Entertainment in Stratford Upon Avon
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Royal Shakespeare Company
Coming to Stratford without seeing a production of Shakespeare would be like going to Rome and not visiting the Vatican. The three theatre spaces run by the world-renowned Royal Shakespeare Company have witnessed performances by such legends as Lawrence Olivier, Richard Burton, Judi Dench, Helen Mirren, Ian McKellan, Patrick Stewart (of Star Trek fame) and former Dr Who, David Tennant.
There are three grand stages in Stratford – Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Swan Theatre on Waterside and the Courtyard Theatre on Southern La. The first two properties were extensively redeveloped between 2007 and 2010 – contact the RSC for the latest news on performance times at the three …
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Dirty Duck
If you only have one drink in Stratford, come here. It's almost as essential as a trip to the theatre. Officially called the Black Swan, this enchanting alehouse is a favourite postperformance thespian watering hole, and has a roll call of former regulars (Olivier, Attenborough etc) that reads like an actors' Who's Who. It's in a very pretty location across from the river. The adjoining restaurant (11:00 to 22:00) is good value.
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Windmill Inn
Ale was flowing here at the same time as rhyming couplets flowed from Shakespeare's quill - it's been around a while. Despite its age it's still one of the liveliest places in town.
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One Elm
A swanky place with leather seats and sun-tanned clientele, this popular gastropub has a pleasant courtyard and owners who are real foodies - the restaurant dishes are a treat.
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Windmill Inn
Ale was flowing here at the same time as rhyming couplets flowed from Shakespeare's quill – this pub has been around a while. Despite its age it's still one of the liveliest places in town, and slightly removed from the tourist hubbub.
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Stratford Picture House
This cinema, tucked away just off the main drag, shows Hollywood blockbusters as well as art-house films.
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Saint Club
Another night of Shakespeare is pretty low on the list of must-dos for young folk in Stratford – instead, they bop to '80s classics and mainstream dance at this nightclub on the main street.
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Dirty Duck
Officially called the 'Black Swan', this enchanting riverside alehouse is a favourite thespian watering hole, and has a roll-call of former regulars (Olivier, Attenborough etc) that reads like an actors' Who's Who. Just be sure not to mention Macbeth…
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Cox's Yard
Set in a converted factory, complete with chimney stack, this tourist-oriented river-side complex has a pub, cafe and music venue. It's a bit commercial, but kids are welcome and the riverside setting is dreamy.
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