Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall
A 15th-century guildhall with a schoolroom on its upper floor, where the young Shakespeare studied. Visitors can sit at wooden desks and experience a Tudor lesson.
This guildhall, built in the 1420s, is one of England's best-preserved medieval buildings. The upper-floor classroom is still used by King Edward VI Grammar School, and the young Shakespeare very likely received his Latin education here. Visitors can see medieval murals and the former town hall and courtroom. In the classroom, costumed guides playing Tudor schoolmasters lead quill-writing and Latin lessons, which suits families. Admission is about £10 (not included in the Birthplace Trust combined ticket). Next door is the Guild Chapel, and opposite is Shakespeare's New Place.
Opening hours
Approx. 11:00–17:00; mainly open on weekends and holidays during the school term (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Shakespeare's New Place
- Hall's Croft
- Tudor World
- The MAD Museum
- Holy Trinity Church
- Royal Shakespeare Theatre
- Shakespeare's Birthplace
- Bancroft Gardens & River Avon