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Shakespeare's Birthplace    

www.shakespeare.org.uk
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(5.4K) · Historical landmark in Stratford-Upon-Avon, United Kingdom
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Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and explore his childhood world. Hear tales of Shakespeare’s family life and get up close to rare objects from the Trust’s world class …
Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace to walk in Shakespeare’s footsteps and explore his childhood world. Hear tales of Shakespeare’s family life and get up close to rare objects from the Trust’s world class collections as you discover how the extraordinary William Shakespeare continues to shape our lives today.

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Feb 23, 2025
Very nice. Interesting and very knowledgeable staff. Lovely educational hour. Also nicely stocked shop All in all very niceFull review by FoodieBucks72
Feb 18, 2025
The house is a missed opportunity to engage new audiences, and particularly children and young people, with the life and works of Shakespeare. We got stuck behind a tour group which meant we were e…Full review by Pathfinder707914
Feb 15, 2025
Overpriced for the experience, Found the entrance staff unfriendly and unwelcoming which marred the experience. Poor valueFull review by 1MysticTopaz1
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"A Mecca for all lovers of literature." That must be true, judging by all the "lovers of literature" signatures etched into the windows of the hou…
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Facts

Located:Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, England
Construction completed:before 1552
Owner:Shakespeare Birthplace Trust
Type:House

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Hi would you recommend booking tickets for this before hand? I’ve seen you can book a ticket for the 3 top places to visit …
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Hi would you recommend booking tickets for this before hand? I’ve seen you can book a ticket for the 3 top places to visit in one ticket ? Not sure if it’s cheaper online or just to book when we arrive? Thank you in advance. ☺️
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Yes, I too, would book in advance.
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How long dose it take to go around/look around?
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It took me about 25 minutes!
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Is Shakespeare's birthplace open all year round? I appreciate that it is currently closed.
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Hi, Im sure it is open majority all year round other than holiday days like Christmas Day and New Years Day but I think it is closed at the moment
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If we see Shakespeare's house on foot, what other houses are within walking distance? Is there a tour ticket we can …
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If we see Shakespeare's house on foot, what other houses are within walking distance? Is there a tour ticket we can purchase in advance? We don't have access to a printer but can book online.
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Thank you so much. We will buy the 5 houses online ticket which seems like a good buy even for 2 or 3 places.
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Is photography allowed inside the houses ?
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Yes but not with a flash.
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Do I have to book in advance?
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We recommend pre-booking to avoid disappointment. We offer timed entry to Shakespeare's Birthplace and these slots take priority on admission. You can book online in advance here...
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