If you are a literary buff, then coach holidays to Stratford-upon-Avon is a must as it is the birthplace of our famous ‘Bard’ – William Shakespeare who was born here in 1564. His birthplace is still intact and can be visited during coach tours to this beautiful part of Warwickshire.

Whilst in Stratford-upon-Avon, you’ll be able to visit all five of the original Shakespeare Houses that have been carefully restored & managed by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust so plan your trip wisely so you get to explore Shakespeare’s House, Anne Hathaway’s Cottage, Mary Arden’s House, Halls Croft and Nash’s House & New Place. Not forgetting Holy Trinity Church where both William Shakespeare and Anne Hathaway are buried.

If you have never experienced one of Shakespeare’s plays then perhaps you should time your Stratford-upon-Avon coach trips with one of the many performances organised by the Royal Shakespeare Company. They have a jam-packed schedule for 2010 that includes performances of Antony & Cleopatra, As You Like It, The Comedy Of Errors, Hamlet, King Lear, Romeo & Juliet, The Winters Tale and much more. 

There’s plenty more to see other than Shakespeare whilst on Stratford-upon-Avon coach tours such as relaxing river cruises down The Avon, discover more about butterflies at the Stratford–upon-Avon Butterfly Farm & Jungle Safari, enjoy a fun journey through time with a visit to The Falstaff’s Experience or explore the beautiful parks and gardens on the banks of the river.

Discover more about ‘The Bard’ & his birthplace by visiting our Stratford-Upon-Avon Travel Guide and check out the wide variety of coach holidays that should suit everyone both young & old.

Our final Brit Hotspot will appear in our Latest News section tomorrow so keep your eyes peeled!