Chris Andrews Publications
Chris Andrews Publications
15 Curtis Yard
North Hinksey Lane
Oxford
Oxfordshire
OX2 0LX
United Kingdom

Tel: 01865 723404

Website: http://www.cap-ox.com/

Perhaps you’re wondering what to put in that space on the wall in the kitchen, or you may be thinking it is about time to replace the address book you’ve been scrawling over for the last couple of years. You may even be contemplating a lovely little souvenir book, for yourself or somebody else. Well, why not take a look at the delights in store at Chris Andrews Publications.

Chris has taken numerous photographs over the years which are designed not just to please the eyes, but also to be useful. To this end there are books, wall calendars, souvenir books, cards and wrapping paper, diaries, posters and address books. These items are full of interesting and striking photos which Chris has taken over the years. They showcase the likes of Bath, the Channel Islands, Oxford, Cambridge, Stratford (including the Shakespeare Hotel Stratford) and more recently Chile in South America. The items are available at various costs; please see the photographer’s website for further details.

In addition, website visitors can download, for free, a monthly calendar which will adorn your desktop with stunning sights and views. If you would like to purchase any of the items found at Chris Andrews Publications please go to the website where you will be able to buy each of the publications directly.
Coughton Court
Coughton Court
Alcester
Warwickshire
B49 5JA
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 762435


Coughton Court has been the home of the Throckmorton family since the 15th century and is one of the UK’s finest stately homes. It has beautiful grounds and gardens and is set in the Warwickshire countryside just 20 minutes’ drive from the centre of Stratford-upon-Avon. In addition to the wonderful house and gardens, a programme of special events runs throughout the summer months.
Cox's Yard
Cox's Yard
Bridgefoot
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 6YY
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 404600


Cox’s Yard was originally built in 1839 when James Cox moved his timber company to Avon Bridge Wharf in Stratford. Today the renovated building has been transformed into an entertainment complex with something for all the family. Bars, cafes, restaurants, a theatre and Stratford-upon-Avon’s only dedicated music venue combine to make a special venue with a great atmosphere.
Harvard House
Harvard House
High Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV35 6HB
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 382804


Harvard House is a beautifully preserved Elizabethan town house in the centre of historic Stratford. It was the home of Katherine Rogers, the mother of John Harvard whose bequest led to the founding of Harvard University. The house has existed in its current state since the late 16th century, although some of the stained glass windows are believed to date back to the 14th century. The curious and absorbing history of Harvard House is revealed by its team of dedicated tour guides.
Heritage Motor Centre
Heritage Motor Centre
Banbury Road
Gaydon
Warwickshire
CV35 0BJ
United Kingdom

Tel: 01926 641188


Situated just a few miles outside of Stratford-upon-Avon with convenient and clearly signposted access via the M40 motorway, the Heritage Motor Centre at Gaydon is home to a fabulous collection of weird, wonderful and world-beating vehicles, all under one roof.

See our feature on the Heritage Motor Centre
Ragley Hall
Ragley Hall
Near Alcester
Warwickshire
B49 5NJ
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 762090


Ragley Hall dates from 1680 when it was built as the family home of the Marquess and Marchioness of Hertford. It houses a wonderful collection of 18th century paintings, porcelain and furniture, and is set in 27 acres of beautiful gardens and over 400 acres of parkland. There is much to see and do at Ragley Hall; in addition to the elegant hall itself, visitors may wander around the beautiful gardens, lakeside picnic area, woodland walks and the unique 3D maze and adventure playground. There are also tearooms, a gift shop and stables, in which a collection of carriages and equestrian memorabilia may be found.
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Waterside
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 6BB
United Kingdom

Tel: 0844 8001110


Standing on the banks of the River Avon in Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford, the Royal Shakespeare Theatre is the largest of all the RSC theatres in Stratford and has staged all of Shakespeare’s works. There is a programme of productions running throughout the year – a must-see attraction for any visitor to Stratford.
Shakespeare Houses
Shakespeare's Houses and Garden

Tel: 01789 204016


These five properties are owned and cared for by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust and are situated in and near Stratford-upon-Avon. Three of the properties are in town - Shakespeare's Birthplace, Nash's House & New Place and Hall's Croft, while Anne Hathaway's Cottage and Mary Arden's House and the Countryside Museum can be found in the outlying Warwickshire countryside. All five houses are connected to William Shakespeare or his immediate family and offer an authentic experience of the Stratford-upon-Avon world of the famous dramatist. Each house has its own fascinating story to tell and the guides offer a unique insight into many aspects of the life, work and times of William Shakespeare.

See our feature on Shakespeare's Houses and Garden
Arbury Hall
Stratford Bike Hire
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
United Kingdom

Tel: 07711 776340

Website: http://www.stratfordbikehire.com/

Stratford Bike Hire is a cycle hire delivery service for Stratford and the Midlands, including Leamington Spa, Coventry and the surrounding area of Warwickshire and the Cotswolds. Stratford Bike Hire delivers your rental cycles to your home, hotel or cycle starting location then collects them at the end of the rental period.

See our feature on Stratford Bike Hire
Stratford Brass Centre
Stratford Brass Centre
The Royal Shakespeare Theatre Summer House
Avon Bank Gardens
Southern Lane
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 6XP
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 297671


The Stratford Brass Centre is a haven for enthusiasts of the age-old pastime of brass rubbing. Take time out from your trip to Stratford and have a go on one of the many beautiful brasses, with a permanent keepsake to take home with you.
Stratford Butterfly Farm
Stratford Butterfly Farm
Swan's Nest Lane
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 7LS
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 299288


The Stratford Butterfly Farm brings the tropical rainforest to the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. Take a trip to a tropical paradise and watch the fascinating life cycle of beautiful butterflies unfold before you. Additionally, Stratford Butterfly Farm is home to stick insects, beetles, leaf-cutting ants and many more remarkable creatures. Bolder visitors can get close to the deadly and the dangerous in Arachnoland, with the world’s largest spider, a scorpion colony and other deadly species.
Stratford Town Walk
Stratford Town Walk

Website: http://www.stratfordtownwalk.co.uk/

The award-winning Stratford Town Walk enables visitors and residents to explore this historic town with the help of dedicated local guides. Winner of the Godiva Award for Best Visitor Attraction, the walk takes you past the best-loved sights in the town and helps you to explore something of its past and heritage.


See our feature on Stratford Town Walks
The Cotswolds
The Cotswolds

With its magical combination of green rolling hills, quaint picturesque villages and a uniquely quintessential English charm, the Cotswolds is one of England’s most popular destinations and is within easy reach of the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon.

See our feature on The Cotswolds
The Falstaff’s Experience
The Falstaff’s Experience
Sheep Street
Stratford-upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 6EE
United Kingdom

Tel: 01789 298070


The Falstaff’s Experience is Stratford-upon-Avon’s very own living museum and can be found in the atmospheric 16th century Shrieves House Barn in the centre of the historic town. It combines theatrical settings depicting the history of this site, with the heady aroma and the ghostly sounds of the past. The Falstaff’s Experience is an educational, yet hugely involving and fun attraction for all the family, where history comes to life before your very eyes!
Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle
Warwick
Warwickshire
CV34 4QU
United Kingdom

Tel: 0871 2652000


Warwick Castle is one of the UK’s most impressive and most well preserved medieval castles, and is a magnificent and dominant landmark that towers above the town of Warwick itself. As well as the castle’s wonderful architecture, visitors can also learn of its chequered and turbulent history and its resident ghosts, as well as taking in the regular themed events and exploring the beautiful gardens.

See our feature on Warwick Castle