William Shakespeare and Stratford-upon-Avon

Event Type: Branch

Takes Place: 17th January 2026

Time: 11am

Venue: National Waterfront Museum, Swansea

Description: This talk will be a general look at Shakespeare's life; his childhood and family background in Stratford upon Avon, his courtship of Anne, marriage and his work in the theatre in London. The story will be told and illustrated using associated buildings that may be seen in Stratford today. This will also include other linked sites in the town

How to book: No booking required

Price: Free

Email: historyliz1565@yahoo.com

Website: www.haswansea.org.uk

Organiser: Swansea Branch

Lecturer: John Richards

Comments: John Richards was born in Neath and educated at Neath Grammar School and Aberystwyth University. He worked for 20 years as a fireman in the London and West Glamorgan Fire Services. While completing a part-time degree in Ancient History and Classics at S

Region: Wales

Branch: Swansea

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