Holy Trinity Church

Holy Trinity Church is a parish church in Stratford-upon-Avon, England, showing Gothic design with pointed arches and ribbed vaulting. The building rises beside the River Avon and features stained glass windows that filter light through the nave.

Construction began in 1210 on the site of a Saxon monastery near the Avon. Later centuries brought extensions and alterations that shaped the Gothic appearance.

The Norman font near the entrance was used for Shakespeare's baptism and remains in active use today. Visitors can view the parish register recording the baptism, displayed in a case inside the nave.

The building welcomes visitors throughout the year and suggests a donation for upkeep. Access to the grave in the chancel is managed separately from the rest of the church space.

An inscription on the gravestone carries a curse against those who might attempt to move the bones. This warning has helped keep the grave undisturbed over centuries.

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon

Inception: 13 century

Architectural style: Gothic architecture

Website: http://stratford-upon-avon.org

GPS coordinates: 52.18640,-1.70740

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:22