Stratford is perfect to get some fresh, spring air. Our internationally renowned parks and glorious gardens are framed with Victorian rooftops, turrets and bell-towers. The lilacs are in bloom and the flirting of mating swans has begun. For the sprightly, we have some great walking and cycling tours in the pastoral countryside . Or download one of our Stratford Strolls podcasts and listen to the commentary as you stroll about, stopping to meet the actors in for the new season or an Americano at one of our many coffee-bars.