The Old Thatch Tavern

The Old Thatch Tavern is a historic pub and restaurant on Greenhill Street in Stratford-upon-Avon, just 300 yards from Shakespeare's birthplace at the heart of town. Dating back to 1470 and Grade II listed, it is recognised as the oldest pub in Stratford and the only remaining thatched building in the area. The menu centres on traditional English fayre, with Sunday roasts a particular highlight, and meat sourced from a local butcher. The bar serves real ale, cold lager, gin and tonic, wine and cider, with beer brands including London Pride and Dark Star alongside guest ales and kegged beers. The wine list features gold medal and trophy winners, many exclusive to Fuller's. The pub is family and dog friendly, with a real fire inside. Regular events include a quiz night on Tuesdays, karaoke on Wednesdays and a pie and pint offer on Mondays. A murky tale of murder on Christmas Day 1795 adds to the pub's rich history, with the spirit of victim Joseph Pinfield said to haunt the place to this day. The pub is around ten minutes' walk from the local train station, with plentiful parking near Market Square or the American Fountain.