What is the difference between Stratford and Stratford-upon-Avon?
In 1974, the old borough of Stratford was abolished and merged into the much larger Stratford-on-Avon District, The area of the borough became a successor parish with a Town Council.
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Stratford-upon-Avon, the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare, has many buildings associated with the famous dramatist and poet.
The town itself is a medieval market town found in the Midlands of England just south of the city of Birmingham. It's only two hours from London by train, making it a good option for a day trip from the city for those who want to learn more about Shakespeare, and life in the Tudor period in general.
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With 2 days in Stratford-upon-Avon, you can see Shakespeare's houses (and those of his family), explore the historic heart of the town, and go to a performance by the Royal Shakespeare Company. You can also indulge in Stratford's food and drink scene, which can be enjoyed most notably at its historic pubs.
It usually takes around 2h 17m to travel the 83 miles (133 km) from Stratford-upon-Avon to London by train, with around 12 trains running on this route daily. Good news! There are direct trains available on this route, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey.
Famous as the birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford has much more to offer the visitor: a superb riverside setting, historic houses, a famous theatre, thriving street market, excellent shops and restaurants.
Also, the average hotel price in Stratford-upon-Avon for a couple is £173 ($212). So, a trip to Stratford-upon-Avon for two people for one week costs on average £2,012 ($2,463).
It's wonderfully cheap and easy to travel to Stratford-upon-Avon by train. By opting for off-peak times to travel, you'll enjoy less-crowded trains and cheaper ticket prices too.