The Attic Theatre is a small theater company that produces high-quality, live Shakespeare performances. The cast was very passionate and energetic, and the show was extremely enjoyable. 14 and 11 year olds were especially inspired by the performance, gaining a much greater understanding of the subject matter.
Lovely little theatre, we went to see Macbeth on Saturday night, sold out crowd. Sat in the front row you almost feel part of the action. The performers were all exceptional, the staging and lighting perfect. One of the most exciting and enjoyable evenings at ANY theatre we've experienced. Would recommend beyond recommendation.
Laurence Dodd — Google review
Booked and went to see A study in Scarlett (17/09/23) and what a fantastic play it was. Excellent acting and production, great set too. Excellent acting from the cast and each part played extremely well. First time at the Attic theatre and will be looking at when we can head back again. If you’ve never been here I suggest you look to go! Absolutely loved the show tonight. It’s even converted my wife to Sherlock Holmes!
Keep up the excellent work. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
keith blackshaw — Google review
We wanted to share just how much we enjoyed the wonderful performance of Macbeth. This was a powerful and intimate show, wonderfully performed by the cast. Raw, passionate, energetic and authentic, we felt like we were privileged to be there. This was the first time our 14 and 11 year olds had seen a live Shakespeare performance, they came out buzzing, and with a far greater understanding and appreciation of the subject matter. Thank you, that was brilliant.
Chris King — Google review
Wonderful tiny venue. Family of 12 including 5 children went to the Robin Hood panto Dec 2022. All loved it, kids and adults, 4 year old came out and said she wanted to watch it again straight away! Fantastic cast, script and performance. Amazing value.
Chris Horsey — Google review
Amazing performance of Blithe spirit at the attic theatre. First time going and cannot recommend enough. Its a small theatre and you are so close to the stage as to be immersed in the production. Lighting, sound and effects are great. Tickets very reasonably priced. If you are in Statford upon Avon go and see what is on.
Amanda Hatton — Google review
Visited this unique theatre to see The Three Musketeers. A brilliant show. Great entertainment. Interactive with the audience, funny and brilliant acting. So good we have been to see Sherlock Holmes A Study in Scarlet. Again Brilliant acting and a superb play. What this theatre lacks in size it makes up for in heart. It's amazing what so few actors can achieve. Well worth a visit.
Ann Warr — Google review
Absolute excellence! The perfect example of "don't judge a book by its cover". The cast has managed to bring a modern witty twist to a classic such as Beauty and the Beast play! The humour and pace throughout the play is truly disarming and will bring a smile to your and your child's face! Must see!
Martin Lambov — Google review
Super entertaining panto this year - Robin Hood.
Thoroughly enjoyed it as many others plays before. I love the space and the cast is always giving 100+ %.
Ewa — Google review
Went to see Sense and Sensibility tonight at the Attic Theatre. It was absolutely brilliant. Fantastic performances and great stage production. Don’t miss see this great community theatre group performing one of Jane Austin’s great stories.
Yolande Wiltshire — Google review
Went to see a production of peter pan by the tread the boards theatre company. Well worth the price of the family ticket. The company is small and several cast members played multiple roles. The theatre is small and you are close to the action. Great production.
Anthony Bourner — Google review
We randomly stopped by to see a show at the Attic and it was just so much fun. We watched a version of the Three Musketeers and it was super funny and the actors were so good. Our little kids, 6 and 8 loved the slapstick physical humor, the bigger kids, 10 and 12 laughed at the subtle jokes and followed the story fairly well and we as parents really enjoyed it all! Really something people should check out. Lovely time!
Tariq Siddiqi — Google review
What a little gem of a theatre. Only in Stratford for 2 nights, and saw Dracula opening night was that night. Bagged last 2 tix, and wow, are we glad we did! Loved it. Fabulous cast, wonderfully staged. Will keep our eyes peeled and make a return visit when possible
Hayley O'Shea — Google review
What a fantastic small intermittent theatre. We visited last night and watched The Three Musketeers. It was so funny. We really enjoyed the evening. The staff were really helpful and informative., including taking our own drinks. Next time we moor in Bancroft basin we will visit again. I noticed the shows are changed regularly.
Ian Andrews — Google review
My wife and I were in town for only a night and decided to catch a play. We saw Sense and Sensibility. Very glad we did. The theater is small and charming. Our proximity to the actors made it feel as though we were in the play with them. The acting was excellent with great attention to all the little nuances the bring a character to life. The overall play was well orchestrated and directed, making use of the entire space and every minute of time, including scene changes. I would highly recommend catching a shoe in The Attic!
Steve Chinn — Google review
Excellent show (watched Dracula), Small venue which gave an intimate experience. Ticket price good value for money. Will definitely look to visit again and enjoy future productions
Museum which houses items from the life of William Shakespeare, including his schoolroom and guildhall where he studied. The attraction opened in 2016 after a 1.8 million restoration and provides an interactive experience for visitors.
I'm glad I had time to visit this museum even though I bought my ticket last minute. The staff is very approachable and professional. Interactive tour guiding with a great sense of humour. Loved it!
Zsofia Barocsi — Google review
One of the most enjoyable historical experiences my daughter (12) and I have ever had. Kate our guide was welcoming and informative, we learned so much about this amazing building. We then had a Latin lesson with Mr Jenkins who was absolutely brilliant. Again, we learned so much! We really enjoyed trying out writing with quills whilst sat at the benches in this special building which is around 600 years old. An absolutely incredible place and well worth a visit.
Lisa Bailey — Google review
A visit of two distinct equally interesting parts. Ground floor explanation of the role of town guild and council activities. Upper floor was a delightful explanation of education in the time of Shakespeare. Delivered by a charismatic ,enthusiastic and knowledgeable ' school master'. We learned about the philosophy of education , classroom order , subject matter and expectations of the pupils. All delivered in an amusing but highly informative and appealing to children and adults of every age . Do not miss .
Helen Page — Google review
Superb way to spend an hour, the guides are have excellent knowledge of the history of the building, really interesting and highly recommended, the 'teacher' was a particular highlight, we felt chastised when we came out.
Marky ?Nedge Nedge? Mark — Google review
We have just visited the schoolroom and guildhall.
The staff at the schoolroom were amazing and so knowledgeable. It was a wonderful experience and great for children to learn about our history.
We recommend you visit it.
Chameleon WM CIC — Google review
Really interesting and interactive experience. The volunteers were very informative and engaging. We probably spent an hour in total having watched the videos, had the school room experience, and had a go with quills. Well worth a visit to learn more about Shakespeare's time and schooling.
Anna — Google review
We spent an hour or so here on Saturday 2nd April 2022. The guys that started the tour with us were students of the school now and were amazing. They were so proud of the history and to be a part of something so special that this really translated into the tour. I was also super impressed with Master Jenkins, he met us on the second part of the tour and was so passionate and gave us so much time.
I loved this experience and would recommend it to anyone 😊😊
Samantha — Google review
A must place to visit at Stratford-upon-Avon, it is a mix of history and today’s school.
The guides are helpful, warm, and giving detailed information. This is the best place in the area.
Eric So — Google review
Gives some good history of the school where Shakespeare developed.
You are popped onto a guided tour around where good information is given.
Upstairs, the gent who gives the Latin lesson was fab!
Opportunity to write with a quill but do beware, the ink will likely get onto your fingers and is difficult to remove!
Debbie N — Google review
Our guide was really nice very informative also the teacher upstairs was really good we learned about Tutor's and there method of teaching which really surprised me on how they taught young pupils gift shop was great highly recommended.
Gale Stubbs — Google review
Fascinating place to visit. Staff are super friendly. Costumed guides giving information about the rooms and the history. They even have a medieval wall painting. And best of all furry friends are allowed in. Loved it.
carol bell — Google review
Amazing place! Definitely a turn back time. In every room you will visit will be a guide who will let you know how the people used to be and learn that time,also everything is interactive and you will have to take some lessons, which is fun.Is amazing to see how well everything is preserved. Highly recommend to visit this place.
Claudia Nagy — Google review
It was interesting to see how schools were set up in the 16th century. The person who took the part of the headmaster gave a very interesting insight into how lessons were taught during that time period.
There were no formal exams as such; the older students taught the younger ones, this gave the headmaster an indication of how much the older students had learnt and if any gaps appeared in their learning. If successful, the students then progressed to the next stage of learning.
Steve Whitehouse — Google review
Really enjoyed visit and took you back in time to where Shakespeare went to school. Great interactive stuff to do whilst on the tour like writing in the school room with quill pens and trying on clothes.
Neal Todosijczuk — Google review
We found it an interesting piece of history. The gentlemen giving the tour and playing the school teacher were both knowledgeable of Shakespeare and the Guildhall and very much relished sharing the history. There are a couple of short video presentations and interactive displays too, along with faded pre-Reformation paintings. It made for an enjoyable and enlightening hour well spent.
Jenn B — Google review
I really enjoyed being part of the class and the actor playing the teacher was brilliant! Learnt so much what schools were like back in the days, won’t give you any spoilers here. Last entry time is 4:30pm, and you’d want to save 1hour for the visit.
There are some crops you can try on and take pictures with.
Stalls Lifestyle is a charming gift shop that offers an array of delightful items. The shop provides a picturesque setting, perfect for enjoying a delicious ploughman's lunch with friends or other available options. The staff are both courteous and efficient in attending to customers' needs. In addition, the attached coffee shop serves excellent coffee and decadent mince pies at reasonable prices. Overall, Stalls Lifestyle is an enchanting destination offering lovely decor items and tasty refreshments in an inviting ambiance.
Lovely setting with good food and drink.
Kathryn unitt — Google review
Great Christmas trees for sale and very helpful staff. The shop is very nice too!
Eugeniu Vieru — Google review
I love this shop, the landscape is great. It's very nice to eat something with these views
Pato Molina — Google review
This is a lovely place to visit if you are interested in fashion accessories and home furnishings and accessories. There are three areas to enjoy while having refreshments from a small cafe on site. It is situated in a beautiful rural location where a locally managed beautiful herd of fallow deer can often be seen near the boundary fence on the Alscott Estate. Highly recommended.
Caroline Timmis — Google review
Lovely things in shop and perfect setting for ploughman's for lunch with friends.(other options available)staff pleasant and efficient.
Sandy Stanbridge — Google review
Fab-U-Lous, Amazing and beautiful gift shop. Gorgeous gifts. Beautifully displayed. All amazing
Julie Dickenson — Google review
Fabulous place with a beautiful view from the tastefully furnished and very spacious coffee shop patio. Coffee and cake delicious x The shop has a lovely selection of gifts and homeward x
Definitely worth a visit
julie pennefather — Google review
Lovely items in the shop and not over-priced. Excellent coffee and mince pie in the little coffee shop attached.
Ruth Raven — Google review
Nice coffee venue and a good place for picking up little gifts
Pam Hollier — Google review
Sitting outside on a warm, sunny day, enjoying a smoothie and the peaceful atmosphere, what could be better? Answer enjoying looking at the beautiful things in the shop.
Elizabeth Hoult — Google review
Lovely place to visit beautiful village.
theresa butler — Google review
Brilliant shop, always buy lovely special Birthday and Christmas presents from here, a lovely choice, and things I don't see anywhere else.
Excellent coffee shop,and lovely light lunches.
Particularly like to sit outside on a warm day, and look out for the deer. Always a pleasure.
Sandra Heeks — Google review
My friend and I love this place, especially at Christmas, bought some lovely things. Lovely lunches with wonderful views in the tea rooms. Staff are really nice and helpful. I do hope they survive these lockdowns cannot wait to go back.
Susan Ewan — Google review
Lovely soup and rolls or a ploughman's for lunch with nice views from the restaurant and lots of gift ideas in its shop. Very nice place in a lovely location. It closes quite early though (around 4) so make sure you allow time to shop as well as lunch/afternoon tea..
The Royal Shakespeare Company is a renowned theater in Stratford-upon-Avon, England that has been in operation for over 100 years. It is home to many famous actors and productions, including one dedicated to William Shakespeare. The Plays The Thing exhibition captures the work of the theater and the history behind some of its most famous performances.
An amazing experience. We've seen Love's Labour's lost. It was modern, it was funny, it was clever and most important inclusive. I truly enjoyed it. I would highly recommend it!
Anna Smithers — Google review
Excellent place. The staff are all so helpful & lovely. They take their time to chat and make sure you know where you are going. A number of them even complimented my Husband & I on our attire & thanked us for making the effort to dress accordingly. (Very few people had bothered to dress for the occasion). A fabulous, interesting building with a shop, bar, cafe & restaurant.
We saw an updated version of 'Much ado about nothing'. Again an excellent performance by all of the cast. It was my first foray into Shakespeare but I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. My only negative comment is that the theatre seats are very small with very little leg room(I'm 5' 2")& were quite uncomfortable. Overall I would highly recommend and would definitely visit again.
Thankyou to all who helped make this a fabulous Valentine's surprise weekend.
J R — Google review
I've visited the RSC countless times now and never have an experience that is less than ideal. Staff are incredibly friendly and accommodating and the plays are always wonderfully done. A visit is more than worth the money.
Beth K — Google review
I saw the All's Well That Ends Well production and it was a very lovely theatre. The gift shop is cute, the cafe looked nice and the staff were on the ball. Great seating - I was given an upgrade and it was really lovely being closer to the stage.
Laura C — Google review
It was a very last minute decision to go and we are very glad that we did. It was an incredible performance from the actors, they really commit to character and convey the story very well (even for myself who is not very well versed in Shakespeare stories or language). There is a prompter displaying the words spoken, which was very helpful, especially as the actors did really well to convey the Scottish accent so some words were hard to pick up.
We went for the cheapest seats which was the back row of the highest floor. Be warned that the seats are actually higher off the floor than the two rows in front, like a bar stool. Not great for plus size, short people, or if you afraid of heights (or all 3!). Thankfully it wasn't a sold out show so we were able to move down 3 rows and it was much more comfortable.
Acacia — Google review
The theater is very well set-up. Even though I was relatively far from the stage compared to other seats, the view was great and the overall shape of the theater creates a very intimate atmosphere. I watched a performance of "As You Like it" by William Shakespeare, and the experience was amazing and incredibly enriching. The museum exhibition in the second floor was also quite interesting and fun. If you are passing by or happen to live in Shakespeare's town, visiting the theater and watching a play is definitely a must! 😃
Fábio Godoi — Google review
Did the tour of costume areas and thought it was well worth the fee. You don't know what areas you are going to until the start but staff explained where you where heading at start and asked if it wasn't what you wanted/excepted but despite not heading into theatres themselves the costume areas were fantastic. Also walked round the free exhibition. The tower gives great views over Stratford and lady who took us up was very helpful and informative. Would recommend walking down the stairs as lots of pictures on stairwell. Cafe was nice and good value. Opted for pistachio cake. Some tickets for the theatres were still available for that evening but imagine would need to book depending when visiting. Would recommend visiting this place.
Julie haywood — Google review
Went to watch loves labor lost and it was lovely. This has the most affordable merch shop with loads of Shakespeare goodies. The theatre is comfortable, with options for drinks and snacks outside. Easily accessible clean restrooms. Prices are affordable depending on which seats you want.
aromal neo — Google review
Great theatre, brilliant atmosphere. Went to see The Magician's Elephant which was unusual, but enjoyable. Hope to see a Shakespeare play in the future. Able to pre-book interval drinks if desired. Good toilet facilities too.
Sara — Google review
We had a truly delicious pre-theatre meal here. It was light, carefully prepared and served modern cuisine. The beetroot, grapefruit and ricotta starter had a beautiful range of flavours and the bream was perfectly cooked. Set price for two or three courses made things easy. Nothing too much trouble for the waiting staff who were attentive, informed and helpful. Followed by superb rendition of Richard 3rd, we had a great evening.
Julie Gardner — Google review
The RSC and Swan theatre are back to back with each other. But which ever end you approach you can walk through to either. There is a gift shop with all Shakespeare's inspired books and trinkets. You can book tickets for performances or lift to the tower for a great viewing experience. I noticed there are plenty of toilet facilities. And restaurants are beautiful with again views over looking gardens and river. Though I did not see a play this time I do recall it being a lovely large theatre inside. And also if you are not a fan of Shakespeare's plays it looks as though West end tours do visit as I saw advertising for the musical Matilda. All in all whatever your reason for visiting you won't be disappointed.
Bev Langford — Google review
Did not attend the theatre, but had drinks in the cafe…coffee was lovely, service was slow. Lovely seating area outside.
Bag search allows you into the reception area to use the bathroom.
Cot A — Google review
We did the 60min backstage tour. Our theater guide Steve was friendly and excited, but was not highly knowledgeable about theater terms and ideas. The walk through the spaces and the history he provided was great.
We happen to be theater people and so most of his knowledge was a little less then fulfilling.
But I recommend anyway.
Lyle Troxell — Google review
We watched midsummer night's dream yesterday, what a treat it was. One of the best things I have ever seen, the entire cast were brilliant. The theatre is beautiful and the show magnificent. Thank you.
Carl Yates — Google review
We thoroughly enjoyed Love's Labour's Lost and the actors made it easy to understand the storyline, which was a new one for us. We bought the tickets on the day and were delighted that they had availability on the day they celebrated Shakespeare's birthday.
The staff were very friendly and helpful, and were keen to tell us stories about the building, when we had a spontaneous walk round during the afternoon.
Anita Deane — Google review
Beautiful performance and great acting by the artists. Been there on recommendation of many people. So watched one of the show and really enjoyed it. Had an amazing experience with friends and spent great time. This building is like old and new architecture mixture. Btw recommend if you’re around. Even the ticket is not that much which no one can afford.
win task — Google review
Went to see a Mid summer's night's dream with Mathew Bayton. Extremely enjoyable evening the perfect tonic to a miserable February Friday night.
Excellent view from our seats,circle high
Seats, easy entrance and exit. We arrived with five mins to curtain up (traffic)and we were in our seats comfortably before curtain up ,and out again with plenty of time to enjoy a drink on the way back to the b&b.
Wonderful evening
Iain Mason — Google review
Saw Midsummer Nights Dream which was excellent.
Easy parking in Stratford, plenty of great places to eat with easy walk to theatre.
Simple process to get inside and plenty of friendly staff to help with directions etc.
Great evening, really enjoyed it.
Julie Rochelle — Google review
First time visit and what a tremendous evening. Saw A Midsummer Nights Dream and it was a superb production with an excellent cast, costumes & music. I bought the tickets well in advance and picked them up on arrival. There is a shop, and the possibility of meeting some of the actors at the stage door.
Isobelle A — Google review
The latest production of A Midsummer Nights Dream was superb! A genuinely fantastic cast with perfect charismatic connections. After picking seats at the side we were worried we would just see people's backs but we were worrying for nothing. The seats themselves were also very comfortable and as a lady over 6ft the leg room was incredible!!!
Holly Cooper — Google review
Lovely place the RSC to go too .friendly staff.i find I try to make it ,to come this theatre as much as I can ,the show's are so much fun ,and find I'm allway on edge of my seat with laughter, beautiful place and the views are allways makes me feel alive. Again popping over to Dirty duck. But hear in the restaurant you can relaxe with nice glass of wine prices are fine. .
Char Daley (Char-M) — Google review
This is a fantastic theatre that never fails to reward. We recently visited to see "A Box of Delights" - a great production with fantastic imagery. We had stall tickets that were £49.50 pp. The raked seats reward excellent views. The only minor niggle was that we were quite chilly, possibly due to the air conditioning.
I would also highly recommend the "behind the scenes tour," This is a superb way to understand how this theatre operates. It is an excellent place to visit.
The Mechanical Art and Design Museum is a unique attraction that showcases machines with kinetic artistry from around the globe. It is a fun place for kids to explore, with buttons, handles, lights and sound effects.
Brilliant place to bring kids. Mechanical machines of various sizes, insane marble runs all activated by pressing buttons. We all had a good time and the kids absolutely loved it. Very good value.
Kuldip Singh — Google review
Fantastic place to visit on your own, friends, family. Great display of mechanical things mostly made of wood or metal. Lots of funny things but also at least one gory (military bunnies, one of them exploding) so bare it in mind if your child is sensitive to that content. Loved it, will be back :)
Iza Przado — Google review
It’s a small but amazingly playful museum. It’s dedicated to display mechanical wooden or metal crafts. Most of them is interactive, you can push the button and watch how it functions. Some of them are just funny contemporary art. You can tell from the details, that the artists had incredible creativity and put effort of time in it. They also have a room for you build your own tracks and put a ball there to let it run. Although most of the wood trucks are wore, so there will always be gaps in between two tracks no matter what you do, the whole thing just doesn’t work very well. It’s worthy to take your kids here. They can spend a whole day here and probably without feeling bored at all. The gift shop sells some of the simpler stuff they display but I didn’t get any. Overall it’s a surprisingly good and petit museum hidden in this little town.
Etheria H — Google review
Small but delightful museum in the middle of Stratford, just a few minutes walk from Shakespeare's house. We spent a good two hours there (our kids were 10 and 9 at the time of visit). It was fascinating watching all the mechanical sculptures (some of them are basically fancy, complicated and very clever marble runs) and then spending some time building our own marble runs on the wall and then on the table. The ones on the table are quite mind-blowing, make sure you spend enough time to figure them out! :) To be honest, watching other parents and knowing myself, I wasn't sure who had more fun: the kids or the grownups? :)
ILONA Nemeth-Purkis — Google review
A freind recommended a visit. At first missed it as the entrance blended in with other shops. On first appearance on entry, it seemed small. But it was amazing and fun with interactive displays and an interesting cinema on other quirky designs. Overall spent just under 2hrs there. If had children, probably would have been there 3 hrs. Great for little ones too, with a big interactive play wall to create their own marble run. £7.80 adult fee to enter. We visited in a weekday which was quiet
Lisa Milligan — Google review
Excellent museum for young kids, there's lots of clockwork artwork, marble machines, rube-Goldberg machines. It's not too expensive, kids will be able to spend a good hour or two here. There's a free play area where you can use the metal wall to construct marble tracks, gears, etc. There's also a small cinema, and a gift shop. Highly recommended.
Mister Ed — Google review
It is fascinating I stood and watched some of the exhibits, mesmerised y their simple intricacies. I was very lucky, a group of 5-6 year old school kids were leaving as I arrived so had the exhibits more or less to myself. Great fun.
Tiffany Ailing — Google review
We really enjoyed our visit! I visited with my 6 and 3 year olds and they both loved it. The contraptions are captivating - I could have spent all day watching some of them - and the kids got to set them off with little motion sensors around the place. There's also a little play/interactive area at the back with a marble run, a tilt maze and a cog game to play with. We were there during the school holidays and the place was rammed so probably best visited in term time if you can. The staff were all lovely and the gift shop has some amazing bits and pieces in it if you are looking for something a bit different for a present.
Sam Hockey — Google review
My 6 year old could have spent all day there... one of the best bits is before you even get inside, halfway up the stairs (huge makeshift marble run). On the interactive scale, this is one of the best places we've been. I just wish it was bigger!
Helen K — Google review
Good place to bring the kids and spend maybe one hour to entertain them with the wonders of mechanics. The museum is quite interesting, but small. I gave them 4 stars because I asked the receptionist how big is the museum and he told me that is the whole floor, rven behind of some area that I couldn't see from reception... the reality is that there is no other large space, that's pretty much that you can see there. Is beautiful, is interesting, great for kids. Ideal to buy family tickets as would be a bit cheaper. Overall ok and I recommend them, there are different and interactive from the normal average museum.
C. Morgan — Google review
Fun and interesting place to visit.
Loads of models that you pop into action by waving your hand over the sensor. Some cool (and mad) inventions.
Price for entry is decent, £8.80 for Adult (April 2023) cannot prebook this attraction, just walk up and pay. No wait for entry and not a huge place but if you visit, do spend time to look at all models.
Debbie N — Google review
We went as a big group of 26 for my 40th birthday. Most of us said it was the best museum we had ever been to and so much fun. This museum is also, I think one of the smallest museums I have ever seen but that doesn't really change anything, it's still brilliant and kids love it as they don't have to walk far.
There is so much to see and nearly everything is interactive so it's great fun for all ages. So glad I came here and totally worth the money. Definitely 1 hour long. It is all on the first floor as there is stairs to climb. The reception is very lovely and gave me all the information I needed. The shop is great and prices range from just 50p so everyone can afford something to take away to remember the place. It's really easy to find as it's on their high street. I would definitely come again if we are in Stratford upon Avon.
Michaela Cavaney — Google review
Took 3 kids here, it's fantastic. So interesting and fascinating to watch and wonder how the exhibits are made. The kids loved it and enjoyed the area where they could have a go with marbles themselves. Highly recommended 😀
Victoria Robertson — Google review
We went over the easter holidays, no booking and no wait to get in. Very small museum, blink and you'd miss it if you weren't looking for it. We all enjoyed looking at the exhibits, adults and children. Tiny cinema inside which was good. Small gift shop at the end.
stacey brooks — Google review
Nice, a good, entertaining hour for the little ones. I would say a bit overpriced but entertaining for the kids. Besides the sensor activated ones, the kids have a few hands-on displays. They can build a few marble runs.
Alin Mihai — Google review
It's an excellent place to spend time looking at exciting contraptions. It's pretty small, and apart from pressing buttons to make the devices move, there is no other interaction.
James Kimbley — Google review
If you like mobile installations, automatons, and marble runs, it's worth visiting.
When you visit Stratford-on-Avon, maybe a different subject than Shakespeare could be interesting.
You can learn even the solution of chicken or egg problem, the truth, or a very special tapestry. Nice, easy, and funny cultural references for adults, buttons for kids.
Peter Marosan — Google review
Equally enthralling to adults and children the museum is full of kinetic art and automata. There is plenty to wonder at, gift shop and toilets.
Paul Escritt — Google review
Great little place to visit. Lots of small automated models. The 7 and 13 year old really liked it and we spent about an hour there. Well worth a visit if you are passing and part of another day visit. Really fun and different. And not an ipad in sight 😁
Sims Vintage Antiques Centre is located in a charming countryside village and provides ample free parking. The centre offers a delightful selection of unique, handmade recycled goods for both the home and garden, as well as beautiful clothing suitable for all ages. Additionally, patrons can enjoy visiting the farm shop which sells locally sourced homemade treats including cakes, breads, jams and hot cooked food such as bacon baps that are fresh and delicious.
Just crammed with fascinating objects and some bargain crystal glasses.
David Dawes — Google review
There have been significant changes at the Yew tree Farm site and these have really enhanced the visitor experience. The antique shop has been moved across the yard to premises which are so much more spacious and well lit than was the case. All of the items are clearly displayed and labelled. There is no sense of clutter and there is sufficient space to move around comfortably. There is a considerable variety in the items on sale from old coins to industrial lighting. In addition to the antique centre there is a very attractive craft shop, a farm shop and an attractive café/restaurant. The coffee is very good
Ken Lloyd — Google review
What a treasure trove of lovely items- really well presented in lots of spacious glass cases after its move to the bigger premises. So many wonderful + interesting items I didn't know where to look first. Anyone who loves Antiques + collectibles will love it here.
Karen Kennedy — Google review
Love this place. Lots to look at but not overwhelming like some antique shops. Great price range with objects starting under a tenner and going up into the hundreds. Something for everyone. Really knowledgeable and helpful staff.
Sarah May — Google review
Excellent...was there dropping shelving off for their larger...improved if possible antique centre...ended up spending two hours looking around the other amazing shops at Yew Tree Farm...also had lovely piece of cake & coffee in the wonderful tea room...well worth a visit...
Jeremy Hooton — Google review
Fascinating place, loads to look at, clear pricing and very reasonable
Andy & Mandy Fielding — Google review
Lovely surroundings and some interesting pieces. I didn’t buy though. I hope to back soon and have another look. Lady in shop left me to it and not pushy and she also has the cutest dog!
Scott Earp — Google review
Love this place always something to find.
Neo Will — Google review
Fantastic service. What Impressed me was the space,the cleanliness of the cabinets.
The staff are very friendly and helpful.
It is set in beautiful surroundings. A must for antique lovers.what a delightful experience !
Donna Cleary — Google review
Beautiful little country village shopping centre with ample free parking. Beautiful unique hand made recycled goods for the home and garden, beautiful clothes for all ages with a wonderful little farm shop selling the most delicious local sourced home made delights from cakes, bread, jams and hot cooked food such as bacon baps, homemade and very fresh n tasty.
Sam Morris — Google review
A lovely antique centre packed with cabinets of delights. All good quality items across a wide range of interests, cameras, militaria, silverware, jewellery, crystal glass, artworks etc. Warm, well lit and welcoming.
Located within a shopping village boasting garden furniture, 2 x antique shops, gift shop, artisan craft shop, chocolate shop, farm shop and café.
Shakespeare's birthplace is a Tudor house located on one of the main streets of Stratford-upon-Avon. It is managed by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, and contains a small museum as well as memorabilia from Shakespeare's family and life.
A must visit place if you live in West Midlands. Parking may be an issue. I used the nearby Lidl shopping Centre parking (3 hours max parking is adequate to see around the places).
Thinley Choedhen — Google review
We had a lovely afternoon visiting this place. We booked in advance just to avoid the queue but it wasn't very busy, although we did visit on a Thursday. There was a guide in every room that gave details about where we were and was happy to answer any questions. The gift shop is amazing, it's impossible to leave without buying something. There's a lovely garden with benches and toilets. We parked at Bridgeway Multi Storey car park which is approx 8 min walk from the place.
The surrounding areas are also lovely.
Alice Wonder — Google review
We had a very lovely day out visiting Stratford-upon-Avon😊 Shakespeare's Birthplace was at the top of our priority list, and we were not disappointed because there was so much history! It was a highly interesting experience. The staff inside the house were also really dedicated and it was obvious they were educated about the place🙂 Thank you for the enjoyable time❤️ PS: One of my photos shows Shakespeare's grave, which is only around 10-15 minutes walking distance from his birthplace if you would like to visit that too!!
Hannah — Google review
It was very beautiful place to visit. If you are fan of Shakespeare and his works it’s a must visit place for you. The staffs were very friendly and helpful. Tickets were little bit expensive but still it’s worth it. The toilets were clean. The gift shop has a lot of stuff to buy and explore. The surrounding have a lot of stores for souvenirs and other things. Really beautiful place to explore. I highly recommend it.
Jarin Sanramoni — Google review
Stratford upon Avon a lovely place to visit, nice town, restaurants and plenty of places of interest. Shakespeare's Birthplace worth a visit especially if enjoy history and English literature. Spent about 45 minutes here a little over priced but helps with the upkeep.
Stacy Denley — Google review
I had a really good time and felt like I taken I step back in history. This is really good value for money and the house itself is beautiful. I enjoyed seeing the different versions of Shakespeare’s through the artwork that was done. I found the whole experience really interesting and would go back again any time. The staff and the actors are on hand to make sure that your experience of the day is memorable. If I could give this place 10 stars I would. Thank you so much for a lovely experience and can’t wait to come back.
Sarah Cursons — Google review
Nice place to visit and a significant piece of history that is well worth your time if you're visiting Stratford-upon-Avon. The house itself is not very big and just has a few rooms to see but it's filled with lots of history. Just to be able to walk in the footsteps of the great William Shakespeare was a treat. Considering the high price of the ticket for the visit of this house only, I would recommend getting the Shakespeare's Story ticket that will give you access to three of Shakespeare's family homes.
Julien Prudhomme — Google review
If the historical records are correct, this place is where WS was born. The exhibition centre at the ticket office is a bit moderate,but the house itself has some characteristics. The staff gave us a good talk about the history of the house and WS's family.
T Sultis — Google review
Good for the tourists, but was he really born here... probably not... considering that his name is even incorrect and he was most likely stoned when he wrote his best works, can you really take any of this seriously...?!
Nice enough building and "experience ", but very expensive imo...
Also, the 80's centre built around the cottage is obscene, hopefully the architect never got another job after designing that monstrosity...
Brian Morrall — Google review
Lovely town with lots of fine ancient buildings. Many, many tourists perambulating in groups with guides, if you want a quieter experience probably best to go off season. The RSC park is delightful with drama students putting in lots of outdoor plays. The riverside space is beautiful.
Paul Goddard — Google review
Amazing place with lots of history, feels so special visiting the place where William Shakespeare is buried! Whe whole world studies him and his plays are known globally so being there in person is a special feeling...
A must if you're in the area!!
Peter Leeson — Google review
We visited as my daughter loves Shakespeare. The first part is a display of items about Shakespeare and the time he was born. The gardens are beautiful. The house is very small, we got round everything in under 40 mins. If you are a true fan it's worth a visit. I do feel however that the ticket price is very expensive for what it is. To visit just the birthplace it would have been nearly £50 for a family of 4. We did get the tickets that allowed us to return and go to another two Shakespeare attractions however when we visited we didn't have the time to go to the others and as it was a 4 hour round trip so I doubt we will use the return tickets.
Hannah King — Google review
I was dreaming to visit this place for ages, since I learned English at school in Ukraine 20 years ago. It's definitely a "must" place. There is a small museum before you enter the house itself. It's a very atmosphere place, staff is very friendly and gives a lot of information. Also there was a small Romeo and Juliette show. The bookstore is also nice.
Kate Solodkaya — Google review
Key Features:
Historic Setting: Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Elizabethan England as you explore the rooms where Shakespeare grew up, played, and likely dreamt of his future as a playwright.
Interactive Exhibits: Discover fascinating insights into Shakespeare's life and work through engaging exhibits, multimedia presentations, and costumed actors.
Beautiful Gardens: Wander through the charming gardens surrounding the house, where herbs and flowers would have been familiar to Shakespeare and his family.
Family Connections: Learn about Shakespeare's family and their influence on his plays, from his father's glover business to his wife, Anne Hathaway.
Significance:
Shakespeare's Birthplace is a touchstone for fans of English literature and theater worldwide.
It offers a glimpse into the social and cultural context that shaped Shakespeare's writing.
Visiting the birthplace allows you to connect with the origins of one of the greatest writers in the English language.
Visiting Shakespeare's Birthplace:
Open daily, with guided tours and self-guided exploration options available.
Advance booking recommended, especially during peak season.
Educational programs and family activities offered throughout the year.
Unleash your inner Bard and embark on a journey through literary history at Shakespeare's Birthplace. It's a place where imagination takes flight and the words of the master come alive.
Yasith Ramawickrama — Google review
So much history and information. Guides very helpful and friendly. Lots to see. Easy to get around. Gardens were beautiful.
Suzanne Cantwell Birkin — Google review
It’s a very nice place to visit. Tour guides are placed nicely and each of them is very kind and patiently. Ask them questions about the building and the history, you will be very satisfied with their answers.
Mulder Chen — Google review
A really quaint little village where Shakespeare was born. The house he grew up in has been renovated and is now a museum of sorts. Obviously the whole village has drawn tons of exposure due to Shakespeare. But the city has kept it relatively small and very clean from all the tourists. Overall, a great place to visit when in the area
C Neon — Google review
Place was really nice. People inside the birthplace was really nice and explained about the furnitures in the room also the relevance of the other things in the house. Shakespeare’s story and people in his life and career explained clearly through a time line. Loved tge vibe on the street.
Shubhangi Bhardwaj — Google review
Shakespeare and English literature goes hand in hand.
This is a must visit site if visiting England 2hr stopover is enough to visit Shakespeare home and see around town.
It is remarkable how Shakespeare House is still maintained to the highest standard even after 500 years whilst many new build looks like they will not last 20 years.
Victorian houses speaks quality. There is a nice shop to buy Shakespeare related good.
Stratford Butterfly Farm is a large greenhouse where visitors can watch hundreds of exotic butterflies fly. It also has a Discovery Room and Insect City, which includes spiders and other dangerous creatures.
We kept passing by, seeing the sign, so we decided to visit.
Excellent experience, so many butterflies free flying. Lovely walk through the butterflies in the tropical garden. Amazing scenery and plants and see if you can spot the iguanas lurking!
Well worth the admission fee.
Steve Waite — Google review
Wonderful experience. There are so many butterflies and they put out food for them so you can see them really up close. The whole environment is magical and they even land on you! My girls absolutely loved it. They also have a section with other insects etc. The ants were incredible as they have them walking across open exposed ropes. Very warm inside but there is a free clock room to leave your coat which I recommend! It is quite small so not a long visit but definitely memorable
Victoria Brown — Google review
Absolutely beautiful!
10/10. This place has SO much to offer. Ants carrying leaves above your head on a rope, stunning butterflies flying around your head, exotic creatures - birds and bugs, etc. We saw some unbelievable butterflies here and there were so many! An hour and a half to two hours is probably needed here, such good value for money too! Wonderful place and would happily visit again in future! Thank you xxx
Vicky Chant — Google review
If you love butterfly this is the ideal place for you! There are many different species to see. From the moment I stepped inside I was greeted by all the different coloured butterflies flattering around me. As you walk through there's a scene of peace and tranquility with the sound of waterfalls. There are benches you could sit and watching the butterflies fly around which was really relaxing. There are also a number of small insects and reptiles to see too. I think it's worth the entrance fee which is less than £10.00.
Overall I would recommend visiting Stratford butterfly farm it's ideal for all ages. My advice would be to go early so it tends to get busy.
Victoria Wain — Google review
Really interesting visit, loads of butterflies obviously, also birds, leaf cutter ants (fascinating) and iguanas, some butterflies do land on you 😊 just need to be careful walking around as they can be on the path. Went with my husband and we both really enjoyed it. We went during the week and it was reasonably quiet.
Lynda Edwards — Google review
Absolutely loved this place…. Staff were super friendly…. The entrance price was reasonable at £7.95 each. And the butterflies were everywhere all shapes and sizes and colours from the moment you step through the door your mouth drops to the floor and the smiles…everyone was smiling such a great atmosphere and yes it’s a good place to do educational things too and it’s not just butterflies there’s iguanas and ants and various other creepy crawlies…. You need to take your time and stand still and just take it in… it’s definitely a must go don’t hesitate….
Emma Hingley — Google review
Really lovely place. Visited during weekday/ term time, so not busy. Plenty of time to stand and watch all the butterflies. Some excellent specimens. Very warm inside, obviously, so light clothing is best. Very interesting and could recommend.
Ruth Wright — Google review
Such a great place.
Wide variety of butterflies, plentiful and a joy to see up close.
They have an area with insects and a pond with lots of koi fish.
Gift shop on site.
No cafe or restaurant but it is within walking distance to many eateries.
Lovely location.
J — Google review
First time visiting and what a fantastic day out!
We arrived just after lunch, parking next door .
The butterfly farm is well sign posted and as soon as you walk through the gates you'll travel down a flowered path to the entrance.
Staff were very polite and friendly !
The main attraction is staffed with experts answering questions, the main area is just past the pupue viewing window.
It's awesome inside!, bring your camera and wear bright clothing if you want to be a butterfly magnet!
The path ways are nicely laid out with a few hidden creatures and a real dragon upon the archway ( keep a look out) our child was amazed and loved every minute.
Benches are situated around if you need a sit down as you can walk around multiple times.
The creepy crawlies out house where there are other reptiles and creatures was immaculate, each enclosure was well maintained.
Definitely will be back to visit again!
Yes it's pretty warm inside so be prepared as it's needed to keep the creatures happy!
J Parker — Google review
Absolutely enchanting place! Wonderful romantic event for a couple or a fun thing to do with children. The butterflies are magical and everywhere. Lots of educational information, but also just fantastic plantings and amazing butterflies flitting all around you as you move through the space. There is a resident iguana to look for, keep your eyes peeled (sometimes look up). It's a lovely, easy walk across the bridge from the downtown area. Take a stroll before or after along the nature trail, it makes for a wonderful day!
Yvonne Cariveau — Google review
We four oldies really enjoyed the place against our expectations. There are some beautiful butterflies flying freely all around you, some even landed on us. Then there's a section with some other interesting creatures.
David Mitchell — Google review
Absolutely gorgeous place with so many butterflies species (some of them very well camouflaged). You will also be able to find different animals like snakes, turtles, tarantulas or even a crocodile! If you have the chance to also explore Stratford, I highly recommend it. It's very nice during Christmas.
Petra Té — Google review
Had a lovely relaxing time. The range of amazing beautiful butterfly’s is amazing. They are all around you and occasionally land on you. Absolutely stunning and for me I sat down on a bench and was totally relaxed which is very rare for me. Would love to go here everyday for relaxation during a lunch break!
The temperature is warm, about 27C, so don’t wear a jumper!
A L — Google review
Had a great time at the Stratford Butterfly Farm. So many butterflies around and a few other animals to see too. As well as being fun to walk around and see all the butterflies it's educational too! Some of the butterflies like to land on you too creating great photo opportunities. Plus...it's very warm on winter days!
Chris Oxo — Google review
From the moment you step inside, you'll be transported into a tropical wonderland filled with stunning butterflies fluttering around you. The first thing that struck me about the butterfly farm was how well-maintained it was. The staff clearly take great pride in their work, and the enclosures are spotlessly clean and well-designed to ensure the butterflies have plenty of space to fly around and thrive. As you wander through the butterfly house, you'll encounter a vast array of butterfly species from all over the world, each one more beautiful than the last. Overall, I can't recommend the Stratford Butterfly Farm highly enough. Whether you're a nature lover or just looking for a unique and memorable day out, this place is sure to leave you feeling enchanted and inspired.
Tobiasz Dabioch — Google review
This place was incredible, a lot more to it than expected, really pretty inside and out and definitely worth every penny! Location was perfect, just cross the bridge and walk straight past the big wheel and you're there. Not only were there hundreds of beautiful butterflies but there was also a minibeast and tropical area, a pond filled with koi fish and 2 free reign iguanas (signs tell you to watch out for poop from above! 😂) The staff were friendly, toilets were clean, it was educational, really quiet (at 4.30pm on a Tuesday) and the gift shop was very nice, full of toys and a fridge with cold drinks 😊
Rhian Jones — Google review
I paid £7.95 to visit the Stratford Butterfly Farm and it is well worth it. You enter another world with so many exotic butterflies to admire. There is also good information about the butterflies on entrance. I absolutely loved it and I would imagine children would love it also. I would recommend an hour to go round depending on how long you are prepared to wait and see the butterflies rest. There is also a souvenir shop at the end.
Allan MacIver — Google review
A wonderful place to spend 1h with your family ! The greenhouse rainforest is gorgeously laid out; butterflies abound and they fly so close to you - most likely, one or two will even land on you... Their insects and other animals are equally as impressive ! Well worth the trip. It really adds value to an already superb Stratford.
Etienne Arman — Google review
We visited today with our 3 year old daughter and we had a great time! Loads of different species of butterfly who are not at all shy and extremely beautiful!! 🦋 and many other things to see! We especially enjoyed watching the leaf cutter ants 🐜 as they made their way around the farm on various ropes!! The Koi pond was lovely (remember to buy food when paying) and the Mini beast area was a great unexpected addition! Great gift shop as you exit to pick up some treats! 👌🏻 Would definitely recommend for any age!
Katie Macdonald — Google review
Well worth a visit - tropical greenhouses with hundreds of butterflies roaming around to interact with. There's also a section for mini beasts and reptiles. We spent around an hour here looking at everything, lots of great photo opportunities.
Chris Lloyd — Google review
A lovely place to walk amongst the butterflies.
An Iguana hiding amongst the rafters.
Other animals and insects behind glass to see and ants above your head.
Less than £10 to enter. Gift shop available.
March 2024
Dominoes Tes — Google review
Great place to visit especially with children.
We have been here multiple times over the years and keep coming back.
Packed with butterflies, fish and reptiles.
Leave extra clothing outside as it is tropical inside.
It does get busy on weekends so weekdays are ideal to enjoy at peace.
Sam Aberman — Google review
Beautiful place to visit. The butterflies will land on you if you're lucky so just be mindful and not panic. Very humid but the boy's really enjoyed it!
Tirvinder Kaur Garcha — Google review
An amazing array of butterflies, including the exquisite glass-winged butterfly.
There are also bearded lizards to look out for and informative areas for children to learn a great deal.
The little beasts section is very interesting, and the leaf cutter ants are fascinating to watch as the march along ropes hanging above your head.
The curio shop is lovely.
Michelle Puddu — Google review
When I first visited I grabbed a leaflet and planned the day ahead. (It’s not essential).
I visited with my Service User and Colleague, the staff was very friendly and understanding to all our questions.
It’s very Humid so I would recommend wear summer clothes inside as it is tropical temperatures. I didn’t get the memo 😂 and was sweating.(That’s my fault).
After sometime a staff name KATE was such a lovely individual who answered all of my questions and very patient. She was so knowledgeable about the animals and mini beasts that are at the Butterfly farm, thank you so much for making our visit more enjoyable!
I would definitely Recommend for everyone to visit especially for both boys and girls.
Disabled Access and toilets as well as eating area is available.
Aleeza Hussain — Google review
Really enjoyed it, really pretty and full of butterflies. I also really enjoyed their small amphib/reptile/invert section!
It was pretty small but I'd been warned of this from their website so it wasn't a problem for me. Spent time sat identifying butterflies with a combo of the £1 ID guide and Google lens, which bolstered the time spent.
Beth Ellerby — Google review
We had a great time with our 4 year old child. So fun and educating the same time. Easy to access from the car park just across the street
Maria Woziwoda — Google review
Lovely place, fascinating and lots of info around. Definitely nice when you can just get a peaceful moment on a bench to appreciate the enchanting wonder around you