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As the great little town on the banks of the River Avon, we know that visitors are looking for something special when they visit Stratford-upon-Avon.
And they’re never disappointed! We have one of the busiest events and festivals programmes in the Midlands, meaning that whenever you visit our town, there’s always something exciting going on. From business events to fun-filled weeks for all the family, Stratford celebrates all year round. Come and join the party!
A day of pageantry and carnival to celebrate the life of the world’s greatest playwright at Shakespeare’s Birthplace and throughout Stratford-upon-Avon. www.shakespeare.org.uk
The 2011 Literary Festival was a great success, with audience numbers breaking all records. Audiences enjoyed author events, workshops, panel discussions and exhibitions. The 2012 event is already being planned, so visit: www.stratfordliteraryfestival.co.uk to find out what’s happening.
Thousands of artists from around the world will take part in almost 70 productions, plus supporting events and exhibitions, right across the UK, including London, Stratford-upon-Avon, Newcastle/Gateshead, Birmingham, Wales and Scotland and online. The World Shakespeare Festival is supported by the National Lottery through the Olympic Lottery Distributor, by Arts Council England and by BP, [...]
Stratford-upon-Avon Cycling Festival is to be held on the Racecourse over the weekend of 26th – 27th May Further details to follow shortly
2011 saw the Stratford upon Avon Fringe Festival grow again and it has been acknowledged as a huge success. There was comedy, art, music, theatre and loads of street entertainers all from the town that could be called the home of theatre. The 2012 fringe s already being planned, so visit www.stratfordfringe.co.uk in the coming months for [...]
The Stratford upon Avon River Festival was a great success in 2011 attracting over 35,000 people over the weekend. With the 2012 event now being planned, expect to see all the favourites along the River Avon, opposite the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, at the Recreation ground, including live music of all types, market stalls, fun for the [...]
The Shakespeare Hospice Carnival will take place for the second year running at the Recreation Ground in Stratford on Avon. If you are interested in having a stall at this event please conatct Linda on 01789 266852. More details coming soon. www.shakespearehospice.org.uk
Saturday 21st July 2012 Psychic Fair 10am-4.30pm £2 Dark Parlour 7pm-10pm £15.50 Haunted Tour of Stratford 7pm-9.30pm £9.50 Ghost Hunt at the Falstaff Experience 10.30pm-4.30am £65 www.stratfordghostfestivalandpsychicfayre.co.uk
Hall’s Croft is hosting a series of unique Shakespeare-inspired theatre experiences all set in its atmospheric gardens. Enjoy diverse and lively performances from the students of London’s Central School of Speech and Drama, and Haringey Shed – a young people’s mixed-ability theatre group and 2012 Community Force Winner. Adding an international flavour, the much-acclaimed Malawi-based [...]
This year’s Big 10k run will take place on Sunday 9th September finishing on the Recreation Ground on the banks of the River Avon Further details to follow
This year, the Stratford upon Avon Food Festival kicks off on Saturday 22nd September, with the fun lasting all weekend. The main action takes place at the Recreation Ground, but you’ll find that there’s plenty going on throughout the town. From live cookery demonstrations and market stalls to live music and street entertainment, there’s something for [...]
Stratford’s 5th annual Hallowe’en Festival is back, and this year it’s bigger and better than ever!
Provisional dates for 2012 are 13 – 20 OCTOBER The 2011 Stratford on Avon Music Festival which ran between 15-22 October was, according to the local press: “A roaring success”. The focus on last year’s festival was attracting new audiences. Festival Chairman, Nigel Phillips said: “Everyone who spoke to me was very impressed with the [...]
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