Date
Fri 28 Nov 2025
On 28 Nov 1582, the Bishop of Worcester issued a marriage license to "William Shagspere" and "Ann Hathwey".
This formalized the marriage of 18-year-old William Shakespeare and 26-year-old Anne Hathaway.
Anne was the daughter of a well-to-do farmer, Richard Hathaway of Hewlands Farm in nearby Shottery.
This formalized the marriage of 18-year-old William Shakespeare and 26-year-old Anne Hathaway.
Anne was the daughter of a well-to-do farmer, Richard Hathaway of Hewlands Farm in nearby Shottery.