Stratford upon Avon, WAR Historic Sites & Interpretive Centres
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Located in Shottery, a hamlet approximately two miles from Stratford-upon-Avon, this large dwelling was the childhood home of Shakespeare's wife, Anne Hathaway. Visitors may see the Hathaway bed and other family heirlooms, a lovely garden, and the Shakespeare Tree Garden - a field of trees mentioned in the author's writings.
Dr. John Hall, the husband to Shakespeare's daughter Susanna, owned this beautiful half-timbered, gabled house. Visitors may enter Dr. Hall's consulting room and gain knowledge of medical practices of the time period. A display of 16th and 17th-century furniture and paintings are also housed in the building, which is complimented by a lovely garden.
The actual birthplace of Shakespeare and his siblings was passed down through many generations, serving as the Swan and Maidenhead Inn for some time. The building became quite dilapidated, and was later restored by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. The building has a fine tudor exhibit, recreated family rooms, and a shop.
This pleasant Tudor farmhouse was the pre-marriage home of Mary Arden, Shakespeare's mother. Stroll through the grounds to see blacksmiths forging, remnants of traditional life, and falconry displays. The house and museum are located three miles from Stratford-upon-Avon in the hamlet of Wilmcote.
Also known as 'New Place', this building is a reconstruction of the original dwelling of William Shakespeare from 1597 until his death. It was the second largest house in the area, and was evidence of the young Bard's success as a playwright and actor. Grand oak furniture and tapestries are on display in the building, as well as the history of Stratford.
