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The WalkTalkShow.co.uk - Guided Tour of Stratford upon Avon

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Destination: United Kingdom, England, Stratford-upon-Avon
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  • 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Stratford-upon-Avon
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  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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
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Stop At: Royal Shakespeare Theatre Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BB England

The 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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

At 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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Shakespeare's Birthplace, Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6QW England

This 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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: The American Fountain, Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon England

At 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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

Our 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.

Stop At: Town Hall Stratford upon Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6EF England

At 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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Shakespeare's New Place, 22 Chapel St, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6EP England

Originally 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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

Nearing 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!

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall, Church Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6HB England

The 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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England

We 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.

Stop At: Swan Theatre, Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS England

Here 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.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Royal Shakespeare Theatre Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BB England

We 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.

Duration: 5 minutes

Inclusions
  • Experience 14 centuries of history, see buildings dating back to 1210 and chart Shakespeare's life

Exclusions
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    Departure Point

    Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BB, UK


    Return Details

    Returns to original departure point

    Voucher info

    You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

    Duration

    1 hour 15 minutes


    User's Reviews

    Chris_T

    24 Mar, 2024

    Friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide - Glinda. Also had a fund of anecdotes and language derivations.

    lindahaggett

    20 Mar, 2024

    Kate was very insightful and engaging. She answered any questions we had ( a small group of 4) and made the tour fun and informative. I'm very pleased we made this tour

    Elizabeth_G

    14 Mar, 2024

    We had Marcus as our guide and he was brilliant. Very informative, very easy to get on with…he knew everybody it seemed in Stratford!

    karencG2668LC

    13 Mar, 2024

    Kate, our Guide, took us on a 75 minute tour of wonderful Stratford. Kate was excellent, informative and wryly witty. John and Karen

    Faulkner1066

    12 Mar, 2024

    Glynda was fantastic so engaging and knowledgeable. We really enjoyed our walking tour of Stratford. We learned so much about the history of our country

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