Find things to do in Stratford-upon-Avon
Already explored our lovely Stratford Manor Hotel and its grounds? Why not head out into Stratford-upon-Avon? Here’s a few of some of the most interesting things to do in the town.
Anne Hathaway’s Cottage
15 minute drive
No stay in Stratford-upon-Avon would be complete without visiting at least one Shakespeare-themed attraction. Explore the childhood home of Anne Hathaway, William Shakespeare’s wife, and discover over five centuries worth of stories – the last Hathaway left the cottage in 1911! Travel the Sculpture Trail inspired by Shakespeare’s plays and keep an eye out for the beautiful willow tree creations.
See The City By Open-top Bus
10 minute drive
Too many things to do in Stratford-upon-Avon for you to decide on just one? Hop on a Stratford-upon-Avon open-top bus tour from just £15. Go everywhere from Hall’s Croft to Holy Trinity Church, with on-board audio commentary about all the attractions. You can get on and off the buses whenever you want with a 24 or 48hr pass, so you can take as long as you want at each of the sites.
Explore The River Avon
10 minute drive
Fancy punting down the River Avon? Try your hand at rowing or sit back and relax on a guided tour. You can even take a ride on a Venetian-style gondola. Larger groups can enjoy the sights and sounds of the river from a motorboat or public cruise.
Discover Magic Alley
10 minute drive
If you’re looking for something a little different to do, Magic Alley might be the place. Book into a workshop to learn a few magic tricks to impress your friends or journey through the manor full of puzzles and mystical creatures. The shop sells a wide variety of curiosities, everything from fantasy figurines to witchcraft sets. It’s certainly one of the more unusual things to do in Warwickshire.
The Swan Theatre
10 minute drive
Find entertainment somewhere new. A stone’s throw from the Royal Shakespeare Theatre is The Swan Theatre, which also stages Shakespeare, alongside a repertoire of plays by other writers, both old and new. Originally opened in its present form in 1986, and refurbished in April 2023, now’s your chance to be among the first to explore its history and the thrill of dramatic art.
Shakespeare’s Distillery
14 minute drive
To gin or not to gin? Like so much of Stratford, this Distillery is inspired by the Elizabethan writer, and many characters and ingredients which appear in the plays are referenced in the artisan gin and rum made here. Now on the Drayton Manor Farm Estate, you can choose from a range of experiences, from a tour and tasting session, to a gin school, cocktail masterclasses and even an hour-long river cruise.
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