Is Stratford-upon-Avon worth visiting?
Is Stratford-upon-Avon worth visiting? If you are visiting Stratford just for a day, it might be a bit of a stretch to also visit as well as all the other sights. However if you are here for a couple of days, or have an interest in a Tudor farm (it's great for families), this is definitely worth visiting in our opinion.
What is special about Stratford-upon-Avon?
Stratford-upon-Avon, the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare, has many buildings associated with the famous dramatist and poet.
Is Stratford-upon-Avon a small town?
Stratford-upon-Avon is a town, small in size but large in history and interest. The streets themselves hold a thousand delights with the chemistry of the ages mixed in with the needs of today.
Is Stratford-upon-Avon busy?
If you want to avoid crowds, you may want to avoid visiting Stratford-upon-Avon during the school holidays, when the town can get quite busy.
Is Stratford-upon-Avon expensive?
Also, the average hotel price in Stratford-upon-Avon for a couple is £173 ($212). So, a trip to Stratford-upon-Avon for two people for one week costs on average £2,012 ($2,463).
Are there two stations in Stratford-upon-Avon?
Between 1873 and 1952, Stratford-upon-Avon was also served by Stratford Old Town railway station on the Stratford-upon-Avon and Midland Junction Railway (SMJR). A new parkway station was opened to the north of the town next to the A46 road on 19 May 2013.
What is the difference between Stratford-upon-Avon and Stratford-on-Avon?
Anything to do with the town of Stratford is always referred to as Stratford-upon-Avon. However, as a district council, we cover a much larger area than the town itself, but do not want to lose the instantly recognised tag of Stratford, so anything to do with the district is referred to as Stratford-on-Avon.
Do you need a car in Stratford-upon-Avon?
Stratford-upon-Avon town centre is laid out on a medieval grid pattern, with streets running vertically or parallel to the river and therefore easy to walk around, without the need for a car. There are also plenty of distinctive landmarks to help guide visitors if they get lost.
Can you catch a train to Stratford-upon-Avon?
It's wonderfully cheap and easy to travel to Stratford-upon-Avon by train. By opting for off-peak times to travel, you'll enjoy less-crowded trains and cheaper ticket prices too.
What is the dress code for Stratford-upon-Avon?
Dress Code There are no formal rules to follow in the Tattersalls and Centre Course but spectators should dress appropriately and with weather conditions in mind. In the Club Enclosure, smart casual attire is the policy and this means no ripped jeans are permitted.
Is Stratford-upon-Avon a good day out?
I am always surprised when I read posts that Stratford Upon Avon is too commercial or disappointing. We enjoyed the city, especially the Shakespeare tour of four places (house he was born with great museum, location of his house, church were he was buried and Anne Hathaway's house.
How long is the journey from London to Stratford-upon-Avon?
Generally, it takes around 2 hours and 27 minutes to travel from London to Stratford-upon-Avon by train. However, it can take a little as 2 hours and 13 minutes on the fastest services.