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Holy Trinity Church

Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BG, England
44-1789-266316
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Type: Religious Sites, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
Owner description: Located on the banks of River Avon, this is considered one of England's most-visited Parish Churches and the site where William Shakespeare was... more » Owner description: Located on the banks of River Avon, this is considered one of England's most-visited Parish Churches and the site where William Shakespeare was baptized in 1564 and buried in 1616. « less
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW via mobile

A lovely church set in beautiful grounds by the river Avon. Definitely worth a visit... The Shakespeare family is buried here right in front of the alter and there are interesting displays including the font he was baptised and the actual entries in the church records.

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See 6 more reviews by GraceyUk for Stratford-upon-Avon
Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

A 2 pund donation to see the burial inside the church, which is a very reasonable price. Apart from the obvious attraction of the burial plot there is is the opportunity to see an ancient English parish church building. There has been a church on the site since about 733 with the present building from 1210 - a few years... More

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See 3 more reviews by RalphLCG for Stratford-upon-Avon
Preston, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

Interesting old church, wouldn't stand out if it wasn't for old Bill Shakespeare grave . Worth a visit especially if you have bought one of the 5 attractions ticket, as it will be virtually free to get in if you have already visited Ann Hathaway and Mary Ardens house. Nice setting next to the river.

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See 7 more reviews by redroserambler for Stratford-upon-Avon
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

Nice maintained place with pindrop silence but could not find much interesting. Graves are not clearly marked and nobody was there to ask. Well it may be due to crowd on that day . Things are not clear due to inadequest light. Entry fee was £2 to get inside. I spent 20 minutes and came out.

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england
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

The church is in a lovely setting by the river and well worth a visit, but the actual graves of Shakespeare and family are difficult to see because of wear.

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See 9 more reviews by robEngland for Stratford-upon-Avon
Wigan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We visited this church the weekend of Shakespeare's birthday, and it was full of spring flowers, absolutely gorgeous! The staff were really helpful, and encouraged everyone to take photos. Stunning, inside and out!

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See 7 more reviews by CathOWigan for Stratford-upon-Avon
Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

The church is within easy walking distance of the town, the onky thing is they ask for you to pay to go into the church to look at the grave .... we passed on this !

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See 4 more reviews by Rhian G for Stratford-upon-Avon
East Grinstead, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Lovely church, a must on the Shakespeare trail, also a nice walk through the RSC gardens to get to it.

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See 2 more reviews by Janette K for Stratford-upon-Avon
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

Often visit here, their little shop has some lovely items (a change from the commercial ones in town) A place to be peaceful and reflect in, with a small prayer room (if you wish to use it - near the shop area) Enjoyed the Shakespeare Sunday Service, very much. They do make a small charge to view the grave of... More

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See 8 more reviews by Anita E for Stratford-upon-Avon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

So interesting and a must if in Stratford. Really good Grounds on river are beautiful We had a family get together and the children were so interested

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