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> Avebury > Westbury White Horse TIMELESS WONDERS Wiltshire has been a special place for a very long time. Indeed, nowhere else in England will you find such a concentration of fascinating iconic sites. For thousands of years travellers have been seduced by their grandeur and majesty, and still they inspire a sense of wonder in visitors today. "Somehow, time has more meaning in Wiltshire" Stonehenge and Avebury have a powerful Visit Avebury as dawn breaks over the magnetism that has drawn people to them North Wessex Downs and you’ll appreciate down the centuries. One outstanding World the appeal this sacred place held for our Heritage Site, embracing two megalithic ancestors. A massive outer bank and ditch. stone circles. Shrouded in mystery, steeped in Surrounding the world’s largest stone circle. legend, they stand testament to the ages. No Which, in turn, encloses two smaller stone visit to Wiltshire would be complete without circles and part of the village. experiencing their magic for yourself. Within the wider landscape lie further The ancient Britons attached great significance ancient structures. West Kennet Long to Stonehenge. Among its many unique Barrow, one of Britain’s largest Stone Age features is its orientation on the rising and burial sites. The massive man-made mound setting sun. Why it was built in this way is of Silbury Hill. And many of Wiltshire’s lost in the mists of time, but if you stand on distinctive White Horses, carved into the Salisbury Plain at sunrise or sunset, it’s easy to rolling chalk downs. Originally thirteen understand why people from around the globe in number, eight can still be seen today, continue to pay homage to this magnificent site. standing watch over this ancient landscape. > Stonehenge
> Old Wardour Castle > Wilton Windmill TIMELESS PLACES Wiltshire’s timeless towns and villages offer numerous ways to connect with the past whilst enjoying the present. Stylish independent shops and colourful markets. Tempting pubs and restaurants. Fascinating history and heritage. Outstanding entertainment. "Find new stories around every corner" Whilst Wiltshire is particularly renowned for As well as the legacy of this rich heritage, there its ancient sites, later civilisations made are breweries and distilleries to visit. Motor and their mark as well, leaving an outstanding horse racing to enjoy. And animal attractions to collection of castles, stately homes and experience, including Britain’s first ever drive- manor houses. Set against the drama and through safari park. majesty of the Wiltshire landscape their Wiltshire is rolling green downs, ancient surroundings are equally impressive, from woodlands and bustling market towns. Parish acres of breathtaking parkland to intimate churches, grand historic houses and country formal and informal gardens. inns. Timeless monuments and contemporary Wiltshire’s museums are great places to luxury. Local ales and picnics in the park. In unearth the secrets of this journey through short, the England you love in one county. time. As well as archaeology collections of outstanding national importance, you’ll Book tickets online find exhibits relating to army history, motor You can now book tickets for many vehicles, aviation and more. places to visit and things to do on our website - just go to Historically, Wiltshire owed its prosperity to visitwiltshire.co.uk/shop railways, canals, and the textile industry. > Great Chalfield Manor
> Sky Safari, Longleat > Salisbury Races TIMELESS PLEASURES Today life is hectic. Too hectic. 24/7 this. 4G that. Sometimes you need to escape, press pause and let time stand still. Whether your ideal break is calming, comforting, refreshing, or bursting with high octane excitement, Wiltshire is the perfect antidote to overcrowded cities. "Step off the world for a while" Activities range from the white-knuckle-inducing retailers, as well as high street stores, colourful to the utterly relaxing. Pursue the ultimate markets and a top notch designer outlet. adrenaline rush on a tandem skydive. Set your Wiltshire is home to imagination and creativity pulse racing with a spin around Castle Combe in abundance. First rate venues include a Circuit. Or drift calmly over the landscape in a leading producing theatre and a music centre hot air balloon. Saddle up for a horseback safari. with ‘the finest acoustic outside London’. Race against the clock in an escape room Festivals and events feature everything from challenge. Or spend your day getting wet and classical, jazz and world music to carnivals, wild on the water. Relax in a luxurious spa. Play fairs and folk festivals. While Wiltshire a round of golf. Or sign up for a cookery class. locations have featured in every type of In Wiltshire we pride ourselves on the quality production from swashbuckling adventures to of our local food and drink, so you’ll find plenty Jane Austen classics, Dr Dolittle to Dr Who. to whet your appetite in bars, restaurants and So pay us a visit and let Wiltshire put back coffee shops around the county. There are farm what the rest of the week takes out. You’ll shops aplenty too, and our historic shopping find less racing against the clock and more streets are home to a wealth of independent timeless pleasures to enjoy. > Pepperbox Hill
> Woodford Valley > Marlborough Downs TIMELESS NATURE Wiltshire is an enchanted place where you feel close to the earth and the ever-changing big skies. The landscape’s mood alters with the seasons, connecting you not just to nature, but to time itself. Sit on the downs at sunrise or sunset, see how the light changes the texture of the hills, and think of others admiring the same spectacle over thousands of years. "Rural England at its very best" Wiltshire is perfect at any time of year. Ancient west Wiltshire lie within the Cotswolds. At the woodland carpeted with bluebells. Shadows heart of it all lies the vast, untouched expanse of hay bales lengthening in the setting sun. of Salisbury Plain, home to numerous rare and Blankets of mist floating low over meadows. endangered species that thrive in this sparsely Frost glistening on mighty standing stones. Truly, populated environment. a county for all seasons. Amid the unspoiled, rolling countryside, Almost half of Wiltshire’s breathtaking landscape charming hamlets nestle. A wide variety of lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural natural habitats provide havens for flora and Beauty. From the lush meadows of the Vale of fauna. Miles of ancient drove roads and quiet Pewsey to more austere expanses of upland, country lanes make exploring a pleasure. And the North Wessex Downs are a nationally thousands of paths for walkers and cyclists protected landscape. As are Cranborne Chase make it perfect for outdoor pursuits. and the West Wiltshire Downs, stretching in a Wiltshire is one of Britain’s best kept secrets. giant undulating swathe across the south of the Easy to explore, yet off the beaten track. If you’re county. Acres of woodland can be found on the tired of the everyday, it’s time for Wiltshire. To borders of the New Forest National Park and in book your rural break go to the Savernake Forest. While parts of north and visitwiltshire.co.uk/accommodation > Vale of Pewsey
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TURNING HEADS TO THE PAST Explore the lost settlement and stand in the footprint of the original Salisbury Cathedral. Nr Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 3SD The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a company, no. 07447221, registered in England. YOUR STORY STARTS HERE NCG jeSSiCa yeoMaN MKTG laNdSCaPe SToNeheNGe 148.5x103.5MM Sho34 CMyK old SaruM ad Travel back 5,000 years to discover the world of your ancestors. SuSie aw 26.7.16 eNGliSh heriTaGe, BraNd & deSiGN TeaM, The eNGiNe houSe, FireFly aVeNue, SwiNdoN SN2 2eh • TelePhoNe 01793 414451 Nr Amesbury, Wiltshire SP4 7DE The English Heritage Trust is a charity, no. 1140351, and a company, no. 07447221, registered in England.
SALISBURY THE PERFECT HISTORIC CITY The ideal fusion of ancient and modern, Salisbury is rooted in time and place. The historic heart of the city retains its medieval layout, with a mix of architectural styles and many of the original street names preserved. As well as your favourite high street stores, there are regular markets and an excellent range of independent retailers selling unique and interesting items. “Where medieval magnificence meets contemporary culture” Tempting tearooms and coffee shops abound, Britain, the world’s oldest working clock, and together with cosy pubs, riverside inns and the finest of four original 1215 Magna Carta friendly restaurants. In June, Salisbury is manuscripts. Within the Cathedral Close you’ll hosting Wiltshire National Armed Forces find further attractions including The Salisbury Weekend, a spectacular three-day event Museum, Mompesson House, Arundells and recognising and celebrating our armed forces. The Rifles Berkshire & Wiltshire Museum. Other inspirational events include St George’s Nearby is the Parish Church of St Thomas, Day (April), a Food and Drink Festival with its magnificent Doom Painting, and on the (September) and the delightful Christmas northern outskirts of the city lies Old Sarum, Market (November/December). While City the original site of Salisbury. Boscombe Down Hall Salisbury and Wiltshire Creative Aviation Collection, Salisbury Racecourse – combining Salisbury Playhouse, and Stonehenge are also on the doorstep. Salisbury Arts Centre and Salisbury With London Waterloo only 90 minutes away International Arts Festival – promise by train, Salisbury makes an unbeatable a fabulous pan-arts programme destination for day trips and short breaks throughout 2019. alike – just go to visitsalisbury.co.uk for a Salisbury Cathedral offers comprehensive guide to the city. one superlative after another, including the tallest spire in > Salisbury Cathedral
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection Map Ref F4 Photo: © Crown Copyright Gr asmere Ho Hangar 1 South, Old Sarum Airfield, Old Sarum, Salisbury, SP4 6DZ T: 01722 323636 E: Please see website for details A working museum in an historic WW1 Hotel • Restaur ant • Meeting hangar. Over 100 exhibits including 30 aircraft and cockpits to sit in, bringing the history of test flight in the UK to life. Dress up in a flight suit and helmet, be Weddings a fighter pilot and watch restoration on real aircraft. Tours available. Gift shop and café. Group bookings welcome. Admission: Please see website for details. Open: Please see website for details > Wiltshire National Armed Forces Weekend www.boscombedownaviationcollection.co.uk The Cathedral Hotel Map Ref F4 7-9 Milford Street, Salisbury, SP1 2AJ T: 01722 343700 E: info@cathedralhotelsalisbury.co.uk In the heart of Salisbury, close to the Cathedral and Market Place. Serving coffee and freshly cooked Gr asmere House meals daily, from breakfast Hotel • Restaurant • Meeting Centre through lunch and evening dinner. Weddings All in a relaxed atmosphere with great service and fantastic value. Stunning Salisbury Cathedral views Open: For breakfast daily from 8am and all day dining. 38 ensuite bedrooms www.cathedralhotelsalisbury.co.uk Bar, Lounge, Conservatory, Harnham Restaurant Road, Salisbury, Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm Map Ref E4 Wiltshire SP2 8 JN Amesbury Road, Cholderton, Salisbury, Licensed for01722 Telephone: Weddings 338 388 SP4 0EW T: 01980 629438 Fax: 01722 333 710 E: info@choldertoncharliesfarm.com Family-fun-filled rare breeds farm park, info@grasmerehotel.com with animals and activities throughout the www.grasmerehotel.com day, in and outdoor play areas, and the exhilarating Tree Top Trail! The Kitchen Café & Bar serves delicious food all day as well as catering for large events such as wedding receptions. Overnight accommodation is available in the 70-bed 4* Hostel, which is open all year round. Admission: Please see website for prices. Open: Summer: 10am-6pm; 01722 338388 Winter: 10am-4pm. www.grasmerehotel.com info@grasmerehotel.com www.choldertoncharliesfarm.com FISHERTON MILL SALISBURY fab fresh food studios exhibitions arts & cras gis workshops 108 Fisherton Street, Salisbury SP2 7QY Mon- Fri 10 - 5 Sat 9.30 - 5.30 www.fishertonmill.co.uk
Mompesson House Map Ref F4 Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum Map Ref F4 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EL The Wardrobe, 58 The Close, Salisbury, T: 01722 335659 SP1 2EX T: 01722 419419 E: mompessonhouse@nationaltrust.org.uk E: assistantcurator@thewardrobe.org.uk A quintessential Queen Anne Three attractions in one: military townhouse in the heart of the Cathedral museum showing the exploits of the Close. It’s easy to imagine living here as infantry of Berkshire and Wiltshire from you walk down the fine oak staircase, 1743 until today; an historic house, admire the plasterwork and collection dating from 1254; and a beautiful of 18th-century drinking glasses and garden with views of the Cathedral and relax in the library. The tranquil garden across the water-meadows. and tea-room are an oasis of calm. Admission: A £5 Ch £3 F £15 Admission/Open: Please telephone or Garden Only: £2 see website for details. National Trust Open: 1 Feb-30 Nov, Mon-Sat, Members FREE. 10am-5pm. Closed Dec and Jan. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mompesson-house www.thewardrobe.org.uk Guided Walks and Tours with professionally qualied Registered Blue Badge Guides. 90 minute City Walking Tours in English leave the Salisbury InformaƟon Centre, Fish Row, SP1 1EJ. For further details of the regular city walk, and requests for walks and tours in French, German, Italian, Portuguese or Spanish, please contact us on + 44 (0)7873 212941 info@salisburycityguides.co.uk > Salisbury International Arts Festival www.salisburycityguides.co.uk
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Great West Way ® Welcome to the Great West Way. A new 125-mile touring route combining the world-renowned with the yet-to-be-discovered. At one end is London with its famous royal sights and rich cultural heritage; at the other, Bath and Bristol. In between lie relaxing riverside towns, lush green landscapes, and characterful villages. But there’s so much more to the Great West Way than simply getting from A to B. The Great West Way is for those who relish the journey. “Discover an essential strand of England’s story” There are many ways to experience the Great little longer and you can immerse yourself West Way. Travel by road, rail or water. On two in local life. Recognising that one size of feet or two wheels. Base yourself in one place accommodation doesn’t fit all, we have quirky for a while, or move on every day. Take the glamping sites, pretty country B&Bs, cool city direct route and the Great West Way runs for hotels… even stately homes and castles. 125 miles… add in all the tempting trails and The Great West Way is easy to join and easy to off-the-beaten-track detours and there are 500 follow. It passes by both Heathrow and Bristol miles or more to explore. Along the Great West airports. It’s accessible for visitors travelling Way are three Areas of Outstanding Natural from the Channel ports or already based Beauty – the Chilterns, the Cotswolds and in London. It will take you to places you’ve the North Wessex Downs – and the UNESCO always dreamed of visiting, and secret spots World Heritage Sites of Stonehenge and that even some locals have yet to discover. Avebury, Kew Gardens and Bath. Go to GreatWestWay.co.uk and discover You can stand on the site of the sealing of your way. Magna Carta at Runnymede. Watch the Changing of the Guard at Windsor Castle. Or lose yourself in the hedge maze at Hampton Court Palace. Pootle along the Kennet & Avon Canal in your very own narrowboat. Seek out exclusive fashion and lifestyle stores at Newbury’s Parkway Shopping. Or search for works by Banksy in Bristol. Soak in the UK’s only natural hot springs at Thermae Bath Spa. Sample award-winning real ale at West Berkshire Brewery. Or go behind the scenes at Highclere Castle (the real-life Downton Abbey). The Great West Way offers an extraordinary variety of English experiences. As you follow its twists and turns, along paths taken by Bradford on Avon Trowbridge generations of travellers, you’ll encounter the very essence of England. If you’re short of time it makes for a great day trip. But stay a BRISTOL LONDON
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WILTSHIRE ON THE Great West Way ® Around a quarter of the Great West Way runs through Wiltshire. Along routes that brought druids to Stonehenge. Drovers to market. Pilgrims to Salisbury Cathedral. Across rolling hillsides in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and past white horse carvings that have watched over the Vale of Pewsey for generations. “From the iconic to the totally unexpected!” As well as Stonehenge and Avebury, your McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Swindon, wish list will surely include some of Wiltshire’s housed in the Grade II listed buildings of timeless towns and villages. Corsham, familiar Brunel’s former railway works. Or simply to many as Truro from BBC’s Poldark. Hilltop relax aboard a narrowboat on the Kennet & Malmesbury, England’s oldest borough. Avon Canal. The handsome former staging post of An authentic English pub experience is hard Marlborough. Or the ‘discovery’ town of Calne. to beat. So settle down at one of Wiltshire’s Honey-coloured Bradford on Avon. Devizes many traditional inns. If your Great West with its rich heritage of Georgian houses. Or Way adventure includes an overnight stay, Chippenham, home to a wealth of historic you’ll find B&B, self-catering, farm stay, buildings. Trowbridge, renowned for its unique glamping and hotel options aplenty... and for industrial architecture. Or Swindon with its some serious pampering, you can head to entertainment and leisure opportunities. Whatley Manor Hotel and Spa. Much of the Great West Way’s appeal lies in Rail connections are excellent, linking its extraordinary variety. You can take a stroll Wiltshire with London’s Paddington and around ‘Capability’ Brown parkland at Bowood Waterloo stations at one end, Bristol and House and Gardens. Meet mighty Shire Bath at the other. Within 90 minutes, or less, horses and watch sign writers at work on a of leaving the capital you can find yourself tour of Wadworth Brewery. Or see how many here, enjoying authentic English experiences incredible animals you can spot on a six-and-a- and creating memories to write home about. half-mile drive-through experience at Longleat, Go in search of the real England at the UK’s original safari park. Pay a visit to GreatWestWay.co.uk > Silbury Hill
Photo: Judy Gaisford > Taste Corsham Food Festival > Avebury > Calne > Kennet & Avon Canal
Abbey House Gardens Map Ref B2 The Abbey House, Malmesbury, SN16 9AS T: 01666 827650 or 07795 418197 E: info@abbeyhousegardens.co.uk Beside the Abbey Church in Malmesbury and straddling the River Avon, this spectacular 5-acre garden has brought praise from around the world. With over 1,000 years of history, it contains the burial place of an English King as well as knot gardens, herb gardens, a river walk, fish ponds, a waterfall, and constant colour from March to October. Admission: A £8 Conc £7 Ch (5-15) £4 F £20 Open: April - October www.abbeyhousegardens.co.uk Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum Map Ref C3 Downside, Stockley Lane, Calne, SN11 0NF T: 01249 813119 E: enquiries@atwellwilson.org.uk We are a small friendly museum. Most exhibits are cars from the 1920s onwards. We also have motorcycles, mopeds and bicycles, interesting motoring memorabilia, a reconstructed 1930s style garage complete with cars, and the famous Jack Spittle Model Lorry Collection. For more information visit the museum section of our website. Admission: A £7 Ch £1 S £7 Open: All year – please see website for details. www.atwellwilson.org.uk Bowood House & Gardens Map Ref C3 Castle Combe Circuit Map Ref C2 Derry Hill, Calne, SN11 0LZ T: 01249 812102 E: reception@bowood.org Visit the magnificent home of the Marquis and Marchioness of Lansdowne set in 2,000 acres of Grade 1 listed parkland. Wander through the grounds or book a tour of the award-winning walled garden. A fantastic day out for all the family, with the Adventure Playground, including life size pirate ship, slides and soft play. Admission: Please see website for details Open: 30 Mar-3 Nov, 11am-6pm (5pm Castle Combe, Chippenham, SN14 7EY after autumn clock change) T: 01249 782417 www.bowood.org E: info@castlecombecircuit.co.uk Race – Watch – Experience Cornerways Cottage Map Ref F2 Enjoy a day out at the West Country’s family circuit where you can watch all the action as close as possible in UK motorsport! With an action-packed Longcross, Zeals, Mere, Warminster, season of race meetings, car shows and other events, there’s something BA12 6LL T: 01747 840477 for everyone at one of the country’s fastest circuits. Including performance E: cornerways.cottage@btinternet.com car action days, the Autumn Classic historic racing festival, a day dedicated Comfortable cottage in an Area of to Minis and Europe’s premier rally car show, Rallyday – you don’t want to Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close to miss out! Longleat, Stourhead, Salisbury and Bath. EXPERIENCE the track at one of our car or motorbike track days, or drive Golf, riding, fishing and walking nearby. the Formula Ford or Lotus Elise with our Racing School. Catering for all ages Discounted day tickets for Longleat. and budgets, there’s also Startline Young Driver experiences for under 17s. Finally, the circuit plays host to giant car boot sales, sprints, parades and much, much more! Admission: Event dependent; race meetings from £10. Reduced rates for seniors, under 17s go FREE. Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 en suite, Open: See website or call for full details and dates of all public events. 1 private S £60 D £75 T £75 www.cornerwayscottage.co.uk www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk
EAT The Lock Inn Café has been home of the famous Boatman’s Breakfast since1990. The café offers a vast lunch, snack and evening menu, a canalside garden, good beer, wines and coffee. Our Kitchen is open All Day, Every Day. Frome Road, Bradford on Avon BA15 1LE www.thelockinn.co.uk • 01225 868068 PEDAL/PADDLE Bike and Canoe Hire on the Kennet and Avon Canal is available from Towpath Trail. We have high quality bikes, trailers, canoes and everything else the family may need for a day messing about on the level and traffic free canal towpath including snacks, ice creams, barista coffees and a range of cycling and canal giftware. Frome Road, Bradford on Avon BA15 1LE www.towpathtrail.co.uk • 01225 867187 SLEEP Widbrook Barns offers self contained, comfortable B&B barns and family suites. Families, couples, singles and business travellers are all most welcome. Guests also have the option of more unusual Gypsy Caravan and Shepherd’s Hut stays. Widbrook, Bradford on Avon BA15 1UD www.widbrookbarns.co.uk • 01225 865049 SHOP Our newly expanded TT Cycles store is now Wiltshire’s premier bike shop with a vast range of parts, clothing and accessories and possibly the most extensive range of bikes for all disciplines.We have a fully equipped workshop (and Shimano Service Centre) to service or build your bike, or just help to keep you on the road. Finance and Cycle Scheme available too. Elms Cross Business Park, Bradford on Avon BA15 2AY www.ttcycles.co.uk • 01225 867187
Come Visit and Chippenham discover Wiltshire’s hidden treasure History, heritage, arts and crafts, great places to eat and drink and lots of independent shops – plus Poldark was www.corsham.gov.uk/visit filmed here too. Just 8 miles from Bath on the A4, 4 miles from the M4 (J17), or 3 miles from Chippenham Station. IMAGE CREDIT: MAMMOTH MEDIA Arts Heritage Shopping Theatre www.chippenham.gov.uk Discover 1,000 years of history Find yourself in romantic ruins and deserted villages as you uncover the fascinating art, architecture and stories of Wiltshire’s historic churches. For walks, visits and opening details: visitchurches.org.uk/wilts
Cricklade Map Ref B3 Cricklade Town Council, 113 High Street, Cricklade, SN6 6AE T: 01793 751394 E: admin@crickladetowncouncil.gov.uk ‘The First Town on the Thames’. An ancient Saxon town on the edge of the Cotswolds, with over 100 listed buildings, an important site from the time of Alfred the Great. From 979 to 1100 the town had its own mint and a few coins can be seen in the Cricklade Museum. Cricklade, granted a charter in 1155, has a Manorial Court with a High Bailiff, a Town Crier and other historical posts. For people who enjoy nature, North Meadow is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, and in April the rare Snakehead Fritillaries can be seen. Blakehill Farm (originally a Second World War airfield) is now a nature reserve managed by Wiltshire Wildlife Trust, and of course the famous Thames Path meanders through the town. The annual festival is held in June and a Christmas Lights event in December. A range of facilities on the historic High Street offer interest and a welcome to visitors. www.crickladetowncouncil.gov.uk Marlborough Map Ref C4 The Merchant’s House Map Ref C4 132 High Street, Marlborough, SN8 1HN T: 01672 511491 E: admin@merchantshousetrust.co.uk The house of Thomas Bayly, a prosperous silk merchant, was rebuilt following the great fire of Marlborough in 1653. A fine timber and brick building was constructed, its interior panelled, with nationally acclaimed, unique wall paintings and a commanding oak staircase. Continuing conservation makes this a special visitor attraction. Admission: A £7.50 Under 16s £1 Open: Apr-Oct – please see website for details. www.themerchantshouse.co.uk TIC at Marlborough Town Council, 5 High Street, Marlborough SN8 1AA Old Wardour Castle Map Ref F2 T: 01672 512487 E: enquiries@marlborough-tc.gov.uk Near Tisbury, SP3 6RR T: 01747 870487 Historic, vibrant Marlborough with its wide High Street is bursting with E: oldwardour.castle@english-heritage.org.uk character. Close to Avebury and Savernake Forest in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it was listed in the top ten This unusual, 14th century hexagonal shopping districts in 2017 for a great mix of independent and national castle was built for luxury living and lavish shops, twice-weekly street market as well as a host of cafés, pubs entertainment and today provides a and restaurants. picturesque lakeside setting for picnics. An audio tour brings to life its long history Annual events include a literature festival, summer school, art trails, mop and dramatic involvement in the Civil War. fairs, remembrance parade, music events, Christmas lights and more. Shop, eat, explore and enjoy our river and parks… a warm Marlborough welcome awaits you! Admission: Please call or visit our website for details - English Heritage Marlborough - town and country combined. Members FREE Find us on Twitter: @MTCwilts and Facebook: @MarlboroughTC Open: Please call or visit our website for details. www.marlborough-tc.gov.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk/oldwardour
GoSkydive Map Ref F4 Old Sarum Airfield, Salisbury, SP4 6DZ T: 01722 568244 > Crop Circle, Martinsell Hill E: info@goskydive.com Skydiving over Salisbury Plain is the experience of a lifetime and one Crofton Beam Engines Map Ref D4 you will never forget. Imagine an experience that puts your senses into overdrive. One that has your heart racing, the adrenaline pumping. Crofton Beam Engines, Crofton, And that leaves you so ecstatic you want to scream out loud. A tandem Marlborough, SN8 3DW T: 01672 870300 skydive is the ultimate adrenaline rush. When you jump out of a E: crofton@katrust.org.uk plane at 10-15,000 feet, you’re putting your trust in a total stranger. Literally throwing yourself into the unknown. Freefalling at 125mph Magnificent 200-year-old working is an experience like nothing on earth. Beyond exhilarating, it defies steam-operated beam engines still description. The only way to understand it is to do it. capable of performing their original job. Amazing industrial archaeology in GoSkydive is a specialist tandem skydiving centre, fully regulated by an unspoiled, rural setting overlooking and affiliated with the British Parachute Association. We specialise in the K&A Canal. Free access to café, customer focussed tandem skydiving days and over 40,000 people grounds and shop, except during have jumped with us. Skydiving from an altitude of 10,000ft gives you Steam Gala in September. The beam approximately 25-30 seconds of freefall time. For a pulse-racing 60 engines are in steam on selected seconds of freefall choose the 15,000ft skydive – it’s the UK’s highest! weekends during the summer. Prices: Prices vary - please call for details. Group discounts available. Admission/Open: Please see website Open: All year round for details. www.croftonbeamengines.org www.goskydive.com
Great Chalfield Manor and Garden Map Ref D2 Iford Manor Gardens Map Ref D2 Near Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8NH Iford Manor Estate, Iford, Bradford on T: 01225 782239 Avon, BA15 2BA T: 01225 863146 E: greatchalfieldmanor@nationaltrust.org.uk E: info@ifordmanor.co.uk Great Chalfield Manor and Garden is a Romantic, award-winning, Grade I charming fifteenth century manor house listed gardens; tucked away at the with a beautiful Arts and Crafts garden. bottom of a tranquil valley, steep and With its romantic terraces, colourful narrow paths twist and turn around borders and spring-fed fishpond, the ancient statues, columns, terraces garden is perfect for a gentle stroll. and architecture. Steeped in history, a visit to these timeless, 2.5 acre Admission: Manor and Garden: A £10 Italianate gardens is often described Ch £5 F £25 (2+3). Garden only: A £6.20 as ‘stepping into another world’. Ch £3.10 F £15.50 (2+3). NT members/under 5s FREE. Open: April - October – please see Admission/Open: Please visit website for details. www.ifordmanor.co.uk for information. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/great-chalfield-manor www.ifordmanor.co.uk Il Gusto Mediterranean Restaurant Map Ref C2 The Kennet & Avon Canal Trust Map Ref D3 21 Pickwick Road, Corsham, SN13 9BQ Canal Centre, Couch Lane, Devizes, T: 01249 716383 SN10 1EB T: 01380 721279 E: info@ilgustocorsham.co.uk E: office.manager@katrust.org.uk We are a family-run restaurant Canal boat trips available from Bradford bringing the traditional flavour of the on Avon, Devizes, Hungerford and Mediterranean to your local town. Our Newbury. For details please see the team of experienced chefs can cook website or telephone. Refreshments anything to order, and with an extensive are available on board our boats or menu serving classic Mediterranean from our wharf-side café and tearooms. dishes you can experience the love, The Canal Museum holds a collection food, and magic from this amazing part of artefacts exploring the history of the of the world. canal from construction, through near demise to its restoration. Open: Mon-Fri 12noon-3pm, 5.30-10.30pm; Admission/Open: Please see website Sat 12noon-11pm; Sun 12noon-9pm or telephone for information. www.ilgustocorsham.co.uk www.katrust.org.uk Follow in the footsteps of Add some colour to inventors and film stars your weekend this Lacock Abbey, village & Fox Talbot Museum autumn There atofGibside are 800 years history at the UK's birthplace of photography; furnished rooms, a beautiful cloister, wooded grounds and a quintessential English village. Lacock is instantly Go crunching through recognisable fallenand from film leaves TVand discover a forest productions such as teemingPotter, Harry with wildlife and autumn Downton Abbey,colours, Wolfwith walking Hall, Cranford, routes for all ages and abilities. The Hollow Crown and Pride and Prejudice. Call 01249 730459 for details nationaltrust.org.uk/gibside or visit nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock When you When you visit, visit, donate, donate, volunteer volunteer or or join join the the National National Trust, Trust,your your support helps us helps support to look usafter special to look afterplaces specialinplaces the South West in for ever, for everyone. © National Trust 2016. The National Trust is an © National Trust 2016. The National Trust is an independent independent registered charity, number 205846. registered charity, number 205846. Photography © National Trust Photography © National Trust Images\Arnhel de Images. Serra. #nationaltrust #nationaltrust
Marlborough Map Ref C4 The Merchant’s House Map Ref C4 132 High Street, Marlborough, SN8 1HN T: 01672 511491 E: admin@merchantshousetrust.co.uk The house of Thomas Bayly, a prosperous silk merchant, was rebuilt following the great fire of Marlborough in 1653. A fine timber and brick building was constructed, its interior panelled, with nationally acclaimed, unique wall paintings and a commanding oak staircase. Continuing conservation makes this a special visitor attraction. Admission: A £7.50 Under 16s £1 Open: Apr-Oct – please see website for details. www.themerchantshouse.co.uk TIC at Marlborough Town Council, 5 High Street, Marlborough SN8 1AA Old Wardour Castle Map Ref F2 T: 01672 512487 E: enquiries@marlborough-tc.gov.uk Near Tisbury, SP3 6RR T: 01747 870487 Historic, vibrant Marlborough with its wide High Street is bursting with E: oldwardour.castle@english-heritage.org.uk character. Close to Avebury and Savernake Forest in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it was listed in the top ten This unusual, 14th century hexagonal shopping districts in 2017 for a great mix of independent and national castle was built for luxury living and lavish shops, twice-weekly street market as well as a host of cafés, pubs entertainment and today provides a and restaurants. picturesque lakeside setting for picnics. An audio tour brings to life its long history Annual events include a literature festival, summer school, art trails, mop and dramatic involvement in the Civil War. fairs, remembrance parade, music events, Christmas lights and more. Shop, eat, explore and enjoy our river and parks… a warm Marlborough welcome awaits you! Admission: Please call or visit our website for details - English Heritage Marlborough - town and country combined. Members FREE Find us on Twitter: @MTCwilts and Facebook: @MarlboroughTC Open: Please call or visit our website for details. www.marlborough-tc.gov.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk/oldwardour Red Lion Freehouse Wiltshire’s only Michelin-starred country pub with rooms, 20 minutes from Stonehenge & Avebury K GUES EC Red Lion Freehouse T B TROUT HOU &TROUTBECK GUEST HOUSE SE AT E US T O H H E R E ED RE LION F East Chisenbury • Pewsey • Wilts • SN96AQ • 01980671124 www.redlionfreehouse.com
Sleight Valley Golf Driving Range Map Ref D3 www.rememuseum.org.uk The Driving Range, Sleight Road, Devizes, SN10 3HW T: 01380 729053 E: sleightvalleygolf@gmail.com Sleight Valley Golf Driving Range and Café is a family-run facility located on the outskirts of Devizes in Wiltshire. We offer a friendly atmosphere and a warm welcome to families, groups and individuals. Our driving range has 12 floodlit bays, with a 300-yard outfield where players can practice in any kind of weather. Open to all, from first time players to experienced golfers of any age or ability. Choice of conventional or automated tees, with high quality mats and full flight balls. PGA professionals available for tuition to golf enthusiasts from beginners to advanced players. Our Homefield Café provides a wonderful range of home-cooked food, A modern military museum providing a wonderful cakes and drinks served in a beautiful setting with wide open spaces and interactive visitor experience for all ages. There are 7 lovely views. Come over for afternoon tea, lunch or our famous Fat Pig breakfast. A great location for early business breakfast meetings too! galleries to explore plus the excellent Crowns Café For full details please telephone or visit our website. We take pride in for refreshments. providing an enhanced customer experience and look forward to meeting Group bookings and coaches welcome you shortly. Prices: £4.50 for 50 balls Open: Daily throughout the year – please see website for details. T: 01249894869 E: enquiries@rememuseum.org.uk www.sleightvalleygolf.co.uk Stourhead Map Ref E1 The Estate Office, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QD T: 01747 841152 E: stourhead@nationaltrust.org.uk A living work of art - that’s how a magazine described Stourhead when it first opened in the 1740s and we still try to keep the art of Stourhead alive today. Whether you are looking for garden treasures, art and history, family fun or a walk and coffee with friends - Stourhead is bursting with ways for you to enjoy yourself. Admission/Open: Please telephone or see website for details. National Trust Members FREE. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stourhead Wilton Windmill (Near Marlborough) Map Ref D5 Wilton, Near Marlborough, SN8 3SW T: 01672 870594 E: enquiry@wiltonwindmill.co.uk Built in 1821 and set high in the North Wessex Downs, Wilton Windmill is the only working windmill in the Wessex region. Picnic area and site accessible all year round. Guided tours, refreshments and stone ground flour available during opening times. Certainly well worth a visit. Come and see us. Admission: A £5, S £3, Ch FREE Open: From Easter to end Sep, Sun and Bank Hol Mon 2pm-5pm www.wiltonwindmill.co.uk www.facebook.com/WiltonWindmill
Warminster Map Ref E2 CookerySchool PUBLIC COURSES CORPORATE & BESPOKE PROFESSIONAL AWARDS Discover Warminster at Warminster Community Hub, Central Car Park, Off Station Road, Warminster, BA12 9BT T: 01985 218548 E: discover@warminstercommunityhub.co.uk This busy, friendly market town was first settled in Saxon times. It has many fine Georgian buildings and a wide variety of independent shops, with numerous cafés, restaurants and historic inns. Market day is Friday. There are excellent road, rail and bus links, and ample car parking. In the heart of town, Lake Pleasure Grounds provide tennis courts, a boating lake, children’s playground and skateboard park. Smallbrook Meadows Nature Reserve next to it is a lovely mosaic of water meadows between the Were and Wylye rivers. A short stroll from the town centre leads to the 30-mile circular walk around Salisbury Plain’s Live Firing Range. Longleat, Center Parcs, Stourhead, Bath and Salisbury are all within easy reach. The surrounding villages and countryside provide numerous opportunities for peaceful walking, cycling and riding in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. www.warminstercommunityhub.co.uk Wiltshire Outdoor Learning Team Map Ref Various Discover Wiltshire’s Story T: 07789 940971 E: info@wolt.org.uk The Wiltshire Outdoor Learning Team are the outdoor adventure experts, running activities for children, adults, groups, schools, corporate teams and stag / hen parties. We run the following activities in the Wiltshire area: archery, canoeing and Tarzan Trail (high ropes) for adults and children aged 7 and above at the Brokerswood Holiday Park – BA13 4EH. • Gold from the time of Stonehenge Stand-up paddle boarding and kayaking sessions / tours for adults and children aged 9 and above. Sessions run in Chippenham, Bradford on Avon • Story of Devizes and Salisbury. • Lots for all the family to see and do Wiltshire Zombie Apocalypse team event – for participants aged 15 and over. Based in Roundwood near Trowbridge. Open throughout the year www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk Other activities include climbing, mountain-biking, battle-zone archery, team development days, mobile climbing wall, zip-wires, axe throwing and 41 Long Street, Devizes, SN10 1NS abseiling. 01380 727369 Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society Please see our website for more information, including prices. Registered Charity No. 1080096 www.wolt.org.uk
Places To Visit and Things To Do All attractions featured within this publication are members of the Wiltshire Association of Visitor Attractions. AROUND WILTSHIRE Map Ref Stourhead E1 A World of Fun with Dick and Jane D2 Studley Grange Butterfly World & Craft Village B4 A’Beckett’s Vineyard D3 Swindon B4 Abbey House Gardens B2 Swindon & Cricklade Railway B4 Aerosaurus Balloons Various Swindon Museum & Art Gallery B4 Amesbury E4 Tidworth D4 Amesbury History Centre E4 Tisbury F3 Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum C3 Treasure Trails Various Avebury C4 Trowbridge D2 Bowood C3 Trowbridge Museum D2 Bradford on Avon D2 Vaughan’s Cookery School D3 Calne C3 Vintage Classics C2 Calne Heritage Centre C3 Visit Hillbrush F2 Canal & River Trust D3 Wadworth Brewery Visitor Centre D3 Castle Combe C2 Warminster E2 Castle Combe Circuit C2 Westbury D2 Chippenham C2 Wilton F3 Chippenham Museum C2 Wilton House F3 Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm & Bluestone Vineyards E4 Wilton Windmill, near Marlborough D5 Churches Conservation Trust Various Wiltshire Museum D3 Cornerways Cottage F2 Wiltshire Outdoor Learning Team Various Corsham C2 Wiltshire’s White Horses Various Cotswold Water Park A3/B3 IN AND AROUND SALISBURY Map Ref Cricklade B3 Arundells F4 Crofton Beam Engines D4 Boscombe Down Aviation Collection F4 Crop Circle Exhibition and Information Centre D4 The Cathedral Hotel F4 Devizes D3 Executive Connection F4 Forest Falconry F4 Fisherton Mill | Gallery | Café | Studios F4 Great Chalfield Manor D2 GoSkydive F4 Highworth B4 Grasmere House F4 Iford Manor Gardens D2 Legacy Rose & Crown Hotel F4 Il Gusto Mediterranean Restaurant C2 Mompesson House F4 Kennet & Avon Canal Trust, Bradford on Avon D2 Old Sarum F4 Kennet & Avon Canal Trust, Devizes D3 Rifles Berkshire & Wiltshire Museum F4 Lacock C2 River Bourne Community Farm F4 Lacock Abbey, Village & Fox Talbot Museum C2 Salisbury F4 Lady Margaret Hungerford Almshouses & C2 Salisbury Cathedral & Magna Carta F4 Schoolroom Salisbury City Guides F4 Langford Lakes, Wiltshire Wildlife Trust E3 The Salisbury Museum F4 Larmer Tree F2 Salisbury Racecourse F4 Longleat E2
Larmer Tree F2 The Salisbury Museum F4 Longleat E2 Salisbury Racecourse F4 Lower Moor Farm, Wiltshire Wildlife Trust B3 Salisbury Reds F4 Ludgershall D5 Salisbury, Stonehenge and Sarum Tours F4 Lydiard House & Park B4 St Thomas’s Church F4 Malmesbury B2 The Stonehenge Tour F4 Marlborough C4 ON THE WILTSHIRE BORDERS Map Ref McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Swindon B4 American Museum in Britain C1 Melksham C2 Army Flying Museum E5 The Merchant’s House C4 Bombay Sapphire Distillery D5 Museum of Computing B4 Chavenage House B2 Old Wardour Castle F2 Cheddar Gorge Off D1 Pewsey D4 Cotswold Wildlife Park Off A4 Ramsbury Brewing & Distilling Company C4 Fashion Museum C1 Red Lion Freehouse D4 Hawk Conservancy Trust E5 REME Museum B3 Haynes International Motor Museum Off F1 Roves Farm B4 Holburne Museum C1 Royal Wootton Bassett Town Hall Museum B3 Kelmscott Manor A4 Salisbury Plain Safaris E3 Monkey World Off G2 Sleight Valley Golf Driving Range D3 Roman Baths C1 St Peter’s Church, Marlborough C4 Royal Signals Museum Off G2 STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway B4 Victoria Art Gallery C1 Stonehenge E4 Westonbirt, The National Arboretum B2 Stonehenge Campsite & Glamping Pods E3 Front Cover Photo: Salisbury Cathedral across the water- Disabled Access meadows (© Charlie Ross) Wiltshire’s countryside, towns and villages are here for all to enjoy, including disabled visitors Additional Photography: Adrian Harris, Anna Stowe, Charlie Ross, Chris Lock, Crown Copyright, Denis Photos, and those with specific access needs. For Emma Kirkup, English Heritage, Gill Aspel, Iain Laing, Jake detailed information on things to do, places to Turner, Jody Gaisford 123cpc.co.uk, Lucy Pringle, National stay and ways to plan your visit to Wiltshire go Trust, Neville Stanikk, Paul Chambers, Rajesh Poopparayil, to visitwiltshire.co.uk/disabledaccess Salisbury Journal, Stu Meech, VisitBritain. Getting Here is Easy This guide has been produced by VisitWiltshire. No part of the publication may be reproduced in any form without Whether you are travelling by car, coach, train, written permission from VisitWiltshire. air or sea, Wiltshire is easily accessible – go to © VisitWiltshire 2019 visitwiltshire.co.uk/plan-your-visit for details. Printed on paper from well-managed Pricing Abbreviations F: Family sources. When you have finished with A: Adult I: Infant this map, please recycle it or pass Ch: Child J: Junior it on. Conc: Concession S: Senior D: Disabled St: Student This guide is also available to download from our website: visitwiltshire.co.uk/download and can be made available in other formats upon request. Details of businesses included within this guide are based on information supplied by them at the time of going to press. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, VisitWiltshire can accept no liability for any errors or omissions. > High Street, Salisbury Editor: Jenny Butler
INFORMATION CENTRES For information before you travel, take a look at visitwiltshire.co.uk For local information, please contact one of the Information Centres listed below. Amesbury Community & Visitor Centre Marlborough Town Council 2 Flower Court, Amesbury, SP4 7JE 5 High Street, Marlborough, SN8 1AA % 01980 622525 % 01672 512487 ) enquiries@marlborough-tc.gov.uk Bradford on Avon Visitor Centre Westbury Gardens, 50 St Margaret’s Street, Melksham Tourist Information Centre Bradford on Avon, BA15 1DE Church Street, Melksham, SN12 6LS % 01225 865797 % 01225 707424 ) tourism@bradfordonavontowncouncil.gov.uk ) info@visit-melksham.com Calne Visitor and Community Salisbury Information Centre Information Centre Fish Row, Salisbury, SP1 1EJ Bank House, The Strand, Calne, SN11 0EN % 01722 342860 % 01249 814000 ) info@salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk ) calne@calne.gov.uk Swindon Information Centre Chippenham Town Council Central Library, Regent Circus, Swindon, SN1 1QG High Street, Chippenham, SN15 3ER % 01793 466454 % 01249 446699 ) infocentre@swindon.gov.uk ) enquiries@chippenham.gov.uk Tisbury Information Centre Corsham Area Information Centre c/o Tisbury Parish Council, The Reading Room, Arnold House, 31 High Street, Corsham, High Street, Tisbury, SP3 6LD SN13 0EZ % 01747 260088 % 01249 714660 ) tisburypc@gmail.com ) info@visitcorshamarea.co.uk Trowbridge Information Centre Cricklade Visitor Information Point The Civic Centre, St Stephen’s Place, Trowbridge, Town Council Office, Ockwells, 113 High Street, BA14 8AH Cricklade, SN6 6AE % 01225 765072 (Option 3) % 01793 751394 ) info@trowbridge.gov.uk ) admin@crickladetowncouncil.gov.uk Warminster Community Hub Devizes Central Car Park, Off Station Road, Warminster, Visitor information is available at a number of BA12 9BT locations in the town, including the Kennet & Avon % 01985 218548 Canal Museum and Wiltshire Museum. Contact: ) enquiries@warminstercommunityhub.co.uk Devizes Tourism Partnership, c/o Wiltshire Museum, 41 Long Street, Devizes, SN10 1NS Westbury Heritage and Visitor Centre % 01380 800400 1 High Street, Westbury, BA13 3BN ) tourism@devizes.org.uk % 01373 825784 ) info@westburyheritagesociety.org.uk Malmesbury Tourist Information Centre Town Hall, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, SN16 9BZ % 01666 822143 ) tic@malmesbury.gov.uk
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