The Royal Shakespeare Theatre is open to the public for theatre-goers attending productions, and also as a unique space to meet, enjoy a bite to eat or a drink in the Riverside Cafe or the Rooftop Restaurant where your meal comes with impressive views over Waterside, Bancroft Gardens and the River Avon. Visitors can also purchase theatre tickets in the Box Office and Shakespeare souvenirs in the gift shop. Take a trip up to the top of the 32m theatre tower for more splendid views across the Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding countryside, and book a Guided Tour around the theatres and backstage areas - including the fascinating RSC Costume department which is located just across the road from the theatre.

It is in rather a unique location, not only does it offer the most magnificent views over Stratford, but also you are seated in amongst the original theatre walls prior to the RSC’ s major 4-year theatre refurbishments, which were completed in 2011. The Rooftop Restaurant has a rather cool, urban feel about, it was once the balcony level of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, the poster wall, which runs down the centre of the restaurant was originally the back wall of auditorium, and you can see a few theatre seats hung on one wall which mark where you would have been sitting in the old theatre.

Unlike most tourist destinations that are often weather or holiday dependent, this town is a destination all year round due to the nature of its main attractions (you don’t need sun to enjoy Shakespeare), and this is great news for businesses like restaurants as they can have diners at the tables every day of the week. And thriving food businesses within a town breed a healthy food culture, bringing us neatly back to the lucky people of Stratford-upon-Avon who get to enjoy this all year round.

The location is great, the staff are helpful and a good ambience is generated by the pre-theatre buzz” at the RSC’s in-house top-floor venue. Food-wise, “there are better places in Stratford for a pre-theatre meal”, although some reporters reckon “the standard of cooking has improved” and it’s now “worth a visit even if you’re not going to the theatre”. Top Tip – “book early enough & you’re more likely to get a coveted window table overlooking the river and swans”.

It can be found in the pretty Leicestershire village of Thrussington, less than a 30 minute drive to Melton Mowbray and the city of Leicester. The pub has been offering travellers a place to rest, replenish and relax for over 250 years. Whether you are staying for lunch, a drink or overnight we look forward to welcoming you.

But if you don't have time to watch a play then there are plenty of other options inside the RSC including the Tower - where you can see stunning views of Stratford, theatre tours, explore the free exhibitions or eat at the Rooftop Restaurant which I highly recommend.

Why not enjoy a performance of one of the Old Bard’s famous works performed by the Royal Shakespeare Theatre Company?. Regular performances are held at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre alongside the Avon River.

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The Rooftop Restaurant & Bar at the Royal Shakespeare Company Theatre boasts panoramic views across the river, create British cooking and an excellent wine and cocktail list.

You'll find plenty of Shakespearean sights to see, including Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall, Ann Hathaway's Cottage and plays put on by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

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The restaurant is accessed via the tower lift and stairs or the foyer lift from the main entrance area of the Royal Shakespear Company .