English Literature Shakespeare

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Shakespeare in Stratford Upon Avon

Discover William Shakespeare, the playwright and actor.

If you are within an hour or two of Stratford and fancy a day trip, the main sites that relate to the playwright's life are all within walking distance of each other. If your school is further afield and you plan on spending a few days in this picturesque town beside the River Avon, there is plenty to keep you entertained and engaged.

William Shakespeare lived during Tudor times, from 1564 until 1616, writing comedies, romances and tragedies that still captivate us to this day. For school groups wanting to learn more about who Shakespeare was, how he was influenced, and the influence he had on the rest of the world, a school trip to Stratford is a fantastic way to bring this incredible story to life.

We work with a wide selection of companies who can make your school trip memorable. So whether you wish to visit Stratford, or simply have a Shakespeare workshop at your school, we can help you find the perfect learning experience.

Shakespeare's Stratford

For such a world famous person from history to have lived and worked in a relatively small town such as Stratford-upon-Avon, it is hardly surprising that there are plenty of things to see and do while visiting:

• William Shakespeare's birthplace
• Schoolroom and Guildhall
• Anne Hathaway's Cottage
• Royal Shakespeare Theatre
• Shakespeare's New Place
• Shakespeare's grave
• Tudor World

Link Shakespeare to your curriculum topics in Tudor History, Events Beyond Living Memory, English creative writing, and more.

School visits and workshops focused on the works of William Shakespeare offer a wealth of benefits for students of all ages. If you are studying one of Shakespeare's plays for GCSE, immersive experiences provide different ways for young learners to engage with the Bard's iconic plays and poetry. Through hands-on activities or discussions with knowledgeable workshop providers, students gain a deeper, more personal understanding of Shakespeare's enduring themes, complex characters, and incredible use of language.

On a Shakespeare school trip to Stratford-upon-Avon, your students can learn to interpret and analyze the symbolism and historical context woven into his plays and writing. Workshops and visits can boost their critical thinking as the suject and themes are brought to life. Merely memorizing lines or facts is all well and good, but a more immersive experience such as a day trip visit, or an in-school workshop will really bring the characters to life.

Shakespeare school visits and workshops provide a valuable learning experience that develops a better grasp of the works of Shakespeare, essential for those looking to take English beyond GCSE.