Shakespeare,” to William’s father ... her tradesman husband and had four children in the old Shakespeare family house, had to have been the secret Catholic supporter. The mystery flourished ...

William’s father, John Shakespeare, was a member of the borough ... In 1597 he bought the second biggest house in Stratford for his family, as well as 107 acres of farmland and a cottage.

Anne Hathaway's cottage in Shottery, Warwickshire, is closed to visitors until 31 January A series of essential conservation works at another of William Shakespeare's family homes has begun in ...

John had been granted a coat of arms and it’s probable that Shakespeare had commissioned them, paying the fees himself. A year later he bought New Place, a large house in Stratford. His earlier ...