Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall

19/05/2026

Ten years since the opening of this remarkable building as a visitor attraction.

24/04/2026

A weekend of celebrations awaits for Shakespeare’s birthday.

Join us as we mark the bard’s 462nd birthday.

On Saturday 25 April enjoy the spectacle of Shakespeare’s Birthday Parade making its way through Stratford-upon-Avon.

The full parade programme is available here tinyurl.com/3h9eaft5

23/04/2026

Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall opened its doors as a visitor attraction exactly ten years ago today – symbolically on the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death.

Over the past decade, we’ve welcomed visitors from near and far to step into the shoes of a young Shakespeare and to be inspired by the setting in which he wrote his first works.

Still a part of King Edward VI School, as it has been for centuries, the transformational restoration project that made this possible is thanks to the work and dedication of the Trustees of King Edward VI School and to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Bringing the fascinating stories of Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall to life are our wonderful team and volunteers whose passion, knowledge and enthusiasm create unforgettable experiences for our visitors.

Join us in our anniversary year as we celebrate this remarkable milestone and look ahead to inspiring future generations.

17/04/2026

Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall is marking its ten year anniversary as a visitor attraction in 2026. As part of the celebrations, architectural historian Dr Jonathan Foyle is joining us to explore the fascinating story of Tudor England’s lost palaces 👑

Experience this fascinating talk in the atmospheric setting of our historic Tudor building.

📅 Tuesday 21 April
⏰ 6.30pm
📍 Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall, Stratford-upon-Avon
🎟️ tickets available now at: https://tinyurl.com/2kxc6pnu

More information here: https://tinyurl.com/5hbkhpjw

07/04/2026

“I know a bank where the wild thyme blows,
Where oxlips and the nodding violet grows…”

Step into Shakespeare’s springtime world this Easter at Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall. Inspired by the flowers and imagery woven through his plays, our Violet: Shades of Shakespeare activity invites families to decorate a terracotta pot and plant your own violet seed. Take it home and enjoy the beautiful shades of purple as it grows and brightens your windowsill.

This Family Friendly activity runs until 12 April and costs £2.50 in addition to an entry ticket. Pick up your craft pack at the welcome desk. All materials will be provided.

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31/03/2026

Did you know that William Shakespeare mentioned Violets in his plays and poems? He wrote about their delicate beauty and sweet scent. 💐

Join us over the Easter holidays to decorate a terracotta pot and plant your own violet seed. Take it home and enjoy the beautiful shades of purple as it grows and brightens your windowsill.

This Family Friendly activity runs until 12 April and costs £2.50 in addition to an entry ticket. Pick up your craft pack at the welcome desk. All materials will be provided.

21/03/2026

We love this idea! A taste of history and a taste of Shakespeare Distillery making the perfect Stratford-upon-Avon experience🥃

20/03/2026

Wonderful to welcome all the young explorers from Dame Elizabeth Cadbury School. We're delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your visit and thank you for sharing the photos!

11/03/2026

Did you know it’s National Lottery Open Week until this Sunday 15 March 2026 and you can take part by simply buying a Lottery Ticket?

To say thank you to National Lottery players for the money raised for Good Causes every week, National Lottery funded venues including Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall are giving back to players with special offers and gifts.

We are proud to take part by offering our visitors a free Guide Book with admission. You can read more information and see T&Cs here https://www.lotterygoodcauses.org.uk/open-week/offers/shakespeares-schoolroom-guildhall

We are open daily 11am until 5pm.

National Lottery players can claim a free guide book with their admission ticket to Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall to celebrate National Lottery Open Week 2026. Open daily 11am to 5pm.…

13/02/2026

Looking for a family friendly activity for the half term holiday? Why not visit Shakespeare’s Schoolroom & Guildhall where we have a lantern making craft activity suitable for all ages.

Colour your design, cut it out, attach together, light it up, and take it home! ✨

Lantern making kits cost just £1 each including an LED tealight and there are 2 designs to choose from.

Plus there’s lots of Family Friendly fun included with admission… an interactive Tudor lesson with Master Thomas Jenkins, Tudor games, dress up, quill writing, and more!