Saving the Birthplace: The Committees
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Committees were formed in Stratford and London to save Shakespeare's Birthplace, Sir Robert Peel was one member.
Victoria Joynes Birthplace SBT170Copyright of the artist
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All the latest Shakespeare news and behind the scenes action at SBT
The Restoration of Shakespeare's Birthplace
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Exploring the different faces of Shakespeare's Birthplace and how it was restored
Victoria Joynes Birthplace SBT170The Custodians of Shakespeare's Birthplace
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Shakespeare's Birthplace has always been looked after by custodians guiding visitors round the house and taking care of the building.
Victoria Joynes Birthplace SBT170Barnum vs. Dickens: Oh What a Circus!
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P. T. Barnum was so taken with Shakespeare's Birthplace he wanted to take it to America, but not if Charles Dickens could help it!
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