junction we call History Corner - as within sight are buildings that span five centuries. These include the birthplace of John Harvard, the founding father of Harvard University, as well as another Tudor era pub, now called The Garrick Inn.Shakespeare's New Place
5 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOriginally built in 1483, Shakespeare bought his huge retirement pad in 1597. The largest house in town with a history almost as colourful as that of William's father, John.Stratford-upon-Avon
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeNearing the end of our tour you will visit the Guild Chapel - part of the towns original seat of power which dates back to 1269. The Guild Chapel is Free to enter and has its own absolutely fascinating history. Shakespeare's schoolroom is right next door and we'll see that too!Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall
5 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedThe Guild, itself founded in 1269, started a school in 1295 that exists to this day. William Shakespeare attended it in the late 1500's, gaining a superb education. It is now a living museum.Stratford-upon-Avon(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeWe stop briefly on Chapel Lane to take in King Edward the Sixth Grammar School, this large, modern, grammar school is today's version of the original Guild school that started in 1295; the same school that Shakespeare attended.Swan Theatre
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeHere we describe the history of the Theatre complex and explain why the facade of The Swan is all that survives of the original Shakespeare Memorial Theatre.Royal Shakespeare Theatre
5 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe finish back at our our original starting point, the RST. Your Guide will be happy any questions you may have to help you to optimise your visit to our wonderful town.
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