Stratford-on-Avon

Stratford-on-Avon is an administrative district in Warwickshire that combines rural countryside with historic market towns and villages. The area stretches across rolling landscapes and includes portions of the Cotswolds region.

The district was established in 1974 when five separate administrative areas merged into one unified region. This reorganization brought together communities that had previously operated under different local governance structures.

The area carries the legacy of William Shakespeare throughout its towns and villages, which shapes how communities here connect with their past. This deep connection to literary history influences local identity and how people engage with their surroundings.

Visitors can explore the district by traveling between its various market towns and villages scattered across the countryside. Spring through autumn offers the most pleasant conditions for visiting and walking through the region.

The River Avon flows through several parts of the district and historically served as a key trade route connecting different communities. These water crossings allowed goods and people to move freely between settlements.

Location: Warwickshire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Stratford-upon-Avon

Website: http://stratford.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.19020,-1.70870

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40