Plans continue to come together for the Fringe this year, with lots of hard work from a dedicated team of volunteers and co-ordinators. One headline act we can announce now is Andy Kershaw, who will be at the Civic Hall on Friday 8 June at 6pm to talk about his autobiography ‘No Off Switch’ and [...]

The purpose of the event will be to showcase the range and quality of male and female fashion retail in the town and we are encouraging many retailers to participate. The Show will feature a covered runway and we are planning three 30 minute sessions throughout the day. We are also planning that Touch FM [...]

40,000 People and 150 Boats over two days in the heart of Stratford-Upon-Avon… By popular demand the Stratford River Festival will be returning to the banks of the River Avon over the weekend of 30th June and 1st July 2012. This unique free event was established by Stratforward Business Improvement District in 2009 providing yet [...]

- Orchestra of the Swan in association with Stratford Fringe present Julian Lloyd Webber performing Delius’ Cello Concerto as part of their Spring Sounds Festival – Secret gigs – high profile musicians performing in small venues – Jump Jive workshop and gig – Free Fringe – music in over 20 venues throughout the week with [...]

The Falcon Hotel – Chapel Street Monday, 20 February @ 7.30pm Tourists – love them, hate them, they are Stratford’s lifeblood. Tony Merrygold, Managing Director of Shakespeare Country, will be guest speaker at the Stratford upon Avon Society’s meeting . Tony will show how tourism drives the town centre economy and will discuss changing patterns [...]

The Shakespeare Birthday Celebrations this year promises the same pageantry, colour and spectacle as ever, with the addition of much more street entertainment and activity, co-ordinated and organised jointly by the Birthplace Trust, Town and District Council, Stratford Town Trust, the RSC and Stratforward. The procession will move through the town to Holy Trinity Church, [...]

Pashley Cycles are on hire from The Traditional Cycle Shop by the Hour, Half Day, Full Day and Week… Longer rental periods can be arranged… Please Contact Us for Rates.. From our shop we have a number of safe and easy cycle routes, which allow you to explore Stratford Upon Avon, Shakespeare’s Houses, National Trust [...]

Retail and Antique Market held every 2 weeks in Rother Street, Stratford-upon-Avon

Sketts is extremely proud to be a farmers’ market pioneer with Stratford upon Avon being one of the first in the country, opening in June 1999 with many others following. We continue to work closely with farmers and local authorities to ensure our farmers’ markets remain authentic and true to their original ethos. Our farmers [...]

Stratford District Council and Sketts are pleased to introduce Stratford-upon-Avon Retail Market every Friday. Located in the Rother Street Market Place not far from the world famous Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Shakespeare’s Birthplace, the market is always a lively place to come and shop come rain or shine. Stalls offer everything from fresh produce to [...]

Entries are now invited from all you budding playwrites out there! The challenge: 5 characters – 15 minutes – props you can fit in a bag. Can you do it?? Entries will be judged by a panel of writers and directors, and four will be selected for a rehearsed read through on 6th June at [...]

Bamboodle Noodle Bar and Asian Fusion serving hot & cold food. All our food is freshly prepared to order. Take Away service is available. Drinks. Teas & Coffees served all day. We have recently refurbished Bamboodle in a contemporary stylish warm Fashion and are now the only Bar/Restaurant serving food till 3pm Thursday, Friday and [...]

The NCT (National Childbirth Trust) is a national registered charity, helping out expectant and young families in the local area. We hold two Nearly New Sales per year. The next one is Saturday March 3, at the Civic Hall, 12-2pm. People interested in selling their unwanted baby things can get a seller’s pack by contacting [...]

Normal admission prices and opening times apply unless otherwise stated. 3 Jan – 31 December Shakespeare’s Birthplace Shakespeare Aloud! Experience live theatre in the Birthplace gardens every day with costumed actors performing Shakespeare. 14-18 February Anne Hathaway’s Cottage A declaration of love! Our new heart-shaped lavender maze is the romantic setting for a unique Valentine’s [...]

- Over 20 theatre companies now registered to take part performing works as diverse as The Importance of Being Earnest and Eldred the Vampyre (a production brought to the Fringe by David Pinner, the creator of ‘The Wickerman’) – Theatre performances in theatres, pubs, café’s and restaurants throughout the town – Drama/circus skills workshops for [...]

notjustshakespeare.org opened its first dedicated visitor information centre this week at 21 Henley Street. In addition to providing state of the art touch screen technology and video advertising for attractions, the centre also provides a wide range of literature and tourist information not just for Stratford but also the rest of the UK. The opening [...]

On Sunday 1st July 2012 the Olympic flame will pass through Stratford-on-Avon District as part of the Olympic Torch Relay on its way to the Olympic Stadium in London. The torch will pass through the local communities of Earlswood, Alcester, Newbold-on-Stour, Alderminster and Stratford-upon-Avon before heading to Warwick to continue its journey. Events are planned [...]

Live Events showing, The Bolshoi Ballet, The Royal Opera House, The Metropolitan Opera, The Royal Opera and National Theatre. For further information call 08971 902 5741 or visit www.picturehouses.co.uk/cinema/SOA

Stratford-born and bred artist Jane Tomlinson has recently completed a stunning new portrait of Stratford-upon-Avon. It’s a map but this one is very different; the artist has deliberately set out to be subjectively. Jane says: “I wanted to make a picture that says something personal about the way I feel for our beautiful town and [...]

The Red Lion is offering a fantastic 2 meals and a bottle of wine for £14.00 between the 1 and 9 February and 15 to the 29 February. To receive this fantastic offer please stop by to book and to pick up your February voucher. Between the 10 and the 14 February the Red Lion [...]

The temporary use of premises in Henley Street is due to finish at the end of January when the original Bridgefoot premises re-opens. Continuing the partnership between Stratford College and the District Council, the revived Bridgefoot operation promises to offer vistors in addition to information, ticket sales and accomodation booking, a comprehensive range of services [...]

Stratford-upon-Avon may well be famous for William Shakespeare but the pretty town on the River Avon holds a treasure trove of attractions, events, independent shops and great restaurants to satisfy any day tripper; and all only a short journey away on the Chiltern Line. Chiltern Railways offers a temping alternative to driving, with affordable, clean [...]

The Stratforward Business Improvement District introduced Town Hosts in 2009 to help create an image of Stratford-upon-Avon as the friendliest town in the country, assist local businesses and improve security and safety around the town centre through street presence and daily business visits The response from visitors and local businesses has been overwhelming – much [...]

In times of recession it can be hard to find an affordable day out to entertain the whole of the family. The Falstaff Experience Tudor World in Stratford upon Avon is endeavouring to help families find free activities and events in and around Stratford. Dedicating part of their website to ‘Free in Stratford’. A free [...]