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The Original Will Testament of William Shakespeare Returns Home

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One of the most important original documents relating to William Shakespeare is set to return to his hometown for the very first time since it was written 400 years ago. William Shakespeare’s last will and testament will be making its way back to Stratford-upon-Avon this summer for the very first time since it was written […]

Shakespeare’s “kitchen” Unearthed by Archaeologists

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Archaeologists from Staffordshire University have unearthed significant new findings at William Shakespeare’s family home in Stratford-upon-Avon. An archaeological dig led by the University’s Centre of Archaeology discovered the site of Shakespeare’s ‘kitchen’ at New Place which was the bard’s family home at the height of his career for almost two decades. The team uncovered an […]

Poetry festival returns to Stratford-upon-Avon this summer

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The UK’s longest running poetry festival returns to Stratford-upon-Avon this summer (2 July – 2 August) with an exciting line-up of readings, performances and workshops, mixing the talents of inspirational and award-winning poets with actors and musicians. Organised by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, the 62nd Stratford-upon-Avon Poetry Festival will mark the centenary of the death […]