Shakespeare's Family Homes
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Shakespeare's Family Homes include his birthplace, his wife's childhood cottage, and his family estate, offering insight into the life of the world renowned writer.
Shakespeare's Family Homes in Stratford-upon-Avon is home to five historic family homes associated with the town's most notable export; Shakespeare's Birthplace, Anne Hathaway's Cottage, Shakespeare's New Place, Hall's Croft and Mary Arden's Farm, and the world's largest library, museum and public archive of Shakespeare's work.
Also on display, is the public archive of theatre records belonging to the Royal Shakespeare Company and collections celebrating the local history of Stratford-upon-Avon and South Warwickshire, as well as an array of interactive and immersive activities for people of all ages to engage with Shakespeare's work.
The five beautifully preserved homes together form a must-see heritage site dedicated to preserving and celebrating the work of the world's best-known bard.
Please note Hall's Croft and Mary Arden's Farm are currently closed to the general public.
Why you should go
Visit William Shakespeare’s childhood home
Discover more about the life and times of The Bard
Engaging displays and live performances
Visitor information
Address
The Shakespeare Centre, Henley Street, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6QW
01789 204016
Opening times
Low season: January - March: November - December 10 am - 4 pm. Last entry 3.30 pm
High Season: April - October 10 am - 5 pm. Last entry 4.30 pm
Please check the website for details www.shakespeare.org.uk
Timed entry tickets can be pre-booked online with some availability at the door.
Exclusions and safety measures
Hall’s Croft, the Jacobean home of Shakespeare’s daughter Susanna and her husband Dr. John Hall, and Mary Arden’s farm, a working Tudor farm where Shakespeare’s mother grew up are currently closed to the general public.
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