Holy Trinity Church
Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon, England, CV37 6BG
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
Quick answer
Holy Trinity Church is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Old Town in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Parish Eucharist at 10:30 — times verified 1 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Stratford-upon-Avon, England
- Postcode
- CV37 6BG
- Diocese
- Diocese of Coventry
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion (BCP)
Parish Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Morning Prayer
About Holy Trinity Church
Holy Trinity Church is the parish church of Stratford-upon-Avon and one of the most famous churches in England as the place of William Shakespeare's baptism, marriage and burial. The bard's funerary monument and grave, beside those of his wife Anne Hathaway and other family members, lie in the chancel. The building itself dates largely from the 13th to 16th centuries, with a riverside churchyard, fine misericords, and a distinctive 17th-century tower spire. It remains an active Anglican parish church in the Diocese of Coventry and welcomes around 250,000 visitors a year.
Notable facts about Holy Trinity Church
- The Church of England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- Holy Trinity Church belongs to the Diocese of Coventry, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 4 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Holy Trinity Church offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Holy Trinity Church has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Shakespeare's grave
- Cathedral choir
- Riverside churchyard
- Medieval misericords
- Bookshop
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Holy Trinity Church?
Holy Trinity Church is located at Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BG, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Holy Trinity Church?
Holy Trinity Church is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Coventry. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Holy Trinity Church?
Holy Trinity Church holds regular services on Sunday, Weekdays; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
How do I contact Holy Trinity Church?
You can contact Holy Trinity Church by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Holy Trinity Church?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Holy Trinity Church welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.