Stratford Arts Trail

Interactive Arts Trail

The Arts Trail features nine interactive "Thought Spaces" are linked over this 3km trail which winds its way through the charming township.

As you move along the Stratford Arts Trail appreciate the artistic and festive culture that is so alive in the town. Along the way, you will encounter many forms of expression, including story, song, history and sculpture.

To enhance your experience even further, the art community in Stratford have introduced an MP3 guided tour and maps & MP3 players are available from the Segue Cafe' in Tyers Street.

The Globe

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Located at 66 Tyers St, Stratford

Created by: Kathy Luxford-Carr

Stainless steel and local stone

Positioned outside the Literary centre of town Shakespeare’s globe indicates the start of the Arts Trial and highlights Stratford’s connection with the other sister city locations around the world.

Apex Park Stratford

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The Apex Park in Stratford is an award winning medieval themed park is situated on the banks of the Avon River and features a playground, an all abilities castle adventure, BMX track, undercover BBQ areas, seating and grassed areas. The kids are sure to have a terrific time here! Facilities include public toilets, car, caravan & RV parking, sheltered area, picnic grounds, seating and medievil themed playground.

Unlucky Match

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Located at 1 Raymond St, Stratford

Created by: David Howell

Ground Reclaimed brick and Mild Steel

Juliet sits perched on the balcony of her tower waiting for her Romeo.

Garden for Humanity

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Located at McMillan St, Stratford

Created by: Stratford Community and “WOMB”

Timber, Ceramic and Cement Render installation

A collaboration of works created by the Stratford community, the Garden for Humanity is an evolution of local creativity and tells stories through indigenous art and other local creatives. It is truly a thought space in every sense.

Torn Heart

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Located at McMillan St, Stratford

Created by: Gavin Roberts / Ken Free

Redgum and Galvanised Steel

Made from a local sacred Red Gum stump removed for road development “Torn Heart” tells not only of Shakespeare’s loves lost but the loss of heart through the destruction of our indigenous identity and history.

Tempest

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Located at Apex Park, Stratford

Created by: Gavin Roberts / Ken Free

Redgum and Galvanised Steel

Made from a local sacred Red Gum stump removed for road development “Torn Heart” tells not only of Shakespeare’s loves lost but the loss of heart through the destruction of our indigenous identity and history.

Do you see what I see?

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Located at McMillan St, Stratford

Created by: David Luxford

Concrete and Fibreglass

We all see things through different eyes, is “Boran” the big man looking into the distance or into the future. What do you see? This sculpture includes casts of the artists faces on the river side of the wall.

Witches

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Located along Avon River - McMillan St, Stratford

Created by: Gina Callander, Gavin Roberts

Mild Steel

Originally made by Gina Callander in 2012 the witches were and ephemeral sculpture that were replaced in 2021 with a work by Gavin Roberts. Macbeth’s witches sit around the original Cauldron.

Chink in Wall

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Located at McAlister St, Stratford

Created by: Gina Callander, Gavin Roberts

Mild Steel

Originally made by Gina Callander in 2012 the witches were and ephemeral sculpture that were replaced in 2021 with a work by Gavin Roberts. Macbeth’s witches sit around the original Cauldron.

Shakespeare's Desk

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Located at 17 Dixon St, Stratford

Created by: Gavin Roberts

Mild Steel

A place to write your own sonnets of comedy or tragedy on Shakespeare’s Stone Tablet, Or just sit in thought while watching the bustle of our little Hamlet.

The Stratford Courthouse Theatre

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A stunning preservation of period architecture, the Stratford Courthouse boasts a modern 100-seat theatre featuring film and live performances. Adjoining the theatre is the Segue Community Hub and Arts café.

The Courthouse Theatre is intimate and cosy, and gives visitors the rare feeling of being immersed in the show. At the Stratford Courthouse we take care to curate our program to bring you a selection of the highest quality artists and events on offer – and we bring them right to your doorstep!

We invite you to enjoy a quality arts experiences while also getting to meet and greet all performers post show in the “Wit’s End” bar giving you an experience like no other theatre.