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This timber framed town house, where William Shakespeare was born, contains both original and replica artefacts depicting the house as Shakespeare would have known it. Period Guides, dressed in replica Tudor clothing, welcome you to explore what life was like here in Tudor times. Stroll round the traditional English garden which features many plants and herbs mentioned in Shakespeare's plays and visit the gift shop where every purchase supports and preserves the Shakespeare Houses and Gardens for future generations. Allow at least 45 minutes to visit the house and exhibition. NEW FROM EASTER 2008 - SHAKESPEARE ALOUD! Visitors to the Shakespeare Houses will be able to see and hear his most intriguing characters come alive in the very surroundings which may have inspired them. There will be performances throughout the day at Shakespeare's Birthplace from the 21st March.