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Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall Entrance Tickets

Entry ticket

Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall Entrance Tickets

From US$ 15.52 per person

Discover where William Shakespeare was educated and inspired to become the world's greatest playwright.

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Duration 1 hour
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Experience

Highlights
  • Experience the dramatic story of Shakespeare as a young boy in his home town
  • Immerse yourself in 16th Century Stratford-upon-Avon, sit in the very room where Shakespeare sat as a pupil in the 1570
  • Join in a Tudor lesson with Master Thomas Jenkins
  • Marvel at medieval wall paintings
  • Dress up in Tudor-style clothing and play Tudor games
Full description
Open daily, Shakespeare’s Schoolroom and Guildhall invites visitors to explore one of the rarely seen places of William Shakespeare’s childhood and youth, a place that helps to fill the missing chapter in the story of his time in his home town.  The newly-restored venue offers a glimpse into Shakespeare’s formative years and sheds light on his time as a schoolboy.  Step into the shoes of the young Shakespeare, sit in the very room that he sat in as a pupil and learn about what subjects the great man would have studied and the teaching methods of the day.  You will hear how he encountered the riches of classical literature and theater and saw some of the country’s finest actors perform in this building. Built in 1420, Stratford's Guildhall is one of only a few remaining medieval Guildhalls in the country. The authentic and immersive experience of a visit to this early fifteenth-century building will fully engage all visitors in its unique story.  Soak up the atmosphere of the Guildhall, including the late medieval priest’s chapel with its rare and recently conserved wall painting and learn about the building’s role as a medieval provincial Guildhall.  The visit promises to be full of fun, excitement and drama worthy of Shakespeare’s legacy for any group. Take a guided tour with knowledgeable guides, see a short film by historian and broadcaster, Michael Wood, on the history of the Guildhall. Take a lesson with a Tudor Schoolmaster, practice quill writing and dress up in a Tudor costume. Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall is perfect for all ages.
Includes
  • Entrance to Shakespeare's Schoolroom and Guildhall
  • Tour guides
  • A lesson with Master Thomas Jenkins

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Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall, Church Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6HB

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 38 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.8/5
  • Organization
    4.5/5

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May 26, 2023

Such a great experience to visit where Shakespeare went to school. The staff working there were incredibly knowledgeable with the history Worth the visit

April 5, 2023

Really engaging.

February 16, 2023

Product ID: 119818