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Ideal for:
Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
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Perfect destination for literature and drama students. Top Tip:
River Avon Cruise - Enjoy a variety of boat and strolling activities throughout the year.
Perfect destination for literature and drama students. Top Tip:
River Avon Cruise - Enjoy a variety of boat and strolling activities throughout the year.
School & College Tours to Stratford-upon-Avon
Recently transformed, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre has an exciting new programme.
Shakespeare comes alive in the heart of England. Give your students the unique opportunity to extend their knowledge of the bard in the context of his birthplace.
Delve into the complex texts, language, character and imagery of Shakespeare’s thought provoking plays. Interactive workshops focus on a range of themes linking to the curriculum and exam specifications. Combine with a visit to Shakespeare’s birthplace, Anne Hathaway’s cottage or Warwick Castle.
Top Stratford-upon-Avon Excursions
- Shakespeare’s Birthplace - Go and visit possibly the most famous landmark in Britain the birthplace of William Shakespeare.
- Holy Trinity Church - This picturesque church is located by the River Avon in the old part of Stratford and has become a Mecca for Shakespeare enthusiasts.
- Theatres – Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Swan Theatre, The Other Place, Courtyard Theatre
- Anne Hathaway’s Cottage - Learn and experience the childhood of Anne Hathaway.
- Stratford Town Walk - Enjoy a guided tour of Stratford and learn all about the city's fabulous history.
