Self-catering accommodation - Stratford on Avon

Most foreign tourist include a visit to Stratford on Avon during their holiday to the UK. Shakespeare is much loved beyond the shores of the UK and people are interested in seeing the places he frequented and finding out more.

Tourists sometimes just turn up and hope to find somewhere to stay in Stratford upon Avon. With Internet booking it is easier to find self-catering accommodation in advance for both short breaks and holidays in  Stratford upon Avon.

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Places of interest to tourists in Stratford on Avon include:

• The Shakespearean Exhibition
• The house where Shakespeare was born and died
• Shakespeare's grave is located in the Holy Trinity Church beside the River Avon
• New Place Gardens adjoining Shakespeare's House - great place to take a picnic to and enjoy the flowers
• The Swan Theatre and the Other Place to enjoy performances of Shakespeare's work
• Some splendid historic buildings including Harvard House in the High street, an Elizabethan town house museum and interactive section
• Anne Hathaway's House just outside Stratford

Crowds of people stroll and gather around the River Avon and canal, watching canal boats navigate the lock, feed the swans, walk along the river or row boats on the river.  Rowing boats can be hired.  There are also river trips on larger boats, a childrens' play park, and some street entertainers in season.

Shopping in Stratford on Avon

Stratford on Avon possesses a good shopping centre with a few interesting shops; an all year round Christmas wonderland shop, and a tiny traditional sweet shop where you can purchase old-fashioned traditional sweets by weight.

Car parking

Various outdoor and multi-story car parks are well signposted.  Arrive early to avoid the rush hour which begins at around 16:45. It is possible to find car parking in the streets away from the town centre.