Location, Location, Location - Stratford-Upon-Avon
As the 16th-century birthplace of William Shakespeare, Stratford-upon-Avon is one of the most celebrated literary destinations in English history. Today, his name lives on through The Royal Shakespeare Company, bringing his plays such as Romeo and Juliet and Othello to life at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and occasionally, on the banks of the famous River Avon.
Nature lovers will be thrilled by the River Avon trail, a 23-mile stretch through Bristol and Bath boasting fantastic views of the Avon Valley Woodlands and the renowned Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Recently voted one of the top 50 places to live in the UK by the Daily Mail, this medieval market town in the heart of Warwickshire enjoys a rich history over 800 years, and receives 4.9 million visitors on average each year.
As well as being Shakespeare’s birthplace, Stratford provides many more exciting attractions, including Stratford Armouries for history enthusiasts and for animal lovers, Stratford Butterfly Farm offers glimpses of a wide variety of species in a tropical greenhouse environment.
Sporting fixes can be found at Stratford-upon-Avon Cricket Ground, home to the local cricket club and host to several One Day Internationals in years gone by.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Cotswolds, Stratford town centre presents an attractive mix of bustling inner-city tourism and essential village amenities. Within 20 miles of both Birmingham and Coventry, the location offers a peaceful retreat from city living whilst still being a great base for reach all areas of the Midlands.
Catering to residents new and old, Stratford serves up great shopping and entertainment links. Maybird Shopping Centre offers high street fashion choices and a new £30 million shopping destination, including a cinema, is due to open at Bell Court in 2017.
In terms of education, Stratford represents a great choice for parents and children alike, with Stratford-upon-Avon School in the top 25% of schools/colleges in the country for AS/A level results grade A*-C. In particular, King Edward VI School, located on the corner of Church Street and Chapel Lane, is thought to have been attended by William Shakespeare himself.
With a range of beautiful, energy-efficient two, three, four and five-bedroom homes due to open at our Montague Court development in summer 2016, there has never been a better time to put down roots in this internationally renowned destination.