{"id":27228,"date":"2021-10-11T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/uncategorized-en-gb\/stratford-upon-avon"},"modified":"2022-05-10T15:21:38","modified_gmt":"2022-05-10T15:21:38","slug":"stratford-upon-avon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/en-gb\/countries-en-gb\/united-kingdom-en-gb\/stratford-upon-avon\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Things To Do in Stratford-upon-Avon"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the heart of the English Midlands is the quaint market town of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/stratford-upon-avon?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=September&amp;utm_content=CG_Stratford&amp;utm_term=UK_TravelStratford\">Stratford-<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/stratford-upon-avon?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=September&amp;utm_content=CG_Stratford&amp;utm_term=UK_TravelStratford\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">upon-Avon.<\/a> Harking back to the 16th century, the preserved Tudor buildings make it feel as if you\u2019ve stepped back in time. The river Avon meanders throughout and, in the summer, when the trees are in full bloom, there\u2019s nowhere quite as bucolic.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, you can\u2019t talk about Stratford-upon-Avon\u2014often referred to as just Stratford\u2014without mentioning its most famous inhabitant: William Shakespeare. The revered playwright and poet spent his formative years here as well as his last. Nowadays, the town is a subtle shrine to the playwright, with plenty of museums and theatres dedicated to him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/EN4G0501-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26947\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/EN4G0501-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26947\" class=\"wp-image-26948\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">One of Stratford\u2019s best restaurants, you\u2019ll have a meal you won\u2019t forget at The Woodsman.Credit: The Woodsman<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Cocktails-Group-1-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26954\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26954\" class=\"wp-image-26955\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Treat yourself to an ornate cocktail or two before sitting down for dinner. Credit: The Woodsman<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Halibut-scaled.jpeg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26961\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Halibut-scaled.jpeg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26961\" class=\"wp-image-26962\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">The woodfired halibut is a must-try dish at The Woodsman. Credit: The Woodsman<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To those familiar with the British town\u2019s food scene, Stratford\u2019s offerings won\u2019t come as a surprise. With high street chains, cute cafes and pubs, expect the food to be mostly British staples\u2014think English breakfasts, roast dinners and pies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some places are pushing the boundaries of these hearty dishes, with a handful of Stratford\u2019s restaurants having caught the eye of the Michelin Guide. Inspired by the natural cooking scene, The Woodsman is one of Stratford\u2019s most exciting eateries. Having an on-site butcher, the restaurant hangs and cures its own meat. Most dishes\u2014including the grilled wild deer, woodfired halibut and hay baked celeriac\u2014are cooked over an open flame, giving every dish a distinct smokey flavour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who want a more casual affair, head to the cheekily named Boston Tea Party\u2014a regional chain\u2014which has been named Stratford\u2019s best cafe several times over. This modern cafe is the perfect place for a sightseeing pit stop. Serving food all day, dishes range from an English fry-up to American-style pancakes to burgers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want your snack on the go, head down to the Avon\u2019s riverbanks and seek out Shakee\u2019s Ice Cream Barge\u2014look for the boat with colourful bunting and Shakespeare caricatures. The popular venue serves small snacks and the best soft serve ice cream in the Midlands (according to the owners) so grab yourself a sweet treat and enjoy it as the river idly drifts by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/LL026874-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26968\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/LL026874-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26968\" class=\"wp-image-26969\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">You\u2019re sure to find your favourite hot drink at the popular Boston Tea Party cafe. Credit: Boston Tea Party Stratford<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you fancy a pint or two, Stratford has lots of pubs to choose from. Our first choice would be the Dirty Duck, close to the RSC Theatre. This 18th-century establishment is where thespians go for a post-play celebratory drink. Perhaps you\u2019ll join them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/1191-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26977\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/1191-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26977\" class=\"wp-image-26978\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">See a performance at the impressive Royal Shakespeare Theatre Company for the full Bard experience. Credit: Peter Cook\/The Royal Shakespeare Theatre<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Play<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We could try to give you an alternative guide to Stratford-upon-Avon, but let\u2019s be honest, the town is on the map because of its most famous inhabitant\u2014Will Shakespeare\u2014so it\u2019s worth embracing wholeheartedly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Throughout the town, you\u2019ll find monuments to the Bard, and it&#8217;s hard to know where to start. So we suggest beginning your history lesson at Shakespeare\u2019s Birthplace. This impressive Tudor building is where the playwright spent his formative years. Learn about his family history and see how life was back in the 16th century with live reenactments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/5801-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26983\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/5801-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26983\" class=\"wp-image-26984\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Once Shakespeare\u2019s home, New Place is now a lush garden. Credit: Shakespeare Birthplace Trust<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow learning about his early days by visiting Shakespeare\u2019s New Place, where he spent the last 19 years of his life. Sadly, the building was demolished in 1759, but in its place is an impressive garden that commemorates Shakespeare\u2019s time there. Discover bold art pieces that were inspired by the works he wrote while living at New Place and visit the Knot Garden, which is designed in a style familiar to the Tudor times and Shakespeare himself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For theatre lovers, a trip to Stratford isn\u2019t complete without seeing a play or two. Head to the Royal Shakespeare Company Theatre to watch a contemporary retelling of some of his most popular tragedies or comedies\u2014\u201cHamlet\u201d and \u201cA Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream\u201d are often on the bill\u2014as well as new plays by up-and-coming writers. Some of Britain\u2019s biggest actors, including Dame Judi Dench, Sir Ian McKellen and Sir Patrick Stewart, have trodden the boards here, so expect to see a top-rate performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The White Swan Hotel&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>For a more traditional stay, head to the <a href=\"https:\/\/sp.booking.com\/hotel\/gb\/the-white-swan-stratford-upon-avon.en-gb.html?aid=1500264&amp;label=goeu_DE_Berlin_GB_Stratford-upon-avon_ow_1_0_1_id0_mag_com_en_EUR_Other_x_other_210730_376217_356980\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">White Swan Hotel<\/a>. Just a short walk from the town\u2019s best sights, this Grade-II listed building has the perfect blend of historic features and modern comforts. Rooms have exposed beams, open fireplaces and antique furniture that create a cosy and inviting atmosphere. In the foyer, the wooden panelling and roaring fire will make you feel as if you\u2019ve gone back to the Shakespearean era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/215243725.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26990\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26990\" class=\"wp-image-26991\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">With plush furnishings and four-poster beds, you\u2019ll feel like Elizabethan royalty at the White Swan Hotel. CredIt: The White Swan Hotel\/Booking.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/189341358.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"26996\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/189341358.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=26996\" class=\"wp-image-26997\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Retreat to The White Swan\u2019s wood-panelled restaurant after a day of learning about Shakespeare&#8217;s life. Credit: The White Swan Hotel\/Booking.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Townhouse<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><a href=\"https:\/\/sp.booking.com\/hotel\/gb\/the-townhouse-stratford-upon-avon.en-gb.html?aid=1500264&amp;label=goeu_DE_Berlin_GB_Stratford-upon-avon_ow_1_0_1_id0_mag_com_en_EUR_Other_x_other_210730_376217_356980\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Townhouse<\/a> is an 11-bedroom hotel, situated right in the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon. Opposite Shakespeare\u2019s schoolroom and just a short walk from the RSC Theatre, it\u2019s the perfect location for a short break. Grade-II listed, the building is more than 400 years old and has the distinct Tudor facade of white walls with black beams. All the rooms are designed in a contemporary style, but each has its own flair. Check out the hotel\u2019s bar and restaurant, which are popular haunts with locals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/92032005.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"27003\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=27003\" class=\"wp-image-27004\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">For a more contemporary spin on Shakespearean style, spend a night at The Townhouse. Credit: The Townhouse\/Booking.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/92032233.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"27009\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/92032233.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=27009\" class=\"wp-image-27010\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Modern inside, the Townhouse\u2019s facade harks back to the popular Tudor design of white walls and black wooden beams. Credit: The Townhouse\/Booking.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the heart of the English Midlands is the quaint market town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Harking back to the 16th century, the preserved Tudor buildings make it feel as if you\u2019ve stepped back in time. The river Avon meanders throughout and, in the summer, when the trees are in full bloom, there\u2019s nowhere quite as bucolic.&nbsp;&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/en-gb\/countries-en-gb\/united-kingdom-en-gb\/stratford-upon-avon\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Top Things To Do in Stratford-upon-Avon<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":22565,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2178],"tags":[],"position_ids":[],"class_list":["post-27228","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-united-kingdom-en-gb","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>The Best Things To Do in Stratford-upon-Avon (by locals) in 2026<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover what activities and places you can&#039;t miss out on when you visit Stratford-upon-Avon, the United Kingdom. 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