In 1969 the cottage was badly damaged in a fire, but was restored by the Trust. It is now open to the public as a museum.
Who is buried next to William Shakespeare?
Anne HathawayHis wife, Anne Hathaway, daughter Susanna, son-in-law Dr John Hall and Thomas Nash (first husband of Shakespeare's grand-daughter, Elizabeth) are also buried in the chancel alongside him.
Where did Anne Hathaway spend the rest of her life after her marriage?
StratfordMarriage (to Anne Hathaway) and childrenWhen they married, Anne was 26 and William was 18. Anne grew up just outside Stratford in the village of Shottery. After marrying, she spent the rest of her life in Stratford.
Is Stratford-on-Avon worth it?
Is it worth visiting Anne Hathaway’s cottage?
We visited this place on our trip and enjoyed the visit. The cottage is well preserved, and the thatch roof is interesting and something not seen in the states. The furnishings may not be original to the family, but from the time period. If you are in the area, its worth a visit.
Why is Anne Hathaway’s cottage famous?
Due to the house staying in the same family for so long and the Hathaways still living there when the Trust took over, Anne Hathaway's Cottage boasts some of the oldest and most original parts of the Trust's collections.
What is the curse placed on Shakespeare’s grave?
The findings deepen the mystery around Shakespeare's last resting place. The grave does not bear his name, merely this warning rhyme: “Good friend, for Jesus' sake forbear, to dig the dust enclosed here. Blessed be the man that spares these stones, And cursed be he that moves my bones.”