Stratford-upon-Avon – the Birthplace of William Shakespeare

Stratford-upon-Avon is situated in south Warwickshire, England. It lies on the river Avon. It is the main town of the District of Stratford-upon-Avon. Its population is about 24 thousand people.

The town is a popular tourists destination as the birthplace of the playwright and poet William Shakespeare, receiving about 3 million visitors a year from all over the world.

We want you to see how every place, every house, connected with the name of Stratfords favourite son William Shakespeare, is kept and carefully cared for.

Shakespeares Birthplace

Ann Hathaway Cottage, the home of Shakespeares wife family

Halls Croft. The home of Shakespeares daughter Susanna and her husband Dr. John Hall

New Place. It was owned by Shakespeare himself. He died in this house.

Holy Trinity Church, where Shakespeare was baptised and buried

Royal Shakespeare Theatre, where only Shakespeares plays are staged and performed

The Shakespeare Birthday Celebrations Its a unique event that has been taking place in Stratford for nearly 2 centuries

The towns streets will overflow with pageantry, music and drama. Over the three day birthday period you can enjoy a packed program of special celebratory activities – great days out at Shakespeares historic houses, literary and music events and amazing theatre.

The tradition brings together the local community, professional and amature performers and actors from around the world in a vibrant celebration of the life and works of Shakespeare

Whether you are a fan of Shakespeares works or not, there promises to be something for everybody

The grave of the poet William Shakespeare

Shakespeares own epitaph Good friend, for Jesus sake forbeare To dig the dust encloased heare. Blese be thy man who spares these stones And curst be he who moves my bones Друг, ради Господа не рой Останков, взятых сей землей ; Нетронувший блажен в веках. И проклят – тронувший мой прах.

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This presentation is created by Pozdnyakova O.V. Lyceum 3. Saratov. Russia.

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