American Couple Reacts: MOST Beautiful English Town? Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare's Birthplace!

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Don't miss the return of MAP WOMEN at the beginning! Shakespeare is certainly one of, if not the most important writers in the English language. And his home town of the quaint, beautiful, historic Stratford-upon-Avon is as original and stunning as one of his sonnets. This video shows us all the fascinating and unique things to do in Stratford-upon-Avon and we loved it! This should definitely be on everyone's travel list when visiting the United Kingdom! Thank you SO much for watching! If you enjoy our content, please consider subscribing to our channel, it is the BEST way to support our channel and it's FREE! Also, please click the Like button. Thank you for your support!

[@neilgayleard3842]

April 23 is also St George's day.

[@devonsteve2347]

If your gonna go, make it quick, cos if a certain group over here get their way, “old WAGGLEDAGGER” will have been completely erased and classed as irrelevant😁

[@vickieandrew1010]

I recently watch a Who do you think you are episode of our wonderful Dame Judy Dench and her family's connection to William Shakespeare...fascinating stuff. 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 💕

[@Pooky-Cat]

You really need to review a British seaside town. Stay away from the obvious Blackpool type places and perhaps take a look at the Suffolk coastal places - they're a bit London-y but not offensively so. Thanks guys 👍

[@thetruthhurts7675]

@@Pooky-Cat Best to start really at the home of seaside holidaying, which is Weymouth in Dorset. This is where George the third went for over 16 years and he bathed in the sea every morning. He popularised the seaside destination for holidays.

[@dianepiggott1083]

Stratford is only about a 20 minute car journey from Warwick castle, which is another great place to visit.

[@MargaretChapman-k1y]

My school took us on two day trips, in the 1950s and I saw Sir Lawrence Oliver and Vivien Leigh in 'Macbeth' and Vanessa Redgrave in 'As you like it'. We sat on the front seats! Still remember eating my sandwiches by the riverside! Learned something new in your video about 'hitting the hay' and 'sleep tight.' We learn something new every day! Thank you. I really enjoy your take on things.

[@manuellayburr382]

Stratford is also very close to Warwick, and therefore Warwick Castle. Definitely worth visiting

[@michaelcole-hamer607]

Warwick Castle is by far one of my favourite places

[@phillipridgway8317]

I second that! Warwick Castle is one of the best preserved Castles in England, and if you are lucky you could catch a medieval fair in its grounds like I did! Also, Stratford is one of my favourite towns. You can just wander around the place admiring the architecture, the river, surrounded by well-preserved history. The whole atmosphere, in fact, is really special.

[@Varksterable]

​@phillipridgway8317 Just don't pronounce the second 'W' in either.

[@allenjohnstone9945]

Went to a Christmas dinner with all the pomp and pageantry back in 96 when I was working in Warwick. Also lost my shirt at the races😂

[@theintrepidguide]

Hi ladies, thanks for sharing my guide. I’m so glad you both enjoyed it. Visiting Stratford-upon-Avon was definitely one of my favorite trips. I learned so much it blew my mind 😂Highly recommend 😊

[@suzannebaxter2888]

We don't sue people in this country unless it is something incredibly serious. I follow four reactor channels and what make you all stand out is you are real and you're willing to learn. You never stop learning. Respect is earned. Loyalty is given trust is a must and likeable is paramount. Adore you both

[@dunki-dunki-dawg]

When people come and enjoy what your country has to offer in all its uniqueness it really makes me feel warmth and connection. When people are open and genuine they spread love and peace. Natasha and Debbie are both very genuine and always, always welcoming for sure.

[@gillianashley1820]

Natasha asked ‘What’s that?’, referring to a building seen from the river. It’s the side of the RSC theatre, with a lovely terrace overlooking the Avon. I live just 30 miles from Stratford and have been there, and to the RSC, many times, but I discovered quite a bit that I didn’t know from the video. There are some lovely shops in Stratford, and it is indeed close to the Cotswolds, and to Warwick, where there is an incredible 12th century castle. It’s not an area to be covered in a day trip as there is just too much to see and do. Get yourselves over here, ladies!

[@dunki-dunki-dawg]

The Cotswolds is so gorgeous like a model village but as real as you can get. I have been there twice and it stole my heart, I remember all of it. I want to visit there many times in the future as I come from an industrial town 7 miles from Central Manchester. My town is very nice (Stalybridge) with a canal running through it but the Cotswolds is utterly beautiful.

[@zinnia2980]

We all know from a young age that Anne Hathaway was Shakespeare's wife and how beautiful her home was 🧡

[@stefkukla8533]

If you like Shakespeare, you'll LOVE "Upstart Crow" ❤️‍🔥

[@stephensmith4480]

I went on a Coach trip to Stratford-upon-Avon many years ago with my School. We stayed overnight on a Narrow Boat, it was an amazing experience for us as youngsters who grew up in an inner City. Even as someone so young, it still struck me as a Beautiful place.

[@katydaniels508]

Stratford is by far my favourite day trip. It never gets old ❤

[@oopsdidItypethatoutloud]

I've never been. I'm from the North East of England and we seem scared of the exotic... when you get to County Durham and have monkeys blood on your ice cream, you're not allowed to leave 😮

[@Pooky-Cat]

"never gets old..." 😂 see what you did there

[@katydaniels508]

@@Pooky-Cat 😁

[@Pooky-Cat]

@@oopsdidItypethatoutloud it's a bit too touristy for my taste (a bit like that London). Give me a nice deserted beach, with a well maintained toilet block, within cross-legged distance, and I'm happy (we all can dream eh - sigh 😔).

[@martinwebb1681]

@@Pooky-Cat ... That really is just a dream of yours ... no way would there be a well maintained toilet block, because people use the sea as a toilet unfortunately. 😂

[@jillybrooke29]

My ancestors were Shakespeare's mum's family..the Ardens, also have a posher ancestor who did not like Shakespeare when he came to London, he said he was building a theatre in Blackfriars on the river where she lived, and she told him to buzz off cos she did not want the riff-raff around her house, so he ended up building the Globe down the river at the South Bank instead 😏Been on the boats on the Avon, so lovely. Please remember April 23rd - Shakespeare's birthday (and death day) and St George's Day..England's own day !! ❤❤

[@michaelstamper5604]

Imagine dying on your birthday! Bad timing Will. Terrible timing lol.

[@tonys1636]

There was an Ordinance in place at that time that forbade the building of places of entertainment within the City of London, the short walk across London Bridge made Southwark ideal and it got its disreputable reputation.

[@markduggan3451]

Stratford-upon-Avon is a lovely place. We stayed in a B&B called Quilt and Croissants, and the whole experience was amazing.

[@martinwebb1681]

A lovely place to me is somewhere not too many people are, far too busy in that area for me.

[@andrewcheesman6255]

I know you both love David Mitchel (would I lie to you) he played William Shakespeare in a show show called 'Upstart Crow' not sure if its on youtube but it is really very funny so try and check it out......he is a convincing Will Shakespeare.

[@gazlator]

I was lucky enough (as a school kid in the 1980s) to be able to watch a couple of plays, thanks to an extended school trip to Stratford, at the main theatre at Stratford (including a young Kenneth Branagh as Henry V). A magical, unforgettable experience.

[@SteveBagnall-gh1fu]

I first went to Stratford in 1979, a friend and I were hitch hiking to Cornwall, bottom left on the map, and stopped of at a youth Hostel in Stratford, there was so much to see, we decided to stay for three nights, the maximum allowed then in the Hostel. We then returned to Leeds where we lived at that time after getting a good education on Shakespeare and family. Ten years later I took my mother and sister to have a weekend in a pub on the outskirts of the town, they loved it. Keep the show coming, it's both enjoyable and interesting. Love from deepest Derbyshire. xx

[@kristinapettersson1948]

so much interesting history in england love it, Great video🫶🏻

[@rushandiearthling1081]

Very proud to say my nephew goes to Shakespeare's school!

[@kristinapettersson1948]

You are back, I want to wish you a lovely Easter. Looking forward to this video 🐣😊

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Thank you! You too!

[@llehctimtrawets]

My wife's family are from nearby Stratford upon Avon, and my sister in law lives there! My brother lives in Stratford, Ontario (also on the Avon river). Small world eh?

[@djs98blue]

Great show choice especially as coincidentally we visited yesterday - my wife watched Midsummer Nights Dream at the RSC and the rest of us took my son around the butterfly house and Shakespeare’s school in a typical British spring day of cold, gloom, and rain…..I was also born here in an old cottage hospital that has since been demolished - that’s what happens if you don’t have your own birthplace trust!

[@jackierichardson901]

Thank you girls this brought back so many memories of going here on a school trip it was amazing I hope you get here one day have a lovely Easter take care x x

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Joshuawhite056]

Stratford is a beautiful place to visit. Just up the road from me.

[@Helsbels-ku2we]

Love the map women! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@sarahealey1780]

I love the originals of words and sayings it's so interesting

[@Penddraig7]

Unfortunately she butchered the origin of Stratford Upon Avon

[@bernardtaylor7043]

@@Penddraig7 Also "hit the hay' and probably "sleep tight". Tour guides love giving etymologies with interesting stories, but absolutely no truth to them. (Adam Hart-Davis is a master of this art.)

[@ggmiethe]

A funny British sitcom is called “Upstart Crow”, starring David Mitchell as Shakespeare. I think you’d love it. Geoff, from Fremantle Western Australia 🇦🇺🦘

[@oarnery1]

Written by Ben Elton, a writer of the Blackadder series.

[@helenwood8482]

We had a school trip to Stratford to see a play. It was wonderful.

[@RhiaEvildressmaker]

I know Natasha is Shakespeare nerd, however there are so many other cool things to see in Stratford, than Shakespeare. Like the Stratford butterfly farm, where you can see fabulous butterflies (my favourite place when we visited in Stratford) or the 1940's style tearoom Fourteas Tea-room Brasserie etc. You can also find famous actress Vivien Leigh's memorial stone in the park along the river. It is such lovely town, but often other interesting things are left in the shadow of Shakespeare, even though they also deserve to be mentioned.

[@TheCornishCockney]

Didn’t know who his Mrs was though 🤔

[@RhiaEvildressmaker]

​​@@TheCornishCockneyto appreciate someones work doesn't mean you have to know everything about their life. They are two separate things. And she did say she is embarrased about that mistake. Give her some slack. BESIDES, that wasn't the point of my comment.

[@AndyLeMaitre]

Anne Hathaway is known around the world as Shakespeare's wife. Never heard of an actress called that.

[@danieldraper7756]

I used to live in Stratford upon Avon, but only lived there for 2 years. Worked opposite the school room and watching this video has realised how much I miss living there. Such a unique place to live for a period of my life. You should visit!

[@lauraburnett9320]

My favourite play is `The Taming of the Shrew', my Daughter Kate is named after the main character, and is also a very strong character.

[@stewedfishproductions9554]

Elizabeth Taylor & Richard Burton were absolutely brilliant acting in my favourite film version. Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, with a great supporting cast too... 👍👍👍

[@michelletrudgill4573]

Lovely to see you, hope all is ok missed you Wednesday. ❤

[@Jean-MarcBordeaux]

Happy Easter ladies 🤗 As a teacher we do Shakespeare with the students. and even do a school visit, Yes with the rope its how a old bed would of been made as no metal springs was around at the time. You must go to the globe theatre in London where Shakespeare plays would of been preformed. Latin would of been used in teaching before old English was in print. Yes in my school i was form captain if you go to a good older established school they use the old form system. another famous woman writer that we all know is Agatha Christy. who lived in Wallingford Oxfordshire not to far away. and very close to the Cotswolds you can do this in a drive in one day. The population of the area is around is around 31000 people and Stratford upon avon is also on the river Thames so its all connectable , Merc- Jean-Marc

[@samkenyon4522]

My x3 great grandparents lived a few doors down from Shakespeare's birthplace in Stratford and appear to have been living there when the house was saved from demolition by Charles Dickens (amongst others). When the house was put up for sale, the showman PT Barnum wanted to ship it, brick by brick, to America. In response the Shakespeare Birthday Committee (later the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust) was formed with Charles Dickens as one of its initial members. The committee bought the house in 1847 for £3,000 after Dickens put on several performances to raise the necessary funds.

[@julben27]

I used to live in Worcester and regularly took a bus ride to Stratford,back in the days before the new theatre was built. I was content to people watch,visit the church ,relax by the river and have a drink in the Mucky Duck pub. Got that in Worcester too,but seeing a matinee show of a Shakespeare play made it that little bit extra special.

[@RichardDolman-fe8qs]

When the narrator introduced Halls Croft she was standing outside of 5 Old Town house, My mother and family lived there back in the 1920s to early 1930s. My great Aunt painted a picture of this house, the rear of it, during those years. Happy memories visiting there over the years since 1946. Yep am that old now

[@davidmckie7128]

You probably want to stay overnight to get the best out of all there is to do. Many years ago (28 odd years ago) we visited Stratford-upon-Avon and did a hop-on-hop-off bus tour around many of the places mentioned here. The guides were well informed and we learnt the meanings of many other common everyday sayings.

[@valeriejackson7659]

The common saying is... Sleep tight, hope the bugs won't bite.

[@robert-hh2ft]

thank god you are back i was worried after i could not find the last usual episode posted

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Sorry!!

[@robert-hh2ft]

@@TheNatashaDebbieShow no need to say sorry but thankyou i was just worried about you both

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

@@robert-hh2ft All is good! Some scheduling conflicts

[@lesleyriseam1282]

Have a really funny American tourist story in Stratford upon Avon . The Cottage were William was born is decorated with furniture of the period . A wooden rocking cradle . American tourist said , Jerome to think Shakespearecwas born in this Crib . Jerome a NYC fat Guy with a huge camera was trying to shush his wife . And then in a loud voice she said ,Did Shakspeare have a garage . A quick witted guy replied yes itscwhere he he kept in 40 Chevy . Jerome was seen ushering his wife out after she thought that Shakespeare was born to a contortinist Mum and that 17 th century houses had garage whilst the rest of fell about laughing .

[@KimWilliamsmixupchannel]

Hi both Stratford upon Avon is a great place in the summertime

[@joosyjulie]

About twenty years ago I was in Stratford-upon-Avon, having a picnic on the lawns next to the river. In front of us were three King Henry VIII, numerous wives of said king, a couple of jesters, maids, serfs and yoemen. All of them playing cricket. It was such a wonderfully, iconic British thing to see and partake in. My only regret is that I didn't have my camera with me. I think it was Shakespears birthday and all the theatre students had dressed up for the day.

[@mandypotts9090]

I have not been but now l have had this deeper look, l definitely would like to spend some time learning more about the man and the place and visit for a day or two ,everywhere looks beautiful . Thanks for another lovely reaction that has reminded me how much history and beauty this country has 👍❤️🇬🇧

[@joemarkham5142]

This is just down the road from where I grew up. Great place to go on first dates in the summer! :). In Shakespeare’s bedroom, there’s a fireplace which is now covered by protective glass and it has carvings from people throughout the centuries who came to visit, including people like Charles Dickens

[@glastonbury4304]

The Anne Hathaway comment made me smile!! 🙈😄🤗

[@JasonTopliss-w9e]

Love Stratford and ur only about 5 miles away from warwick castle both places make a brilliant day out U should lokat some videos of Warwick castke

[@katemarriner1172]

Excellent choice for today!! Definitely one of my favourites you have reacted to. Always nice to see a fellow Shakespeare enthusiast. Always something to learn. The little faux pas made this! Really hope you do get to visit,you'll definitely adore it.

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Aw, thanks Kate!!!

[@penshaw2]

Lovely place - have been lucky enough to have visited a few times.

[@daveloboda1769]

My son lives in Stratford so we are regular visitors, especially to the RST. It is a great place.

[@295868]

RSC.... Royal Shakespeare Company

[@daveloboda1769]

@@295868 RSC is, as you say, the Royal Shakespeare Company but I said RST because the Royal Shakespeare THEATRE is the place you VISIT to watch the company.

[@DeborahHobbs-fn4qg]

Lovely video such a beautiful place …

[@peterrussell3854]

Great video. We go there regularly as a stopover to and from our trips to Goodwood. We live in Yorkshire, so it is a perfect place to spend a few days. Great pubs! If you stay there, try the Alveston Manor Hotel, full of history and reasonably priced.

[@furnessborn]

My parents are originally from the Midlands (Dad - Birmingham, Mum - Stafford) so used to spend school holidays visiting Grandparents. During my exam years I did English Literature and there was mostly a Shakespeare play. I had Twelfth Night. So My maternal Grandparents who lived in Leamington Spa took me to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre in Stratford hoping it was Twelfth Night. But I saw Hamlet there. It was great. I saw Hamlet years later in my Hometown of Barrow in Furness many years later in 1992 when a travelling company performed it in a large warehouse. With big actors like Alan Rickman as Hamlet, Geraldine McEwan, Michael Byrne and others. Again the performance was FAB!

[@anthonyquinn3671]

Stratford is a Beautiful place to visit, We first visited it on a 3 day coach tour in the Cotswolds, and had 4 hours in Stratford that was no where near enough time to really appreciate the place, so a couple of months later We drove down and spent 3 nights a a lovely B+B, We had an Awesome long Weekend and visited Shakespeare's Birthplace, and Ann Hathaway's Cottage, We also visited a Town not too far away called Broadway which is also a nice place to visit, Reputed to have changed it's name because of the Number of American's that bought property there! This video brought back so many memories THANKS!

[@clarelawton4653]

Have stayed here a couple of times for wedding anniversaries 💕

[@johncrwarner]

My parents loved theatre they courted in London and used to go to the National Theatre at the Old Vic and saw famous actors performing. So when I (the youngest) was old enough to sit still aged eight was taken with my sibling to Stratford and we camped near by and the first thing we did was go and book tickets to see plays at the RSC. Then we planned our week around that.

[@stewsteve]

Natasha & Debbie thank you for another informative video. Keep up the good work

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Thank you!!!

[@mattiebrown3314]

Been to Stratford upon Avon many times, I only live around a hours driver away from there, such a beautiful place rich in its history 🥰

[@thechickety1137]

I own a property I rent out in Stratford upon Avon and eventually my wife and I will retire to it when my wife and I have retired. I love Stratford, such a historic and beautiful place. In summer time, it’s amazing.

[@brendanspillane2876]

I am fortunate enough to live in Stratford upon Avon, and I love it. One thing to do that is fantastic is a behind the scenes tour of the RSC theatre.

[@vanessacare2615]

Great video again I went with the school years ago so I think it's time to go back and visit this beautiful place

[@Paul.J.Mitchell]

Hurray for the Map Women women 😊

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

We're waiting for our lawsuit

[@AlBarzUK]

@@TheNatashaDebbieShow Hey! We demur at lawsuits here. They’re tiresome and suit only lawyers and newspapers.

[@marlecmarine5393]

let me know l will chip in.....map women rule....🤣🤣🤣@@TheNatashaDebbieShow

[@borkmcfink]

My favourite moment in this video is when Debbie says she has no idea where Stratford-upon-Avon is on the map whilst putting her hand directly on it 😄 I lived in Stratford for two years, it is a really nice place (a friend of mine once described it as a sort of theme park - Englandland)

[@diamk51]

When you finally come to England and - of course - visit Stratford-upon-Avon don't miss seeing The Guildhall and Shakespeare's Schoolroom. Beautiful old guildhall built in 1418 to 1424. William Shakespeare attended King Edward VI school in the upstairs room. His father, John, was mayor of Stratford when the Guildhall became the town hall. You can see the building with one of the guides and have a lesson in the tudor classroom with Master Thomas Jenkins, who was Shakespeare's teacher (he's obviously VERY old, but still working!) You can also try writing with a real swan feather quill in the Georgian classroom. Most interesting place in town.

[@eddiepilsman7130]

The building you ask what it was, it was the side of the Shakespeare Theatre. Also nearby is Warwick which is a lovely place and an absolutely fantastic Castle

[@kingstumble]

I live quite close to Stratford but I confess I haven't visited in years.I must put that right soon. It's a nice town.

[@robert-hh2ft]

im glad you are back

[@helenmohammed2518]

Stratford is stunning, you would love it.

[@orwellboy1958]

The last time I was there was around 2000. For the Bulldog Bash, an event that Hells Angeles put on, around 500 bikes would descend on Stratford upon Avon.

[@thomasmoore842]

Was absolutely amazing Natasha Debbie put me in the mood to go visit such an beautiful place n all the buildings ps hope you’re both well n Happy Easter Natasha and Debbie Thomas from Belfast

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Happy Easter!!

[@MatCaney]

Fantastic Xmas market in Stratford on the run to the holiday.

[@deebee.14]

My Mum used to live in Stratford-upon-Avon, now she lives on the outskirts, though we still travel through quite often. It is a Beautiful place.

[@davidwatson22]

Thanks for this brings back some happy memories from when I had a day trip back in 2019. Never got to the Farm but did visit Ann's cottage and a few other sites, I also went on that chain Ferry cuts out a lot of walking. A great beautiful place on a sunny summers day. And yes we do get the odd sunny day. There's also an all year round Christmas decorations shop opposite Shakespeare's birthday place and next door was a Harry potter wand shop. Stratford upon Avon was Very popular with Chinese tourists. I need to make another visit someday.

[@Rob_Infinity3]

The Anne Hathaway part had me creasing up! 😂😂😂

[@stevenburgess2856]

Lovely area. I first heard of 'Pimms' when I visited there, it's like a posh Vimto!

[@Gabaja21]

Stratford upon Avon, Beamish living Museum and that garden centre you waxed lyrical about earlier. That’s a cheap, cheerful and interesting couple of weeks for you guys. Check out the canal boats too around those parts 😉😉

[@AngeDownie]

Its Ange this was really interesting As Natasha said the scenery was beautiful Hunting the street lights sounds like a good way to while away a few hours

[@PamDuthie]

I used to live close to there, and visited a whole lot. Now I live close to one of Scotlands prettiest villages, Luss. You should check out some videos on that. I know you will love it

[@michaelstamper5604]

Jay Foreman approves of your intro, ladies. (allegedly). I visited Stratford many (many, many, many) years ago. It's a very pretty town, and of course there are a lot of Shakespeare-related places to visit and things to do, for example the World of Shakespeare which covers Tudor era life, or the Royal Shakespeare Company theatre if you want to see his plays performed. (Exit, pursued by a bear) xxx

[@lucyside7819]

Ann hathaways cottage was our annual school trip, we went with history class, English and art. 😊

[@_starfiend]

My surname is Stratford, and my paternal Grandfather's family came from Warwickshire, so presumably, originally from Stratford-Upon-Avon itself, though so far we haven't managed to trace a direct ancestor to the town itself. We've traced back as far as 1808 and then lost the trail, though to that point all until my Dad and myself (leicestershire) were born in Warwickshire.

[@susanpearson-creativefibro]

It was the timing that cracked me up, as you referenced the actress so soon after stating you were a massive Shakespeare nerd. I don’t know if the two Ann’s are distantly related? It was interesting watching Dame Judi Dench’s Who Do You Think You Are and discovering she was related to Shakespeare, so it came full circle as she first made her mark in his plays.

[@anthonypope8429]

Great intro very funny I have been there when I was a kid it takes me back to my childhood it's very nice there I would love to have a good look around it has very good history about him

[@SusanCampbell-j1f]

I really enjoyed that,so many interesting facts. Stratford upon Avon is such a beautiful place and well worth a visit.

[@iancomputerscomputerrepair8944]

Stratford-upon-Avon is a beautiful place. You certainly need to visit there when you come over. Can I ask, what happened to Wednesday's video?

[@joanfreestone1707]

I read about the mattresses quite a long time ago, which was interesting. It's good to find out where old sayings come from. An enjoyable video, as always. Thank you.

[@michaelisles4756]

Loving the town tour and shopping,pint to wash it all down ❤❤

[@angeladormer6659]

It's beautiful, but usually crowded. The gateway to the Cotswolds. There is a bakery in Stratford that has been there since the 18th century and their Lardy Cake, is amazing - it's a bread.😂💗💗👵🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🌹🌹

[@glynisclarke9655]

A beautiful part of the country, near the cotswolds near a few castles , and beautiful Wales❤

[@swanvictor887]

Ladies, I believe you are visiting the UK next year and thus, I would advise you allow a few days to explore Stratford, as part of your tour of the Cotswolds, because the village is part of that gorgeous countryside, I know you are both so keen to visit. It might be more relaxing for you both to spend one night in Stratford, allowing you more time to chill. Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, built by American Actor Sam Wannamaker, is to be found on the South Bank of the River Thames and is well worth a visit!

[@Kerazzy.]

When I went to Shakespeare's house I also learned that the saying "You got out of the wrong side of bed" comes from when toilets were outside so people had bed pans next to their beds. If you got out of the wrong side of bed, it wouldn't be a great start to your day 😂

[@tim1812h]

And once again the Map Women light up our Friday woohoo. Just love your reactions to such a beautiful town, of which there are many, many more around the UK. Sides still aching from laughing so much at Natasha and her embarrassment over Anne Hathaway 🤣🤣. Just loved this and looking forward to many more Map Women. 😎😁🤩Love, hugs and prayers from Sussex, UK

[@F11BAR84]

Great video, there are some beautiful buildings there and lovely places to see.

[@palerider4015]

I live in Warwickshire, about 18 miles from Stratford and to be honest I learnt a few things there myself. You do tend to take places for granted a little when they are on your doorstep. As well as Stratford being a great place to visit in itself, you could also use it as your base to explore the Cotswolds, as Stratford pretty much is the at the northern gateway to that area. Warmest wishes

[@petercroft4231]

Fantastic place to visit

[@tristanbromley-smith4057]

Hello Natasha & Debbie, I came across this reaction video of yours. I grew up in this town, so I am very familiar with it all. I technically left when I was 17 to join the Royal Navy, but my family still live here. The town has changed alot since I left. I do visit my family their on a regular basis. Be warned in summer it gets very busy with all the tourists.

[@TheNatashaDebbieShow]

Thank you for your service 🫡

[@tristanbromley-smith4057]

@TheNatashaDebbieShow Thank you. My dad used to row on the river their when he was at the grammer school. The rowing club is situated opposite the Bancroft gardens, which is by the theatre, and I worked on the passenger boats as a teenager and on narrowboats. In fact I am visiting in about 2 weeks' time. If you do come to this town not too far away, is Warwick, which has a castle you can visit, and I think you can catch a bus there.

[@sandrahughes8645]

Thankyou Natasha and Debbie. On my list of places yet to visit as a UK resident is Stratford upon Avon. I’ve always wanted to visit the Globe theatre. There is obviously a lot more to see and do for very reasonable prices so Thankyou for showing this. Can’t wait to find out where you visit when you come to the UK. I know you are staying for some time in Kent but I hope you get a chance to travel a little further. Lots of love, Sandra from Liverpool x

[@kathryncoleman6973]

I love Stratford upon Avon I have beento that lovely place to visit.❤ hope tou guys are well.

[@steveriley997]

Love your reactions to stuff like this, always brings a smile to me to see your faces as you see the historical and beautiful things dotted around this oddly eclectic nation. Do keep the pointy finger, it made me laugh a couple of times as it waved into shot in a point of exclamation.

[@lynnedyer8714]

Nice video and I didn’t know the sayings resulting from the straw beds. I live 10mins away from Stratford, and my son went to school there and used the original classroom for Latin lessons. If you come over girls I’d be happy for you to stay and I’d show you round. We could go to the Cotswolds as well as I live very near there.

[@karenkilner1090]

I know you love castles, and Stratford upon Avon is very close to Warwick Castle. You need to check it out.

[@jamesbeeching6138]

It looks good but VERY touristy!!! Also as a Shakespeare fan Natasha you should have known Anne Hathaway was his wife!!! Another thing to do is the National Motorcyle Museum just by the NEC!!

[@christineharris4146]

I’ve visited Stratford upon Avon, being English would be sacrilege not to, but again you American ladies have taught me something. Didn’t know the origins of ‘hit the hay’ and ‘sleep tight’. The Garrick Inn is quite old, but my local inn, below Nottingham castle, can trump it. Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem was built in 1189! Sorry, couldn’t resist just slipping that fact in. Another great informative video. Thanks ladies.