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Stratford · Whakaahurangi

Stratford (Whakaahurangi) sits in the shadow of Mt Taranaki, the only town in New Zealand with a glockenspiel clock tower, where Romeo and Juliet appear four times a day. Named for Shakespeare's birthplace, its streets carry the names of his characters, from Prospero to Juliet. It is the seat of the Stratford District and the starting point of the Forgotten World Highway, which winds east through the back country from here.

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What is Stratford known for?

Stratford (Whakaahurangi) sits in the shadow of Mt Taranaki, the only town in New Zealand with a glockenspiel clock tower, where Romeo and Juliet appear four times a day. Named for Shakespeare's birthplace, its streets carry the names of his characters, from Prospero to Juliet. It is the seat of the Stratford District and the starting point of the Forgotten World Highway, which winds east through the back country from here.

What is the Māori name for Stratford?

Stratford's te reo Māori name is Whakaahurangi.

What region is Stratford in?

Stratford is in the Taranaki region of New Zealand.

What is the population of Stratford?

Stratford has an estimated population of around 5,500 (Stats NZ estimate).

How many businesses are in Stratford?

List-It lists 60+ Stratford businesses across 13 categories, sourced from the NZ Companies Register (NZBN) and verified owner claims.

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