Anne
Hathaway's
Cottage is probably one of the best known buildings in the world.
Situated just a short distance away from the town centre it is idyllic
and dates back to the 15th century. Set in beautiful surroundings with
a magnificient garden, the picturesque cottage is where William
Shakespeare came to visit his bride.
At the
age of 18,
William married Anne Hathaway and the couple produced twins some six
months later. Although William lived and worked for most of his time in
the capital, he did frequently visit Stratford where Anne Hathaway and
his two daughters, Hamnet and Judith continued to live.
The
family moved to
a new residence at New Place and this is where William retired to in
1614. His death occured just two years afterwards in 1616. Anne
Hathaway died in 1623. The property at New Place was demolished by the
local vicar some years later.
