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Wiltshire has played a significant role in the history of this region. Wilton, near Salisbury, was once the "heade town of Wessex and Wileshire" and it is said that the county originally grew out of Wilton. The nearby village of Old Sarum has also played a significant role in the county's history, being popular with both the Saxons and the Normans. It was also the site of the original Cathedral in the southern part of Wiltshire, preceeding Salisbury Cathedral. The county has been host to a number of notable battles, including Alfred`s defeat of the Danes at Ethandune where despite tremendous odds and a seamingly impregnable hill-fort, he used all his guile and cunning to win a famous victory. The civil war battle of Roundway Hill near Devizes also figures prominantly in history. In more recent times, the county, especially Trowbridge in the west, was renowned the world over for its quality woollen products.Alas, all mills are now confined to memory and text, although Trowbridge now hosts a museum where details of this aspect of the county's past can be explored. Swindon, which means 'pig hill' to the north, was once the centre of Brunel's Great Western Railway and until quite modern times produced trains and rolling stock for British Railways. Sadly, this trade has also been lost but Swindon now boasts a number of hi-tech industries and the GWR name lives on, albeit in the form of an extremely popular commercial radio station |
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Travel the South West of England with the Great British
Heritage Pass - explore the stunning South Western regions
and England heritage properties of Bristol, Bath, Cornwall,
Devon, Cirencester, Wiltshire, Christchurch and more.Your tour of South West England begins at Lacock Abbey, a
13th century abbey converted into a house in 1540, with 18th
century Gothic alterations. It was also used for the filming
of various interior scenes at Hogwarts in the Harry Potter
films.Next head off to Bath to see the Roman Baths and Pump Room,
the extensive remains of Roman Baths and Temple Complex, and
amongst the finest Roman remains in Europe. Mystical
Stonehenge next awaits you, where for over 5,000 years these
enigmatic stones have engendered a sense of reverence in the
millions who have visited them. Continue heading southwest towards Stourhead, a
world-famous garden laid out from 1741-80, where its lakes,
temples and rare trees form a landscape of breathtaking
beauty throughout the year. Barrington Court Garden in
Somerset is a tudor manor house restored in the 1920s, with
a garden laid out in a series of �rooms.� Next head to South Devon and see Berry Pomeroy Castle, a
romantic late medieval castle located halfway up a wooded
hillside, which looks over a deep ravine and stream. Escape to Trebah Garden, a 26-acre early 19th century
ravine garden that falls to a private beach on the Helford
River. It is a paradise for artists, gardeners, and
families. Next head for St. Michael�s Mount, a medieval castle on a
tiny island linked to the mainland by a causeway, before
continuing to Tintagel Castle, the legendary birthplace of
King Arthur. The extensive ruins of this medieval castle
cling precariously to the edge of a cliff. Finish your tour of the South West of England with a trip
to Lundy Island, which has an historical pirate connection
and a puffin habitat.
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AMESBURY T.I.C. |
Redworth House, Flower Lane Amesbury,SP4 7HG |
Tel: +44 (0) 1980 622833 Fax: +44 (0)1980 625541 email: click here |
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AVEBURY T.I.C. |
Avebury Chapel Centre, Green Street, Avebury, SN8 1RE |
Tel: +44 (0) 1672 539425 Fax: +44 (0)1672 539296 |
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BRADFORD-ON-AVON T.I.C. |
34 Silver Street, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1JX |
Tel: +44 (0) 1225 865797 (1225 868722) Fax: +44 (0)1225 868722 |
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CHIPPENHAM T.I.C. |
The Citadel, Bath Road Chippenham,SN15 2AA |
Tel: +44 (0) 1249 706333 Tel: +44 (0) 1249 460776 email: click here |
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CORSHAM T.I.C. |
The Citadel, Bath Road Chippenham, SN15 2AA |
Tel: +44 (0) 1249 706333 Tel: +44 (0) 1249 460776 email: click here |
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DEVIZES T.I.C. |
Cromwell House, Market Place Devizes, SN10 1JG |
Tel: +44 (0) 1380 729408 Tel: +44 (0) 1380 730319 email: click here |
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MALMESBURY T.I.C. |
Town Hall, Market Lane Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9BZ |
Tel: +44 (0) 1666 823748 email: click here |
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MARLBOROUGH T.I.C. |
George Lane Car Park Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1EE |
Tel: +44 (0) 1672 513989 Fax: +44 (0)1672 513989 email: click here |
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MELKSHAM T.I.C. |
Church Street, Melksham Wiltshire, SN12 6LS |
Tel: +44 (0) 1225 707424 Fax: +44 (0)1225 707424 email: click here |
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MERE T.I.C. |
The Square, Mere Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 6JJ |
Tel: +44 (0) 1747 861211 Fax:+44 (0) 1747 861127 |
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SALISBURY T.I.C. |
Fish Row, Salisbury Wiltshire, SP1 1EJ |
Tel: +44 (0) 1722 334956 Fax: +44 (0) 1722 422059 |
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TROWBRIDGE T.I.C. |
St Stephen's Place Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8AH |
Tel: +44 (0) 1225 777054 Fax: +44 (0) 1225 777054 email: click here |
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WARMINSTER T.I.C. |
Central Car Park, Warminster Wiltshire, BA12 9BT |
Tel: +44 (0) 1985 218548 Fax: +44 (0)1985 846154 |
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WESSEX TOURIST BOARD |
Online Tourist Office |
Fax : +44(0) 845 862 1954 Click here to contact us |
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WESTBURY T.I.C. |
The Library, Edward Street Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3BD |
Tel: +44 (0) 1373 827158 Fax: +44 (0) 1373 827158 |
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I'm Cerdic. First King of Wessex Welcome to MY KINGDOM |
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Abbey House Gardens
An outstanding 5 acre garden in town centre with UK's
largest private collection of roses. Hugely varied
planting from spring bulbs, shrubs, herbaceous through
to fruit trees and herbs to autumn colour. onderfully
unique historical environment and setting, with river
walk, monastic fish ponds, fountains, topiary and
colour everywhere.
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The Abbey House Market Cross, Malmesbury, SN16 9AS Malmesbury lies 5 miles north of J17 M4 on the A429 between M4 and Cirencester. Abbey House Gardens' 5 acres is in town centre beside abbey.21 March to 21 October 11.00 - 18.00 daily. ABBEY HOUSE GARDENS CLICK |
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Alexander Keiller Museum
Founded by Keiller in the 1930s to house the finds from
his excavations on Windmill Hill, the Avenue and Avebury,
the Museum now forms the interpretive centre of the
archaeology of Avebury. Exciting displays illustrate the
world of the Neolithic in the Avebury area. The Museum
houses one of the most important prehistoric
archaeological collections in Britain.
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High Street, Avebury, Marlborough, SN8 1RF 1st April - 31st October, daily from 10am - 6pm; 1st November - 31st March, daily from 10am - 4pm. Closed 24th, 25th, 26th December and 1st January. : www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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King Alfred's Tower
A folly built in 1772.
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Alton Barnes White Horse
Alton Barnes White Horse was cut in 1812 at the
expense of the landower, Mr Robert Pile of Manor Farm,
and is considered the Arabian Stud of Wiltshire's
eight white horses. The original contractor fled with
an advance payment of �20 after drawing a sketch of
the horse. He was later found and hung for a long list
of crimes! The horse is said to be visible from old
Sarum Castle, Salisbury, 20 miles away.
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Arc Theatre Trowbridge
The Arc Theatre Trowbridge is a small-scale
professional theatre venue, located adjacent to
Wiltshire College in College Road Trowbridge. The
venue specialises in bringing professional dance
and newly devised theatre to Wiltshire. The
Theatre's programme also includes a range of
theatre events (both professional and amateur),
live music and children's events.The Theatre is
also home to Trowbridge Film Society
http://www.trowbridgefilm.org.uk
and home to professional touring company, Big
State Theatre Company.
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College Road, Trowbridge, BA14 0ES From Trowbridge town centre follow A361 towards Frome for approximately 1 mile. The Theatre is on the campus of Wiltshire College Trowbridge which is clearly signposted from the A361 and A363 ARC THEATRE CLICK |
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Army Parachute Association (APA)
Based at Netheravon Camp, Wiltshire, the APA
is primarily a military club but is open to
civilians. Anyone wanting to jump at
Netheravon must be a member of the
APA. You can join on arrival at the
drop-zone by completing a membership
form. Student Parachutists must
also join the British Parachute Association
(BPA) before they are trained or
undertake their first descent.
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Airfield Camp, Netheravon, SP4 9SF
A345 Marlborough towards AmesburyAt Netheravon pass the "Dog and Gun" (Pub on left).Take the next available left. Turn right at the triangular junction.Follow the road towards Airfield Camp.ARMY PARACHUTING CLICK |
Tel: 01980 678250 |
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Arn Hill Nature Reserve
Around a mile from the centre of Warminster and at 694
feet, Arn Hill is one of the many hills that form the
fringe of Salisbury Plain. The Reserve's Nature Trail is a
2 mile circular walk. The chalkland flora, which includes
orchids, attracts many insects and butterflies, while the
woods are a haven for several species of birds.
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Warminster, BA12 |
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Ashton Keynes Angling Club
An Angling Club providing quality coarse fishing on 8
lakes near to Ashton Keynes in the Cotswold Water
Park.Anglers holidaying in the area may join as
temporary members and have access to all the club's
waters. Day tickets are also available for some
waters.The Club offers excellent disables facilities
with close parking near to some swims. Access for
wheelchairs has also been a priority.
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Cirencester, GL7 6DF www.ashtonkeynesanglingclub.info |
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Athelstan Museum
The museum is within the Town Hall. The exhibits of local
history include coins minted in Malmesbury, costume,
lace-making display, an early fire engine, an early
tricycle, and collections of early drawings of the town by
Thomas Girtin, Thomas Hearne and Luke Sullivan. There is
also a collection of photographs of Malmesbury and the
branch railway.
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Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, SN16 9BZ Tuesday - Saturday: 1000 - 1400. www.northwilts.gov.uk |
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Atwell - Wilson Motor Museum
A collection of over 125 vintage and classic cars, motor
cycles and commercial vehicles from 1924 to the late
eighties. The majority of vehicles are in running order
and include Rolls Royce to Cadillacs, elegant little
Singer to Model 'T' Ford, Lord Tate of Tate & Lyle's
1936 Phaeton Buick and a 1952 Austin Sheerline, which
belonged to Mr Atwell Wilson's father from new.
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Downside, Stockley Lane, Calne, SN11 0NF Winter - Sunday to Thursday 11.00 - 16.00, Summer - Sunday to Thursday 11.00 - 17.00. ATWELL-WILSON MOTOR MUSEUM CLICK |
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AVEBURY
Avebury village was founded around the largest stone
circle in Europe. The two stone circles formed
the centre of one of the most impressive Neolithic
ceremonial landscapes in Britain.Avebury is visited by
thousands of visitors every year and has excellent
facilities for the visitor including a large car park,
restaurant, public house, Tourist Information Centre,
shops and a museum. The village is now largely
preserved by The National Trust and English
Heritage
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Avebury Chapel Centre, Green Street,
Avebury, SN8 1RE
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Avebury Manor and Garden
A much-altered house of monastic origin, the present
buildings date from the early 16th century, with
notable Queen Anne alterations and Edwardian
renovation by Colonel Jenner. The ancient walled
garden stands on the site of a former priory and is
divided by stone walls and topiary hedges.
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Avebury Stone Circles
Avebury, which is one of the largest and most
impressive of the ritual 'Henge Monuments' in
Britain, was built in the Late Neolithic period.
It consists of a massive, roughly circular
earthwork, enclosing an area of about 28 and a
half acres. Around the inner edge of the ditch
was, originally, a ring of 98 large upright
sarsens set at intervals of 36 feet. Within it
stood an upright monolith ('The Obelisk') and an
irregular line of 12 smaller stones.
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Barbury Castle Country Park
ot a castle of bricks & mortar, but an
Iron Age fort on the Ridgeway National Trail.
Several hundred people would have lived in
circles of huts at the fort around 400BC,
keeping cattle, pigs & chickens and
growing crops. Superb views of the Marlborough
Downs. Barbury is a great place for picnics,
walking, cycling, horse riding & kite
flying. Generations of Swindon children have
enjoyed rolling down the steep embankments-
but look out for the stones & thistles! A
camp site, cycle hire & refreshments are
all available from the Warden's bungalow. The
Park & Car Park are both free of
charge.
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Wroughton, Swindon, SN1 2JH website: www.swindon.gov.uk |
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Barton Farm Country Park This popular attraction is located in the wooded valley near the River Avon and the restored Kennet & Avon Canal. A haven for wildlife, it also offers the opportunity of combining several short and longer country walks. Barton Farm was a medieval farm and its magnificent 14th century tithe barn in Bradford on Avon is one of the largest in England.The tithe barn is open daily, free of charge. The granary and old cow byres of the farm have been restored as craft shops, galleries and tea rooms. |
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Barton Farm is a short walk from the centre of the historic
town of Bradford on Avon, on the southern edge of the Cotswold
Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Barton Farm Country
Park is well sign posted and is located off the B3109 on the
edge of the historic town of Bradford on Avon.
Grid reference:ST 823 603 (entrance) BARTON FARM COUNTRY PARK CLICK |
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Basset Down Golf Course & Driving Range
A privately owned, public golf course and 20 bay
driving range. This 9 hole, 2767 yard course is
less than a mile from Junction 16 of the M4 and
1.5 miles from the A4361. Open 7 days a week
throughout the year. Parkland Cafe open to the
public.
Set under the backdrop of the North Chalk Downs on the edge of Swindon this course is set in 100 acres of mature parkland. Many natural hazards including water features. The new driving range is north facing with a real turf surface. Loyalty card scheme available to save money on range. |
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Lower Salthrop, Basset Down, Swindon, SN4 9QW From M4 Junction 16 take Wroughton exit. Follow road past garden centre on right. Follow straight on to Salthrop for half mile. Entrance on right. email: info@bassetdowngolfcourse.com BASSETT DOWN GOLF COURSE CLICK |
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Battlesbury Hill
Impressive Iron Age hill fort strongly defended by
double ramparts and a ditch on its south west
side, with triple ramparts on the less steep west
side. The ramparts follow the kidney-shaped
contours of the hill and enclose nearly 25 acres.
Strip lynchets on eastern slopes. Archaeological
finds are held at Devizes Museum. Extensive views
over Salisbury Plain and Wylye Valley.
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Bedwyn Stone Museum
The Lloyd family have been carving stone in the yard
for more than 200 years and this fascinating
attraction shows the art of the stone mason
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Biss Meadows Country Park
It is well worth taking a walk alongside the
river to Biss Meadows Country Park (accessible
from the end of Tesco's car park) to see
various plants and wildlife.
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Blackland Lakes Holiday and Leisure Centre
A natural well equipped campsite. Rural, scenic and
secure. Ideal family holidays (children with bikes).
Covered barbeque available. 1 mile perimeter trail.
Super coarse fishing. Licensed shop. Takeaway food.
Excellent for walking, cycling, touring and
"offroading".
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Stockley Lane, Calne, SN11 0NQ From London leave motorway J13 onto A4. From South Wales and Bristol leave motorway J17 to A4. Site is signposted from A4 east of Calne. email: info@blacklandlakes.co.uk BLACKLAND LAKES CLICK |
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Bowood Golf And Country Club
Set in the heart of the beautiful Bowood Estate, Bowood
Golf and Country Club offers the perfect blend: stunning
location, superb service and affordable luxury .With the stunning championship golf course, splendid
banqueting facilities and a commitment to outstanding
service, Bowood is the region�s leading golf,
corporate and social venue.
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Derry Hill, Calne, SN11 9PQ email: golfclub@bowood.org BOWOOD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB CLICK |
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Bowood House and Gardens
Bowood, designed by Robert Adam in the eighteenth
century, is the magnificent family home of the Marquis and
Marchioness of Lansdowne. The interior contains a
remarkable collection of heirlooms and works of art. The
house overlooks terraced gardens and a 40-acre lake, part
of the beautiful 'Capability' Brown parkland. Other
splendours include the cascade, grotto, pinetum and
arboretum.
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Bowood Estate, Calne, SN11 0LZ Open daily 11.00am - 6.00pm, 1 April - 31st October Separate Rhododendron Walks open late April - mid-June depending upon flowering season. Directions: Off the A4 in Derry Hill village, midway between Calne and Chippenham. email: houseandgardens@bowood.org BOWOOD HOUSE CLICK |
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Bradford-on-Avon
Bradford on Avon (sometimes Bradford-on-Avon) is a
town in west Wiltshire, with a
population of about 9,326. The town's canal,
historic buildings, shops, pubs and restaurants make
it popular with tourists. The history of the
town can be traced back to Roman origins. It has
several buildings dating to the 17th century, when
the town grew due to the thriving English woollen
textile industry.Bradford on Avon is a bustling
market town which still serves the local farming
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Bradford-on-Avon Museum
The museum, which displays the natural and human heritage
of the town, is situated on the first floor of the town
library. Its main exhibit is an old pharmacy shop that has
been lovingly rebuilt after 120 years of service.
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Bratton Camp
Westbury White Horse is perhaps one of the most famous
landmarks in West Wiltshire. A perfect picnic spot, it has breathtaking views of the
Wiltshire and Somerset countryside. The present White
Horse was originally cut in 1778, however, legend suggests
that it rests on the site of an even older horse that
commemorated the defeat of the Danes by King Alfred at
Ethandun in AD878. Bratton Camp is what remains of massive
fortifications of a 2,000 year old Iron Age Hill fort. Its
steep ditches and banks surround an even older Neolithic
barrow or burial mound
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Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 B3098 - 2 miles east of Westbury Rail: Westbury station 3 miles. |
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Broadleas Gardens
Lady Anne Cowdray's beautiful valley garden which she
bought in 1946 and has been creating and developing ever
since the early sixties is an inspiration and a joy. The
inspiration comes from the knowledge that much which has
survived here might not have been expected to, and the joy
is of discovery. For here are secret garden, winter
garden, a woodland, a sunken rose garden and a silver
border packed with plants which are unusual or rarely
seen. Many are normally thought to be too tender for
central southern England and more at home in the far west.
There is a small nursery and amongst the plants for sale
are many from the garden stock.
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Broadleas Devizes SN10 5JQ Apr - Oct 2pm - 6pm: Suns, Weds, Thurs |
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Brokerswood Country Park
With its 80 acres of historic broadleaf woodland, the park offers marked trails and paths, a picnic area, adventure playgrounds, gift shop and tea room. The Woodland Heritage Museum contains a wealth of information for the discerning naturalist.Over a third of a mile long the Smokey Oak Railway is an ideal way for visitors, including those who are less able, to enjoy the scenery in the park |
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BA13 4EH Open Every Day
- Shop & Park
10.00am - 5.00pm
Last Admission One Hour Before Closing
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park@brokerswood.co.uk BROKERSWOOD COUNTRY PARK CLICK |
Tel 01373 822238
Fax 01373 858474 |
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Bush Farm Bison Centre
Bush Farm consists of 100
acres of grass fields and
30 acres of old oak woods.
Visitors take a circular
tour round the farm and
see herds of bison, wapiti
and red deer. There are
other animals and birds to
be seen around the
farmyard. There is a
gallery of North American
artefacts. Bison meat for
sale. Spacious picnic
areas in the woods or by
the lakes.
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Bush Farm, Warminster, BA12 6AE.
From the A303 turn south by the Willoughby Hedge Service
Station, and take the country lane sign-posted West Knoyle
and Bison Centre, proceed for 1 mile through the village of
West Knoyle and continue straight on. At the sharp left-hand
bend you will find straight ahead the avenue to Bush Farm
and the Bison Centre. From the A350 turn west onto the B
3089, proceed to the service station and continue as
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Bath, Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club
We offer gliding for beginners, vouchers for a trial
flight and one day courses. We are also a club for
those who wish to take up gliding.
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The Park Kingston Deverill, Warminster, BA12 7HF email: info@bwnd.co.uk BATH WILTS & NORTH DORSET GLIDING CLUB CLICK |
Tel: 01985 844095 |
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Bulford Kiwi Hill Figure
A large figure, in the shape of a Kiwi. (Faces right)
on the gentle slope of Beacon Hill just above Bulford
Camp. The kiwi was constructed to commemorate the now
gone Sling camp�s First World War New Zealand Troop
occupation (Feb-March 1919.) This was carried out by the
New Zealand Canterbury Battalion Engineers from a design
drawn by Percy Blenkarne. The kiwi was looked after by
the Kiwi polish Co for a while as an advert, it was
covered during WWII particularly important considering
its proximity to the military camp. The kiwi was
neglected and was nearly lost in the 70s and 80s but was
restored in 1986. There is a memorial plaque on the site
unveiled in 1986. The kiwi is now attended to
annually.
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Cadley Clays Tired of giving socks, ties, flowers or chocolates?Or is someone you know interested in shooting but not sure if they would like it? Have you ever thought about giving someone something different but did not know where to start? Well, here at Cadley Clays we think we may have the answer - Clay Target Shooting. We have put together a package all neatly tied up and prepared for you.The Cadley Experience includes tuition and safety instruction, hire of a gun, provision of safety equipment and the experience of shooting at 50 clay targets using the provided cartridges, all for �65. |
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CADLEY CLAY SHOOTING GROUNDS Park Farm, Cadley, Marlborough, Cadley Clay Shooting Grounds is part of Park Farm located just outside the village of Cadley on the edge of the Savernake Forest. 3 miles outside Marlborough . south of the M4 between junctions 14 (Hungerford) and 15 (Swindon) and North of the A303. CADLEY CLAYS CLICK |
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Caen Hill Locks
This flight of 16 locks may be the most
impressive anywhere on the UK's waterways. They
were engineered by John Rennie as a solution to
climbing the very steep hill into Devizes.
The locks were the last part of the 87 mile route
of the Kennet & Avon canal to be
completed.
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British Waterways West Quay, The Dock, Gloucester. www.waterscape.com |
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Cameron Baloons
Cameron fly throughout the year from the leisure
centre, offering the unique experience of Salisbury's
stunning scenery from the air. Rising gently near to the
magnificent cathedral spire, the historic city unfolds
below as you fly over such sights as Stonehenge or the
beautiful Wylye Valley.Flights include a champagne toast
and Certificate of Flight. Cameron Balloon Flights
Southern is licensed by the Civil Aviation Authority and
is proud to have been flying guests for over 10
years.
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Cameron Balloon Flights Southern St Francis Chambers 23 High Street, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5AF email: info@cameron-flights.co.uk CAMERON BALOON FLIGHTS CLICK |
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CASTLE COOMBE VILLAGE
Castle Combe has been called 'The Prettiest Village
in England' and with good reason. Visitors have been
coming to enjoy its charms for at least a century, and
the small street leading from the Market Cross down to
the By Brook is a picturesque today as is ever was
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more recent times the village has
played host to many filming
activities, the most famous of these
being �Doctor Doolittle� filmed in and
around the village in 1966. The
village is also a sanctuary to
wildlife as it is a conservation area
and enjoys the beauty of nature at its
very best.
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Castle Combe, Chippenham, SN14 7E The closest Motorway junctions are Junction 17 (Chippenham) and Junction 18 (Bath) on the M4. On leaving the Motorway the village and race circuit are signed. Please park in the visitors car park at the top of the hill. CASTLE COOMBE CLICK |
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Castle Coombe Circuit
Castle Combe Circuit has been contributing to the
world of motorsport in the UK for over 55 years,
over this period we have developed and expanded our
race circuit to meet the highest of standards.
Circuit activities here at Castle Combe Circuit
include Race Car Meetings, Motorcycle Race Meetings,
both Motorbike and Car Track Days, and Driving
Experiences, where you can feel the thrill of
driving our race cars around a race circuit.
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Castle Combe, Chippenham, SN14 7E The circuit is 5 miles west of Chippenham on the B4039 just half a mile from the village of Castle Combe. CASTLE COOMBE CIRCUIT CLICK |
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Castle Coombe Museum
The Village Museum is run by the villagers and
provides a fascinating insight in to the history of
this most historic village and its delightful
countryside surroundings. Although a small museum
there are many artifacts on display including old
photographs of people and places, archeological finds,
architectural features rescued from the village and
old maps. The museum is staffed by villagers who are
willing to answer any questions you may have.
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The village museum is open on Sundays and Bank Holidays
from Easter through to October from 2-5pm. The museum can be found halfway up the hill, between the public car-park at the top, and the old village at the bottom. email: abishop@northwilts.gov CASTLE COOMBE CLICK |
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Castle Coombe Skid
Castle Combe Skid Pan, Kart Track and 4x4 Centre has
been established since 1988 within the grounds of
Castle Combe Race Circuit. Our facilities are great
for individuals, hen & stag parties, small or
large groups of friends/work colleagues. We are also a
starting point for juniors that want to learn all
there is to know about karting.
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Drive Tech Ltd, Castle Combe Circuit, Chippenham,SN14 7EX Email: info@combe-events.co.uk CASTLE COOMBE SKID CLICK |
Tel: 01249 783010 |
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Chalk Stream Fishing
This is a select chalk stream renowned for its wild
brown trout and grayling. We offer a 0.75 mile
stretch, which is open to both day and season ticket
holders. The river is ideally suited to an 8.5 foot
rod (maximum river width 25 feet, minimum 15 feet).
Waist waders are advisable with river depths varying
between 18 inches and 3 feet. Average catches are
between 1 and 3 pounds.We have season tickets
available at �450.00 (15th April to 15th October) and
day tickets �45.00 on weekdays and weekends.
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Chalk Stream Fishing The River Avon Immediately Downstream from Upavon, SN9 6EN The River Upavon is located 10 miles south of Marlborough on the A345 to Salisbury or 8 miles east of Devizes on the A342 Andover Road. |
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Chippenham Museum
From Jurassic Chippenham to the Twentieth Century -
Chippenham's new museum tells the story of this
historic market town.Displays focus on Saxon
Chippenham, Alfred the Great, Brunel's railway, the
celebrated cheese market, Victorian living conditions
and Chippenham curiosities. Open Monday to Saturday,
10am - 4pm.
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10 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HF email: heritage@chippenham.gov.uk CHIPPENHAM MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel: 01249 705020 Fax: 01249 705025 |
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Chisbury Chapel
Thatched 13th century chapel, used as a farm
building.
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Chisbury, Marlborough, SN On classified road 0.25 mile east of Chisbury, off A4, 6 miles east of Marlborough. Rail: Bedwyn station 1 mile. CHISBURY CHAPEL CLICK |
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Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm Park
Twice winner of the Best Family Attraction in
Wiltshire award, this park is set in landscaped
gardens, water gardens and woodland. There are rare
and endangered breeds of British farm animals, and
Rabbit World has over 50 breeds on show. At weekends
and holidays, see the famous Pork Stakes pig race and
take a tractor & trailer ride. There are toddlers'
and adventure playgrounds, a nature trail and lots
undercover.
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Amesbury Road, Cholderton, Salisbury, SP4 0EW Daily:1 Apr-10 Sept 10am-6pm Last admission 4.30pm Rest of year 10am-4pm (last admission 3pm) Closed: Christmas Day and Boxing Day email: sales@rabbitworld.co.uk www.rabbitworld.com |
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Cley Hill
An Iron Age hill fort with two Bronze Age bowl
barrows situated on the highest point. At 800 feet
high, the climb can be daunting but is well worth it
for the views in all directions, particularly over
Warminster. Cley Hill was formely owned by the Marquis
of Bath, who donated it to the National Trust in the
1950's and is famous as a UFO sighting place.
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Coate Water
A wonderful country park whose centre piece is a
magnificent lake (originally built as a reservoir
for the Wilts & Berks canal) which is a haven
for wildlife. There's a children's play area, pitch
& putt mini golf, cafe, bird hides, nature
reserve and tree collection. During the summer a
children's paddling pool opens & a model railway
train wends it's way along the track The park
rangers offer educational talks, walks & many
other activities for children during the school
holidays. Open:- 7.30am to Dusk Daily
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Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6AA www.swindon.gov.uk |
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Corsham Court Corsham Court is one of England's finest stately homes. It was a royal manor in the days of Saxon Kings and the present building is based on an Elizabethan Manor dating to 1582. The magnificent Georgian State Rooms were added in 1760. It houses one of the oldest and most distinguished collections of Old Masters and furniture in the country. |
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Cotswold River Cruises May we welcome you to our river cruises & pleasure trips on the River Thames on the Wiltshire -Gloucestershire border. River Cruises depart from Riverside Inn Halfpenny Bridge Lechlade-on-Thames -gateway to the Cotswolds. Adventuress is a canal style wide-beam passenger boat with step and lift access. We offer a number of different cruises for private charter including outings, parties, hen nights, buffets and other functions We also have scheduled public trips at certain times |
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11 Hunt Street Swindon, SN1 3HW Email: enquiries@rivercruises.co.uk COTSWOLD RIVER CRUISES CLICK |
Tel: 01793 574499 |
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Cotswold Water Park
Britain's largest water park - 133 lakes with
opportunities for water sports (including canoeing,
jetski, waterski), angling, camping and caravanning,
walking and cycling (including Thames Trail). Keynes
Country Park contains the new millennium visitor
centre, wood sculpture trail, lakeside walks, bike and
boat hire. Open:- 9am-9pm Daily (The beach is open
from 1pm-5pm depending on the weather).
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Shorncote, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 6DF email: info@waterpark.org COTSWOLD WATER PARK CLICK |
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Cotswold Wildlife Park
Set in over 160 acres of beautiful gardens &
parkland in the peaceful Cotswold
countryside.Rhinos, zebras, camels & ostriches
all roam in large paddocks, while the walled
gardens are filled by penguins, tropical birds,
meerkats, monkeys & otters.Many endangered
species are cared for at the park including the
shy red pandas, the ambling giant tortoises,
asiatic lions & amur leopards.The Cotswold
Wildlife Park can even be visited when the weather
is bad thanks to the sites tropical house, reptile
house, insect house & fruit bat centre.The
park provides an adventure playground, narrow
gauge railway, childrens shop, brass rubbing
facilities & a childrens farmyard.
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Cotswold Wildlife Park Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4JW Open:- March-September 10am-5.30pm daily, October 10am-5pm Daily, November-February 10am-4pm Daily COTSWOLD WILDLIFE PARK CLICK |
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Cricklade Hotel & Country Club A Very Warm Welcome awaits you in this beautiful & dignified house, which is perched on a hill on the edge of the Cotswolds with stunning views across the terraces and greens over The Vale of Cricklade towards the Wiltshire Downs. Here you will find not only good food & wines, but the Ultimate in Rest & Relaxation. The Hotel could not be better placed for excursions to Cirencester & The Cotswolds to the North, or the heartland of Wiltshire to the South. |
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Crofton Beam EnginesThe 1812 Boulton and Watt beam engine, is the oldest beam engine in the world still in its original building and still doing its original job of pumping water to the summit level of the Kennet and Avon Canal. There is also a c1845 Harvey of Hayle beam engine. Both engines restored and working on dates advertised. Hand-stoked, coal-fired, Lancashire boiler which provides steam for both engines. Amazing industrial archaeology in a beautiful rural setting. |
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Crofton Pumping Station,Crofton, Marlborough, SN8 3DW
Crofton Pumping Station is 6 miles (10km) South East of
Marlborough, and 6 miles (10km) South West of Hungerford.
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Crop Circles
Each summer, the Wiltshire countryside is host to a
strange phenomenon. Swirls of flattened corn, or 'crop
circles', litter the landscape like fingerprints. The
county of Wiltshire is one of the most active areas
for crop circles in the world, particularly around the
historical stones of Avebury and Silbury Hill. In this
ancient landscape, the grassy whorls take over the
fields of rape, barley and wheat like massive
installation art. Crop circles are geometric circles
impressed in crops and other types of vegetation and
sometimes in sand, gravel, earth, ice and snow. In
Wiltshire, widely recognised as the centre of crop
activity in the world, they are usually found in
fields of standing corn. Of the 175 recorded in
England in 2000, 70 were found within a 15 mile radius
of Avebury. In 2001, there were 184 crop formations
recorded worldwide, of which 102 were in the
UK.
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A massive complex of swirls appeared at the top of Milk
Hill near Alton Barnes, Wiltshire. It could not be seen from
any public road and was discovered by the pilot of a
micro-light aircraft on August 13, 2001. The geometrical pattern is regarded as the piece de resistance of the 2001 crop circle season. The pictogram measured more than 800 feet across and covered about five hectares. |
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Cumberwell Park Golf Club
Now established as one of the best courses in the South
West, Cumberwell Park offers the perfect but rare
combination of a golfing challenge, which at the same time
doesn�t discourage the new comer. The Club boasts 27 holes
with an undercover driving range, teaching bays, swing
analyser and custom fit centre. Cumberwell Park is an
excellent venue for winter golf with an ongoing drainage
program to combat poor weather. Corporate and society
groups welcome.
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Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2PQ Email:enquiries@cumberwellpark.com CUMBERWELL GOLF CLUB CLICK |
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Cunetio Stables
Cunetio Stables was started in the old Roman
village of Mildenhall, near Marlborough.
Cunetio (pronounced cue-netio) was the Roman name
for the village. In October 2005 we moved to
Rockley, just outside Marlborough, to take over
Marlborough Downs Riding School. Our
excellent facilities include 16 loose boxes, an
indoor
and outdoor school and a jumping paddock.
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Devil's Den, Marlborough
The "Den" is all that remains of a
Neolithic chambered tomb. Originally
the stones would have been covered
with a long mound of earth in a
similar manner to nearby West Kennet
Long Barrow. Thousands of years of
weathering and ploughing have left
behind just a few of the megaliths to
give testimony to the structure that
once stood here. The chamber
which was partially collapsed was
re-erected in 1921.Grid Reference:
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The remains of this tomb can be found about 3 miles to the
ESE of Avebury, near Fyfield. Fyfield is around half way
between Avebury and Marlborough on the A4. A narrow lane
leads north from the village towards Fyfield Down and the
monument. DEVILS DEN CLICK |
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DEVIZES
Situated in the heart of the Wiltshire
countryside, Devizes is an historic market
town with a colourful medieval past. The
town enjoys a rich heritage of fine Georgian
houses and a 19th century castle built on the
site of a Norman stronghold. The Kennet
and Avon canal passes through the town and the
famous flight of 29 locks are easily
accessible on foot. Devizes has retained
its individuality, and whilst it may not
have McDonalds or Marks and Spencer it more
than makes for it with its unique character
and specialist shops.
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DEVIZES T.I.C. Cromwell House, Market Place Devizes, SN10 1JG Outdoor Market on Thursdays in the Market Place, Indoor Market on Thursday, Friday & Saturday in The Shambles, Antiques Market on Tuesday in The Shambles Farmers Market on first Saturday of every month email: click here |
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Devizes Leisure Centre
Whatever your age, whatever your level of fitness, you�ll
find plenty to do at Devizes Leisure Centre, and we
haven�t forgotten about your little ones either, our
established OFSTED approved cr�che, means you can
exercise, safe in the knowledge that your youngsters are
being well looked after and having fun as well! Getting
fitter not only makes you look better, but can increase
energy levels and also improve your outlook on life!
Swimming, squash and a fully equipped fitness suite are
just some of the facilities on offer at Devizes. Devizes
Leisure Centre has something for everyone and is the ideal
all
round facility for local residents.
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Devizes Leisure Centre Southbroom Road Devizes SN10 5AB Monday, Wednesday,Thurdayday 7a.m -10pm. Tuesday, Friday 7am -10.30pm Saturday 8am-7pm Sunday 11am-8.30pm DEVIZES LEISURE CENTRE CLICK |
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Devizes White Horse
Devizes has a new white horse, cut for the
millennium, but it once had another which is no
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The Millennium horse is best viewed from the A361 Swindon
road, a mile north of Devizes.
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Drews Pond Wood LNR
A beautiful area of woodland owned By Kennet
District Council. A group of volunteers have
worked to improve access, carry out essential
conservation work and return the wood to
traditional management. A loose circuit of paths
have been blended into the woodland and opened to
the public to enjoy and learn about the area.
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Environment & Amenity Services Kennet District Council http://www.kennet.gov.uk/ |
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Edington Priory
Situated in the village of Edington near
Westbury, this church was built between 1352
and 1361 by William of Edington, the Bishop of
Winchester. Its battlements give it the
appearance of a fortified mansion, it also has
fine plaster ceilings and interesting
monuments. The St. William of York Window in
the north section of the church was
constructed around 1352. An annual Music
Festival occurs every August, when people from
all over the world descend upon the small
village of Edington.
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Farmer Giles Homestead
If you love the countryside and want to
introduce your children to farm animals, you
will enjoy a visit to Farmer Giles Farmstead.
Set in attractive Wiltshire downland, you can
bottle feed baby lambs and goats, cuddle and
groom donkeys, enjoy pony rides and tractor
rides or just stroll around and see the other
animals -including some very interesting rare
breeds and the recent addition of alpacas. The
Wildlife Care Centre is also located at the
farmstead and recent patients have included a
young roe deer, a red squirrel and a barn owl.
There is a Pets' Corner and an adventure
playground with tractors. Enjoy exhibition
areas, gift shop and licensed restaurant with
home cooked food. Farmer Giles is a venue for
all weathers with both indoor and outdoor play
and picnic areas.
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Teffont, Salisbury, SP3 5QY Just off the A303 London to Exeter road at Teffont - 12 miles west of Stonehenge. Follow the brown tourist signs to Farmer Giles. 18 Mar-5 Nov 10am-6pm and ALL school holidays. Weekends only during winter term time. email: TDeane6995@aol.com FARMER GILES HOMESTEAD CLICK |
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Fyfield Down Nature Reserve & Piggledene
Fyfield Down National Nature Reserve
(NNR) has a combination of
geo-morphological, biological and
archaeological features which are unique
and quite unrivalled in Great
Britain. Situated on a high
plateau of chalk grassland dissected by a
system of dry valleys, Fyfield Down
displays the best collection of sarsen
stones in Britain. The site is
internationally important for its
archaeological interest and is part of a
World Heritage Site. Grid Reference:
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Fisherton Mill
Built in 1880 as a grain mill, Fisherton Mill
is the South of England's largest independent
gallery and a haven for discerning shopaholics
and foodies alike. Set over two floors and a
hayloft, The Mill retains many original
features. The Gallery exhibits work by many
leading artists, furniture makers and sculptors
as well as an ever changing array of jewellery,
ceramics, glasswork and decorative items. The
Gallery Cafe offers an atmospheric setting in
which to enjoy the great selection of homemade
cakes. Lunch is light and modern using fresh
produce prepared to order with healthy choices
for children. There is courtyard seating for
fine days.
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108 Fisherton Street, Salisbury, SP2 7QY We are situated in Salisbury, mid-way between the Market Place and Railway Station along Fisherton Street - look out for our signs under the archway. Tues-Fri 10am-5pm Sat 9.30am-5.30pm email: thegallery@fishertonmill.co.uk FISHERTON MILL CLICK |
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Foxhangers Canal Holidays
Foxhangers Canal Holidays is operated from a small
farm/marina along-side the canal. From here you can choose
to navigate the famous Caen Hill fight and travel East
towards Newbury, or head West where you can easily travel
to Bath or even reach Bristol and back in a week
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Foxhangers Canal Holidays Lower Foxhangers Farm Nr Rowde Devizes SN10 1SS email: boatingholidays@foxhangers.co.uk FOXHANGERS CLICK |
Tel: 01380 828795 |
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Great Chalfield Manor
Charming 15th-century manor house and garden.
Encircled by a moat and defensive wall. Ornate
Oriel windows, a gatehouse and great hall.
Colourful garden designed by Alfred Parson
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nr Melksham, SN12 8NH 3ml SW of Melksham off B3107 via Broughton Gifford Common (sign for Atworth, take care in narrow lane). Coaches must approach from N (via Broughton Gifford); lanes from S too narrow GREAT CHALFIELD MANOR CLICK A National Trust Property |
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GS Aviation
Based at Clench Common Airfield, about 3
miles south of Marlborough, G.S. Aviation is
centrally located on the Wiltshire Downs,
north of the Vale of Pewsey and Kennet &
Avon canal. The airfield offers the best
of the southern English countryside
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Clench Common Airfield Marlborough |
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Hackpen Horse
The Hackpen Horse was cut to commemorate the
Coronation of Queen Victoria in 1838. Although
little is known about the origins of the horse it is
believed to have been cut by Henry Eatwell, Parish
clerk of Broad Hinton and the local publican.The
horse measures 90ft by 90ft.
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Iis best viewed from the A361 between Avebury and Swindon at
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Hayball Cycles
Welcome to Salisbury's new and
pre-owned cycle centre situated
in the heart of Salisbury, close
to the Market Square. There are
cycles, tricycles and tandems to
hire or buy and a very secure
customer bike park on site. We
stock an extensive range of BMX,
Mountain, Hybrid, sports and
touring bikes and also electric
powered cycles and tricycles. We
also have a quick emergency
repair service, a regular
service or a complete cycle
refurbishment. So, if you are a
visitor wanting to hire a bike
and see Stonehenge or if you
want to buy your own bike,
Hayball's will offer you a
friendly and helpful
service.
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The Black Horse Chequer, 26-30 Winchester Street, Salisbury, SP1 1HG Opening Times Monday - Saturday 9am-5.30pm Email : enquiries@hayball.co.uk HAYBALL CLICK |
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Heale Gardens
Heale House (not open to the public)
and its eight acres of beautiful gardens
lie to the north of Salisbury. The
garden provides a varied collection of
plants, shrubs, musk and other roses,
growing in the formal setting of clipped
hedges and mellow stonework, which are
at their best in June and July.
Particularly lovely, especially in
Spring and Autumn, is the water garden,
planted with magnolia and acers,
surrounding the Japanese Tea House and
Nikko Bridge. In January, great drifts
of snow drops and aconites bring early
colour and the promise of spring.
Unusual plants, including many of those
growing in the garden, can be bought in
the Plant Centre, together with gifts
for all ages, with particular emphasis
on the gardening enthusiast.
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Middle Woodford, Salisbury, SP4 6NT Plant Centre open daily all year 10am-5pm. Heale Gardens open Tues-Sun all year. Closed Mondays but open Bank Holiday Mondays. |
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Honeybrook Farm
Honeybrook provides a warm and wonderful experience of
our natural heritage. This beautiful park offers
river-meadow walks and trails, grazing animals, growing
crops and wildlife. The restored farmhouse, dating from
18th & 19th centuries, presents a living experience
of a bygone age, with traditional meals and fresh farm
foods to enjoy and take home. Pure breeds, stabling,
blacksmithing, exhibitions, wagons, milking and
processing, demonstrations and workshops. Heavy horses,
large and small animals and children's fun activities...
a right rollicking day out!!
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Stanbridge, nr Wimborne, BH21 4JD North of Wimborne on B3078 Cranborne Road Email : info@honeybrook.org HONEYBROOK FARM CLICK |
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Kennet and Avon Canal
One of the country's most beautiful waterways
spanning the Kennet District from Seend in the
west to Froxfield in the east. The towpath is
a public footpath. In June the Pewsey water
carnival brings the wharf to life and in July
the Canalfest takes place at The Wharf in
Devizes.The canal tow paths are accessible
between Reading and Bristol.
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British Waterways West Quay, The Dock, Gloucester. www.waterscape.com |
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Kennet & Avon Canal Museum, Devizes Located at Devizes Wharf with plenty of parking, this is a must for everyone with an interest in the waterway. The museum tells the story of the waterway from 1794 to the present day. The shop has books, videos, maps, souvenirs, and canal information. Mail order available. |
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Kenavon Venture, Devizes
90 minute trips from Devizes Wharf on Sunday
afternoons, commencing at 14.00, from Easter to
October, Wednesday and Saturday afternoons during
July & August and on Bank Holidays.
Comfortable seating, Central heating, toilet,
licensed bar, tea, coffee, snacks and full meals
(by arrangement).
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Lackham
Historic thatched barn and granaries house, an
intriguing range of displays depicting Wiltshire
agriculture and rural life; attractive walled
garden featuring Victorian wartime kitchen gardens
and Lackham's famous citrons (giant lemons).
Formal gardens including a sensory garden, a
children's maze and Rupert the Bear's house. Plant
Sales. Animal park with a variety of domestic and
exotic livestock ranging from Donkeys to Alpacas.
Woodland walk following a self-guided trail
through a beautiful variety of trees.
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Wiltshire College, Lackham Lacock, Chippenham,SN15 2NY A350 3 miles south of Chippenham and 1 mile from lacock.Easter - August: Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays. Also Tuesday-Thursday throughout August. 10.00 am - 5.00 pm (Last admission 4 pm) www.wiltscoll.ac.uk |
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Lacock Abbey
Founded in 1232 and converted into a country house c.
1540, the fine medieval cloisters, sacristy, chapter house
and monastic rooms of the Abbey have survived. The 16th
century stable courtyard has half timbered gables, a
clockhouse, brewery and bakehouse. The Victorian woodland
garden boasts a fine display of spring flowers,
magnificent trees, an 18th century summer house, Victorian
rose garden, botanic garden and ha-ha. The Museum of
Photography commemorates the achievements of a former
resident of the Abbey, William Fox Talbot (1800 - 77),
inventor of the modern photographic negative and whose
descendants gave the Abbey and village to the Trust in
1944. The village, which dates from the 13th century and
has many limewashed half-timbered and stone houses,
featured in the TV and film productions of Pride and
Prejudice, Moll Flanders, and Emma. Lacock Abbey Cloisters saw the
return of Harry Potter�
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Larmertree Gardens
Discover the secret gardens of Wiltshire which were
skilfully created by General PittRivers in 1880 then
restored over the last 10 years. An open air theatre,
Roman temple, Nepalese carved buildings and water features
cover the land.
The gardens are inhabited by ornamental pheasants and peacocks. Shown are regular concerts, fairs and musical entertainments during the high season. Stable block and courtyard with plant sales and gift shop. Croquet, play area and picnic areas. |
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Tollard Royal, Salisbury, SP5 5PT On the B3081 off A354 Salisbury to Blandford road larmer.tree@rushmore-estate.co.uk LARMER TREE GARDENS CLICK |
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Liddington Hill & Castle
Liddington Castle is a late Bronze Age and early Iron Age
hill fort .
It is sited on a commanding high point close to the Ridgeway and covers an area of 3ha. Liddington Castle was one of the earliest hill forts in Britain, with first occupation dating to the seventh century BC. The earthworks consist of a relatively simple oval bank of timber and earth fronted by a ditch, with opposing causewayed entrances on the east and west sides. The western entrance was later blocked off and the eastern one may have been lined with sarsen stones. A palisade Finds of pottery suggest Liddington Castle was abandoned during the fifth century BC, with perhaps some later re-occupation during the Excavation within the hill fort revealed a large pit 1.5m in diameter and at least 2.4m deep. The bottom of the feature was not reached and it was interpreted by the archaeologists who dug it as a ritual shaft. Roman period. Liddington Castle is sometimes suggested as a possible site of Mount Badon and thus the location of the late fifth century AD Battle of Mount Badon in Arthurian myth. There is, however, no archaeological evidence to indicate activity during this later period. |
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Unlike the neighbouring castles of
Uffington
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Barbury, Liddington Castle is relatively unvisited in spite of
being a clearly visible landmark to the millions who pass
along the
M4 motorway
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Lock Inn
You'll find the cafe at the Lock Inn a pleasant reminder
of when we were a nation of corner shop keepers. Owned and
run by the same family since it was first opened in 1990
we are proud that we see many of the customers that first
came 10 years ago. We always do our best to make sure that
your visit to our cafe is an enjoyable experience that you
will wish to repeat.
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Discover many of the world's most majestic creatures
as they roam within the Safari Park. Marvel at the
treasures of Longleat House. Visit the longest
maze
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Ludgershall Castle
Norman castle of which extensive earthworks
and a complex but very ruined series of
buildings exists. Village cross is in main
street.
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Lydiard House
Lydiard House, the delightful yet little-known
ancestral home of the Viscounts Bollingbroke, lies
in beautiful 18th Century parkland within easy reach
of Junction 16 of the M4. Rescued from ruin by
Swindon Corporation in 1943, the Palladian house has
been lovingly restored and welcomes visitors
throughout the year.As one of Wiltshire's smaller
stately homes, the house benefits from a
highly-intimate atmosphere.The elegant ground floor
apartments where ornate plasterwork and original
family furnishings are preserved alongside portraits
and photographs of the St. John family who lived in
Lydiard House from as far back as Elizabethan times.
Striking character figures of the family and of
their servants bring the house to life and their
story is told through audio commentaries and
displays.
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Lydiard Park Lydiard Tregoze Swindon SN5 3PA |
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Lydiard Park
Lydiard Park is a delightful place to
explore at any time of year. Paths and
trails through the woods and by the lake
offer glimpses of the many animals and
birds which make Lydiard their home.
Rolling lawns and shady trees provide a
wonderful picnicking area in summer, and
in early spring the woodlands are carpeted
in snowdrops. A Visitor Centre houses
countryside displays and a caf�. Exciting
adventure playgrounds for toddlers and
older children including an aerial
runway.
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MALMESBURY
Malmesbury is one of the oldest continously inhabited sites in Britain. The first Christian community was established in the mid-7th century, and the Abbey dates from about 1180. Malmesbury has its own Town Council which conducts its business from the Town Hall. The district authority is North Wiltshire District Council which comes under Wiltshire County Council.Malmesbury has been twinned with the German town of Nieb�ll for more than 20 years. Early in 2000, a partnership was created withGien from the Loire region of France. |
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MALMESBURY T.I.C. Town Hall, Market Lane Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9BZ email: click here |
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Malmesbury Abbey
The Abbey with its Norman arch of the
South Porch entrance, Stained glass in the
nave by William Morris & Co, the
designs by Sir E. Burne-Jones and the tomb
of the Saxon King Althelstan, first king
of all England. Also a window showing
Elmer the flying Monk. Among the tombs
outside, look for the grave of Hannah
Twynnoy, killed by a tiger!
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The Abbey is open daily between 10:00am and 4:00pm,
as well as for
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Malmesbury House
Malmesbury House, the family
residence of Mr and Mrs John
Cordle, is located next to St Ann
Gate and was originally a 13th
century canonry. Later enlarged,
it was leased in 1660 to the
Harris family, whose descendants
became the Earls of Malmesbury.
Behind the Wren fa�ade (1698 -
1704) are rooms with magnificent
rococo plasterwork. Amongst the
many illustrious visitors to the
house were King Charles II, who
came to escape the plague in 1665,
and the composer Handel, who gave
recitals in the chapel above St
Ann Gate. Frances Webb, a direct
ancestor of Queen Elizabeth II,
lived in the house in the
1770s.
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PRIVATE HOUSE NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC The Close Salisbury SP1 2EB email: click here |
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Marlborough
Marlborough is situated in the
picturesque rural north-east of
Wiltshire. Much of its great natural
beauty is environmentally protected and it
offers the discerning visitor a unique
blend of modern attractions and
facilities. Marlborough has one of the
widest high streets in England and is
renown for its high quality and
extravagant shops. Originating from a
Roman settlement, the town is within easy
reach of the M4 motorway.
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MARLBOROUGH T.I.C. George Lane Car Park Marlborough,SN8 1EE Outdoor Market on Wednesday and Saturday in the High Street email: click here |
Tel: +44 (0) 1672 513989 Fax: +44 (0)1672 513989 |
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Marlborough Downs Mountain Boarding
Under the supervision of two world champions
from America, 2 Mountain boarding tracks have
been developed on the south facing chalk downs
between Pewsey and Devizes. One track is
encouraging for beginners and one is more
exciting, demanding and challenging for the
more advanced rider, all levels of ability are
catered for. Booking for tuition in advance is
essential.
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Bridge Farm,c/o Nutscale, Church Walk, Stanton St
Bernard, Marlborough email: mail@mdmb.co.uk MOUNTAIN BOARDING CLICK |
Tel: 01672 851648 |
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Marlborough Golf Club
Founded in 1888 and set
in the beautiful rolling
Marlborough Downs, the
course presents a real
challenge to the low
handicapper - the
Wiltshire Professional
Championship has been
held at Marlborough for
the last 12 years - at
the same time as
providing a fair test
for those with higher
handicaps. The back 9
are played on 114 year
old turf; indeed the
hole layouts are largely
unchanged .
The course
was extended to 18 holes
in 1970. The spectacular
club-house, offers
beautiful views from the
first floor bar and
restaurant over the 18th
green and the rolling
downs beyond. It�s an
ideal venue for special
occasions. Our
conference room is an
ideal venue for business
meetings or the
excellent lunches or
dinners, for which we
are renowned.
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The Common, Marlborough, Wilts SN8 1DU From the M4 junction 15 proceed south along the A346 for about 7 miles and you will see the entrance to the club on the right just before you enter Marlborough town. Click here to e-mail us MARLBOROUGH GOLF CLUB CLICK |
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Marlborough Leisure Centre, Barton Dene, Marlborough SN8 1PB |
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Medieval Hall
For group visits (and occasionally open to
individuals) the Medieval Hall is an important
13th century banqueting hall located within the
world famous Salisbury Cathedral Close. Visitors
will learn about the history and construction of
this stunning room and may also wath 'Discover
Salisbury' an absorbing, entertaining and
informative 30 minute film about Salisbury past
and present (soundtrack in English, French,
German, Italian, Spanish and Japanese). Ideal
for groups of up to 100 (allow 1.25 hours).
Refreshments/souvenirs available. All ages will
enjoy a fascinating and amusing experience,
leaving with an enlightened knowledge of our
great city.
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Melksham
The town of Melksham evolved at a ford across
the River Avon and was once part of a vast
royal forest that stretched as far as
Chippenham and was a favourite hunting ground
of Tudor Kings. In the 19th century, the town
boasted the discovery of Saline and Chalybeate
springs, and an attempt was made in 1815 to
develop the town as a spa that would rival
nearby Bath. This attempt failed, however you
can still trace some of the fine Regency
building in the town and, on the outskirts of
the town, it is possible to see examples of
the original fine houses built as part of the
spa development.
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MELKSHAM T.I.C Church Street, Melksham, SN12 6LS email: click here |
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Merchants House Most of us are familiar with homes of the aristocracy, this house affords us the opportunity to explore a 17th century house of the type a rich merchant would have lived in.Five rooms to explore Demonstrations of appropriate music, costume making and needlework Ongoing conservation to see what has been accomplished and what has to be done Library and Archives supporting the history of the 17th century and the history of Marlborough |
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132/133 HIGH STREET, MARLBOROUGH, SN8 1HN MERCHANTS HOUSE CLICK |
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Mere Museum
Displays of local history and items of general
interest which change at approximately 3-monthly
intervals. A pictorial map of Mere (of which small
copies are available), display panels on "Mere in the
20th century" and 2 showcases on the history of Mere
are permanent displays.
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Barton Lane, Church Street Mere, Warminster, BA12 6JA A303, 23 miles west of Salisbury, 7 miles east of Winca.Mondays - 10am - 7pm Tuesdays - Fridays 9am - 5pm Saturdays - 9am - 1pm email: curator@meremuseum.fsnet.co.uk MERE MUSEUM CLICK |
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Mompesson House
Mompesson House, 'The House in The Close' is a perfect
example of Queen Anne architecture and was built for
Charles Mompesson in 1701. It is noted for its elegant
and spacious interior, especially the magnificent
plasterwork and fine oak staircase. See the important
Turnbull collection of 18th century drinking glasses,
fine period furniture and charming walled garden with
its garden tea room. Mompesson House featured as Mrs
Jennings' London home in the award-winning film `Sense
and Sensibility`. Mompesson House is now owned by the
National Trust.
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Monkton Park Golf Club
Monkton Park Golf course has been
established in the centre of
Chippenham for 35 years and for the
last 30 has been run as a family
business by Mel and Barbie Dawson.The
golf course caters for the good golfer
as well as the hopeless beginner by
cleverly using different tees
depending on the golfer's ability.
Everything one needs to play golf is
available to rent or buy so just turn
up there is no need to book!
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Monkton Park, Chippenham, SN15 3PE Follow signs for Railway Station then follow signs to Golf Course. MONKTON PARK GOLF CLUB CLICK |
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Moulden Hill Angling
MOULDON HILL A/C is a Course Fishing
Angling Club being formed for the suitability
of all breeds of Anglers and Welcomes both new
and experienced Anglers to the sport. With
stages for children and wheel chair stability.
The Club is open throughout the whole year
with no close Season - for Memberships and Day
Tickets.
The Club Lake is approx- 4 1/2 acres in size and situated by Burghley Park, Swindon, Wiltshire (next to the River Ray). With Stockings of; Tench upto 4lb, Bream to 3lb, Crucian Carp to 3lb, Roach, Rudd, Skimmers and Perch to 2lb. n addition, there are also an abundance of River Fish: Chubb, Dace and Gudgeon. |
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North Wiltshire Golf Club
Arguably one of the most stunning golf courses in
Wiltshire, North Wilts offers a tough but fair test of
golfing skill, spectacular views of the Wiltshire
Downs and a very warm welcome to all who grace us with
their presence. Established in 1890, North Wilts Golf
Club is one of the oldest golf clubs in Wiltshire. It
is situated high on the downlands of the county, with
spectacular views over the surrounding countryside.
The chalk base allows for free draining and the 18
hole par 71 course offers a real test to golfers of
all standards.
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Bishops Cannings, Devizes, SN10 2LP. on the main road between Devizes and Calne email: secretary@northwiltsgolf.com NORTH WILTS GOLF CLUB CLICK |
Tel: 01380 860257 |
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Oasis Leisure
Lagoon Swimming Pool, -with 'new' pirate ship under 8s
play feature, 3 giant water slide ('Domebusters'),
Wavemachine, Watercannon and Hydroslide.
Gym - Multi-purpose sports hall (eight courts) - Fitness classes - Indoor Bowling Green - 4 Outdoor Astroturf pitches - Squash Courts - Cafe - Bar |
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North Star Avenue Swindon SN2 1EP OASIS CLICK |
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Old Sarum Castle
The massive Iron Age hillfort of Old Sarum (Old
Salisbury) was re-used by the Romans, Saxons and
Normans, before growing into one of the most
flourishing settlements in medieval England.
This fascinating and dramatic site contains the
ruins of a castle, cathedral and Bishop's
Palace. From the Iron Age ramparts there are
fine views of the surrounding countryside, an
ideal spot for a picnic. A guide book and
souvenirs are available from the on-site shop.
Look out for special events throughout the
summer.
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Old Sarum Castle, English Heritage, Castle Road, Salisbury, SP1 3SD 1-31 Mar 10am-4pm; 1 Apr-30 Jun 10am-5pm; 1 Jul-31 Aug 9am-6pm; Sept 10am-5pm; Oct 10am - 4pm; 1st Nov-28th Feb 2007 11am-3pm. Closed 24-26 Dec & 1 Jan. email: customers@ english-heritage.org.uk/visits OLD SARUM CASTLE CLICK |
Tel: 01722 335398 Fax: 01722 416037 |
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Old Sarum Flying Club
Old Sarum Flying Club is open 7 days a week, serving
delicious homemade food from our restaurant. A trial
lesson over the Wiltshire countryside makes an
unforgettable present that the whole family can enjoy,
and if you decide to learn to fly later on, then this
trip will count towards a full pilot's licence. In a two
or four seat light aircraft you will be shown the basics
of how to fly and you can actually take the controls
yourself if you wish. There are a variety of aircraft,
including microlights and also aerobatics, to choose
from. It's a fantastic experience you'll never forget!
Full wheelchair access and toilets.
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Hangar 3, Old Sarum Airfield, Salisbury, SP4 6DZ Airfield: 8.30am-8pm or sunset if earlier. Mon-Sun Restaurant & Licensed Bar: 9am-5pm Breakfast: 9am-11am Lunch: 12noon-3pm email: info@oldsarumflyingclub.co.uk OLD SARUM FLYING CLUB CLICK |
Tel: 01722 322525 Fax: 01722 323702 |
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Old Wardour Castle
The unusual hexagonal ruins of Old Wardour Castle
stand serenely in its lakeside setting, protected by
acres of wood. But this beguiling scene of tranquility
masks a bloodthirsty past - a terrible battle was
fought here in 1643 when Parliamentarian forces
besieged the castle for several weeks. By the time the
occupants surrendered, the damage to the castle was
extensive; an audio tour brings to life the castles
long history. Today, surrounded by landscaped gardens
which include an elaborate rockwork grotto, Old
Wardour is a picturesque location for picnics and a
relaxing day out.
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Old Wardour Castle, English Heritage, Nr. Tisbury, Salisbury, SP3 6RR 1 Apr-30 Jun 10am-5pm; 1 Jul-31 Aug 10am - 6pm; Sept 10am-5pm; Oct 10am-4pm; 1 Nov-31 Mar 2007 Sat & Sun 10am-4pm Closed 24, 25, & 26 Dec and 1 Jan email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk OLD WARDOUR CASTLE CLICK |
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Paintball
The game of paintball is fun, exciting and varied.
With plenty of experience behind us, we at Experience
Paintball! offer some of the best paintball you'll
find. Our carefully engineered menu of games is
designed for everyone to enjoy for maximum fun and an
experience long-remembered.
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We currently operate from two dedicated sites: Swindon and Warminster. Both sites are available throughout year. Both sites have netted safety areas and private off-road parking, players are normally met at the car park and escorted to the playing areas. Contact: 39 Queens Road, Devizes |
Tel: 01380 728982 |
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ParAvion Paragliding Centre
The Par Avion centre is situated in the lovely
Wiltshire countryside on the A4, just outside the
market town of Marlborough. One day taster courses
and gift vouchers are also available.
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Trevor McLoughlin Elm Tree Park, Manton Marlborough email: office@par-avion.co.uk PARAVION CLICK |
(Tel: 01672 861380 Fax: 01672 861580 |
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Peto Garden
Winner of the Historic Houses
Association/Christie's Garden of the Year Award,
this Grade I Italian-style garden is famous for its
tranquility and beauty and was the home of Edwardian
architect and landscape designer, Harold Peto from
1899-1933. Unique and romantic, the garden is
characterised by pools, terraces, sculpture,
evergreen planting and magnificent rural views. Due
to the steep hillside nature of the garden,
it is not a suitable visit for children under 10
years old.
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Iford Manor, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 2BA Open :Apr - Oct PETO GARDEN CLICK |
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Pewsey
Archaeological digs around the village indicate that
there has been a settlement here since the 6th century,
however it was the opening of the Kennet and Avon canal in
1810, and the railway in 1862 that transformed Pewsey into
a bustling community. A quaint village that retains
its charming character , Pewsey is a hotspot for crop
circle enthusiasts. The Pewsey vale is recognised a
an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is extremely
popular with the outdoor enthusiast
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Farmers Market second Thursday of each month in the
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Pewsey Downs NNR
Pewsey Downs National Nature Reserve
(NNR) lies on the southern edge of the
Marlborough Downs and is situated on a
steep south-facing scarp slope
overlooking the Vale of Pewsey. The
reserve includes three hills: Milk,
Walkers and Knap. Pewsey Downs is
located between Devizes and Pewsey.
Access to the site is via an
unclassified road between the A361 and
A345. Car parking available near
Knapp Hill.
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Tel: 01380 726344 |
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Pewsey Heritage Centre
A local history museum located in part of Whatley's old
Victorian foundry building and open since 1992. While
entry to the museum is free, it operates as a registered
charity and has a donations box inside the door. The
collection reflects many aspects of historical Pewsey
life; domestic, commercial, agricultural, social, and
industrial
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Pewsey Heritage Centre Open April to October |
Tel: 01672 564364 |
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Pewsey Vale Riding Centre
To give good quality instruction in a safe and
friendly atmosphere. To cater for any standard of
client, so enabling all abilities direct access to
this great sport and pastime, all of which is set
in the beautiful countryside of Wiltshire.
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Pewsey Vale Riding Centre Church Farm Stanton St. Bernard, Marlborough PEWSEY VALE RIDING CENTRE CLICK |
Tel: 01672 851400 |
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Pewsey Wharf
Pewsey Wharf on the canal is located just
outside Pewsey on the road to Oare. A
beautiful location with a shop, cafe, bar
area, narrow boats on the canal, a nature
reserve a short walk away and a pub across the
road.
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Pewsey Wharf Boat Club Email: info@pwbc.co.uk http://www.pwbc.co.uk/ |
Tel: +44 (0) 1793 812161 |
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Pound Hill Garden
A delightfully romantic 2 acre garden of secret
corners, stepping stones and meandering pathways.
Courtyard decorated with many containers, old
fashioned rose garden, ornamental vegetable garden,
striking herbaceous borders, woodland water garden and
many other features.
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Pound Hill House, Chippenham, SN14 7JG From M4 junction 18 take the A46 towards Bath. At the first roundabout take the A420 towards Chippenham. Open daily March to October including bank holiday Mondays, 2 - 5 pm email: info@poundhillplants.co.uk POUND HILL CLICK |
Tel: 01249 782822/01249 782781 Fax: 01249 782953 |
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Purton Museum
Village museum covering the history of Purton from
Neolithic and Roman times to the recent past. There is an
extensive collection of agricultural hand tools and dairy
equipment, maps and photographs. Also pottery from the
Roman kilns.
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1 High Street, Purton, Swindon, SN5 4AA Purton lies five miles to the west of Swindon email: curator@purtonmuseum.com PURTON MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel: 01793 770648 |
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Roves Farm
Roves Farm in Sevenhampton is a
400-acre working sheep, arable
and conservation farm and is set
in some beautiful countryside.
Explore the world's largest
willow maze: 2.5km of hedgerow
with its own Willenium
Dome!
Tractor and trailer rides, goat racing at weekends and school holidays, bouncy castle and ball pond, toddlers' play area, 7 nature walks, new 3D big bale tunnel maze, Granary Tea Rooms. |
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Sevenhampton, Nr Highworth, Swindon SN6 7QG Signed from A361 Open: every day during half term 14 - 22 February and then from 23 February - 31 October Wed-Sun during term time and daily throughout the school holidays and bank holidays 10.30am-5pm. email: jb@rovesfarm.freeserve.co.uk ROVES FARM CLICK |
Tel: 01793 763939 Fax: 01793 763939 |
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SALISBURY T.I.C. Fish Row, Salisbury , SP1 1EJ SALISBURY CLICK |
Tel: 01722 334956 Fax: 01722 422059 |
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Salisbury Cathedral.
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33 The Close
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Salisbury Racecourse
Salisbury Racecourse is one of England's oldest
racecourses, racing having taken place at the
picturesque downland course since the 16th century.
Salisbury stages a number of meetings during the summer
months when it successfully combines high quality racing
with a friendly and enjoyable day out. Accompanied
children are always welcome at Salisbury (where a free
creche facility is available at many meetings) and,
under the age of 16, are admitted free to all
meetings.
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Salisbury Race Plain, Netherhampton, Salisbury, SP2 8PN :SALISBURY RACECOURSE CLICK |
Tel: 01722 326461 Fax: 01722 412710 |
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Salisbury South Wilts Museum
Salisbury Museum is the home of the
award-winning, redesigned Stonehenge
Gallery, the Monkton Deverill gold torc, and
the now famous Warminster Jewel and the
famous `Amesbury Archer`. Displays include
Early Man, the Romans and Saxons, history of
Old Sarum and Salisbury (with the renowned
Giant and Hob Nob), the Pitt Rivers
collection, pottery, porcelain and Wedgwood
in beautiful 17th century rooms, a pre-NHS
surgery, costume, lace and embroidery. There
are pictures, including Turner watercolours,
throughout the museum. Special exhibitions
all year. Membership benefits available. A
friendly museum with wonderful collections
in a splendid Grade 1 Listed building. Now
designated as having archaeology collections
of national importance.
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Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum The King's House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN Open all year Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Sundays in Jul, Aug 2pm-5pm. Closed over Christmas Email : museum@ salisburymuseum.org.uk SALISBURY SOUTH WILTSHIRE MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel: 01722 332151 Fax: 01722 325611 |
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Science Museum
The Science Museum Wroughton is the large object
storage facility for the National Collections of the
Science Museum. The whole spectrum of collections of
scientific and technological interest are stored and
conserved here ranging from the Lockheed Constellation
airliner to early computers, from bicycles to the
Woods Press and MRI scanners to hovercrafts.
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NMSI Wroughton Red Barn Gate, Wroughton, SN4 9NS The Science Museum Wroughton is situated off the A4361 Devizes road, south of Swindon and the M4. From the motorway, exit at J15 or 16 and follow signs for Wroughton and look out for the brown Science Museum signs. SCIENCE MUSEUM WROUGHTON CLICK |
Tel: 01793 846200 |
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Shear Water
Surrounded by 38 acres of magnificent
woodland, Shearwater Lake is one of the finest
waterways in West Wiltshire. The lake, which
is part of the Longleat Estate was designed in
1791 by Francis Drake of Bridgwater. It is
known for its fishing and sailing. A 20
mile long cycle route through the Wylye valley
to Salisbury begins here. Contact West
Wiltshire District Council for
information.
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Warminster, BA12 SHEARWATER LAKE CLICK |
Tel: 01225 776655 |
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Sheldon Manor Gardens only open to the public. Sheldon Manor is Wiltshire's oldest inhabited manor house. The porch is 13th century and there is a 15th century chapel. Romantic, peaceful gardens with ancient yews, a mulberry tree and a profusion of old fashioned roses blooming late May, through June and July. The gardens are open Thursday and Sunday afternoons and Bank Holidays, from Easter - October. Afternoon tea, picnic lunches for groups by prior arrangement. The house, chapel and gardens are available for private events and celebrations. |
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Chippenham SN14 0RG 1.5 miles west of Chippenham, signposted from A420 and from A4 eastbound. M4 exit 17, 4 miles. Easter - October Gardens only open Thursday & Sunday afternoons and Bank Holidays. SHELDON MANOR CLICK |
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Silbury Hill
The largest man-made mound in ancient
Europe, Silbury Hill was constructed
c2800BC. Even after centuries of
research, archaeologists have still
not discovered the original purpose of
the Hill - it may have been intended
as a cenotaph, as a tribal marker or
even as a tomb.Silbury Hill can be
viewed well from the car park on the
A4. Please do not climb the Hill as
the site is protected as a Site of
Special Scientific Interest.
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Silbury Hill is situated to the north side of the A4
between Marlborough and Beckhampton in Wiltshire. A car park
is provided for viewing, but access to the hill is
prohibited. SILBURY HILL CLICK |
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Spire Balloons Champagne Hot Air Balloon flights over Wiltshire. Dawn and dusk flights seven days a week (subject to weather). Marvel at the beauty of the countryside from the stability and serenity of your platform in the sky. All the time in the world for videos, photos and all whilst sipping Champagne. A balloon flight makes a wonderful gift for any occasion or celebration, giving fantastic memories for many years to come. 12-month open dated gift vouchers available. |
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Aerosaurus Balloons LTD National Booking Office Southbrook House Southbrook, Whimple EXETER, Devon, EX5 2PG SPIRE BALOONS CLICK |
Tel 01404 823102 |
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Steam
This exciting new museum is in a
beautifully restored railway building in
the heart of the Swindon Works. Find out
why Swindon was famous for building the
world's greatest steam locomotives and
discover what life was like for the
railway workers. Children will love the
interactive displays, including the
simulated footplate ride on a steam
locomotive. You can walk underneath the
magnificent Caerphilly Castle locomotive
and climb aboard the footplate of the
famous King George V.There's even a workshop where you can watch
locomotives and carriages being repaired. The
museum stages regular special events and
exhibitions throughout the year, including special
children's events in the school holidays.
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Museum of the Great Western Railway Kemble Drive, Swindon, SN2 2TA STEAM CLICK |
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Stonehenge
Stonehenge. A place which has been surrounded in
mystery, debate, speculation and sometimes even
learning, for centuries. Beloved of the hippy
generation and the New Age Traveller, it has become a
symbol attached to many strange ideas, most of which
have nothing whatever to do with the true story of
this remarkable megalithic temple
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Stonehenge is situated at the junction of the A303 and the
A344, just west of Amesbury in Wiltshire. There is a large
car park and rather awful "visitor centre" on the north side
of the A344. STONEHENGE CLICK |
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Stonehenge Golf Centre
Situated 1/2 mile to the west of Durrington, the
Stonehenge Golf Centre has a 16 bay, floodlit golf
driving range and a 9 hole academy golf course in a
beautiful setting. In addition to pay and play, lessons
are available from the resident professional for all
levels of ability and skills can also be refined on the
putting green and in the practice bunkers. The shop
sells a range of clothing, equipment and light
refreshments. Clubs can be borrowed if required.
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Royal School of Artillery, Larkhill, Salisbury, SP4 8QT Mon-Fri 10am-9pm Sat 8am-6pm Sun 9am-6pm |
Tel: 01980 675296 Fax: 01980 675869 |
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Stourhead
A world-famous example of the English
landscape style, laid out between 1741
and 1780. Classical temples, including
the impressive Pantheon, are set around
the central lake at the end of a series
of vistas with mature woodland and
exotic trees. The garden is beautiful
all year, with early displays of
rhododendrons and amazing autumn colour.
The Palladian mansion has a magnificent
interior, with Regency library, an
extensive picture collection and
furniture by the younger
Chippendale
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The Estate Office, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QD Garden: All year daily, 9am-7pm or dusk if earlier. House: 18 March - 31 October 11.30am-4.30pm daily, or dusk if earlier (closed Wed and Thurs). Email : stourhead@nationaltrust.org.uk STOURHEAD CLICK |
Tel: 01747 841152 |
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Stourton House Flower Garden
Four and a half acres of varied and colourful
shrubs, camellias, rhododendrons and
magnolias, hedged borders, delphinium avenue,
rose walk, ponds, woodland glades and a secret
garden. Superb collections of daffodils and
hydrangeas.Colour and interest all year.
Plants and 'Stourton Dried Flowers' from the
garden for sale. Advice given. Lots of level
walking, very suitable for the elderly.
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Stourton House, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QF A303, B3092, 3 miles north west of Mere; park in Stourhead car park and follow blue signs. Private Garden open 11a.m. - 6 p.m. |
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Swindon There is something for everyone to enjoy in Swindon. The fascinating history of Brunel's railway has been brought to life at STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway and the refurbished buildings of the historic railway are also home to Europe's largest covered designer outlet centre (McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Great Western) and English Heritage (National Monuments Record Centre). As well as having its own appeal, Swindon is surrounded by some beautiful countryside. The Ridgeway (Europe's oldest road) and Lydiard Park are both easily accessible and should be included in any visit to Swindon. |
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Swindon Crickslade Railway
Step back into a bygone era and take
a ride on Wiltshire's only standard
gauge steam train at the Swindon &
Cricklade Railway. The railway has
been entirely reconstructed by
volunteers who, twenty years ago, took
over an empty trackbed. Today it is a
fully-functioning railway and has
recently opened a second station at
Hayes Knoll where visitors can view
the steam and diesel locomotive
collection. Visitors can also enjoy a
wide range of facilities at the
Heritage Railway Centre. The Swindon
& Cricklade Railway operates a
programme of special events throughout the year
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Blunsdon Station, Tadploe Lane Swindon, SN25 2DA The railway is situated approximately four miles north of Swindon town centre. It can be reached from the A419 northbound, turning left for Swindon Stadium and then bearing right and following signs for the railway. SWINDON & CRICKLADE RAILWAY CLICK |
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Swindon Museum and Art Gallery
Swindon Museum and Art Gallery has displays of local
history, archaeology and geology, and modern British
art.The museum displays tell the story of Swindon's
Jurassic past, its connections with the Roman Empire and
the more recent social history of this thriving town.
Unusual exhibits include: Items from the Roman villa
site at Groundwell Ridge in North Swindon, including
remains of wall plaster, tiles and a silver bowl. A rare
Roman wine strainer discovered in the Wanborough
area.Unique Roman lead casket and glass urn. A 4.5m (15ft)
Indian crocodile. An Egyptian mummy of a 12-year-old
boy
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Bath Road, Swindon SN1 4BA The museum is housed in a listed building, adjacent to the art gallery on the corner of Bath Road and Victoria Road in Swindon's Old Town. Monday- Saturday 10am-5pm |
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Swindon Town Football Club
In 1894 Swindon Town football Club,
founded by Rev. Williams Pitt, took
on professionals and became a
founder member of the Southern
League DivisionOne
Swindon Town moved into the Football League Div 3 (S)
in 1920
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County Ground Swindon SN1 2ED SWINDON TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB CLICK |
Tel: 0870 443 1969 |
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The Courts
Delightful English country garden. One of Wiltshire's
best-kept secrets .Full of mystery, variety and
colour
Peaceful water gardens planted with irises and lilies
Unusual topiary and garden ornaments
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Holt, nr Bradford-on-Avon, BA14 6RR THE COURTS GARDENS CLICK A National Trust Property |
Tel: 01225 782875 (opening hours) 01225 782340 (other times) |
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The Wardrobe Military Museum
The Wardrobe, with its many period
features, dates from 1254. It is known
as the Wardrobe having been used as a
clothing and document store by bishops
in the 14th century. The Wardrobe is now
the museum of the Royal Gloucestershire,
Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment, with
displays telling the absorbing story of
the Royal Berkshire Regiment, the
Wiltshire Regiment and the Duke of
Edinburgh's Royal Regiment. Visitors can
also stroll in the riverside garden
leading down to the River Avon with
views of the famous water meadows. The
Bernieres licensed restaurant, housed in
a restored 16th century coach house,
offers home cooked food.
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The Wardrobe Military Museum 58 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EX 7 Feb-1 Dec* 2006 10am-5pm Apr-Oct daily. Feb, Mar & Nov Tues-Sun. *NB: closed Dec from 2nd onwards WARDROBE MILITARY MUSEUM CLICK |
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Tidworth Leisure Centre
Whether you�re just starting out on your fitness
programme or want to train with performance in mind,
Tidworth Leisure Centre has the solution. Getting fitter
not only makes you look better, but can increase energy
levels as well as improve your outlook on life! Come and
train in our six lane 25 metre pool, have fun using the 50
metre flume and splash pool, or work out in our spacious,
fully equipped fitness suite and activity room. With a
library, caf� and full range of fitness classes also on site, we guarantee you�ll find
plenty to keep body and mind occupied.
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Tidworth Leisure Centre Nadder Road Tidworth SP9 7QN Open Monday-Friday 9am-9pm Saturday 8am-5pm Sunday 8am-9pm TIDWORTH LEISURE CENTRE CLICK |
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Tisbury Leisure Centre
Situated 15 miles by road to the west of
Salisbury, a short walk from the main line
station, or an enjoyable cycle ride along
minor roads, Tisbury and District Sports
Centre provides a warm welcome. The centre
offers a full range of all indoor sports,
fully equipped fitness suite, tennis
courts, soft play centre and lounge area
with viewing gallery over the hall. There
is a packed programme of activities for
all ages, 6 days a week, 50 weeks of the
year.
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Weaveland Road Tisbury SP3 6HJ email: Tisburysc@salisbury.gov.uk TISBURY LEISURE CENTRE CLICK |
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Tithe Barn
Bradford-on-Avon is the home to one of
the country's finest examples of a
medieval Tithe Barn. Built in the early
14th century, this gigantic barn was
constructed to store the taxes or "tithes"
paid by the local peasants. Produce would
be brought to the barn across the 14th
century packhorse bridge (still in
existence, picture below) which was built
especially for that purpose. In 1971, the
farmhouse, barn, bridge and farm was
purchased by the local council and became
Barton Farm Country Park.
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Barton Farm is a short walk from the centre of the historic
town of Bradford on Avon, on the southern edge of the
Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Barton Farm Country Park is well sign posted and is located
off the B3109 on the edge of the historic town of Bradford
on Avon.
Grid reference:ST 823 603 (entrance) |
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Trowbridge
Trowbridge, the county town of Wiltshire,
lies in the heart of the South West of England
approximately 10 miles from Bath. It is
considered the natural centre of the region's
five small industrial towns and, with a
population of 27,500, it is now the third
largest town in Wiltshire, after Salisbury and
Chippenham. As well as being the county town
of Wiltshire, Trowbridge is also the
administrative centre of both Wiltshire County
Council and West Wiltshire District Council.
The town's lengthy history is recorded in the
museum which tells the fascinating story of
Trowbridge's people and past. The woollen
industry played a crucial part in the town's
development and the museum is located in the
last woollen mill in Trowbridge, which closed
its doors as a mill in 1982.
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TROWBRIDGE T.I.C. St Stephen's Place Trowbridge, BA14 8AH email: click here |
Tel: 01225 777054 Fax: 01225 777054 |
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Trowbridge Museum
Located in what was the town's last woollen mill
and telling the fascinating story of its people and
past. The woollen industry played a key part in
Trowbridge's development and working textile looms
are on display in the museum. We even produce our
own cloth.Other displays include a reconstruction of
Trowbridge Castle and a Victorian School Room. There
are regular temporary exhibitions and events. A
history trail and mouse hunt for children.
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The Shires, Court Street, Trowbridge, BA14 8AT From the A363 (Bradford on Avon) and from the A361 (Devizes) follow signs to the Shires Shopping Centre. Open Tuesday - Friday 10am - 4pm and Saturdays 10am - 5pm. email: clare.lyall@trowbridge.gov.uk TROWBRIDGE MUSEUM CLICK |
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Upavon Golf Club
There have been golf holes laid out on the site at
Upavon since shortly before the First World War when
the area was used for recreation by the newly -
formed Royal Air Force. By the time the RAF vacated
the site in 1993, the layout of 10 greens and 18
tees were well established.The departure of the RAF
from the base at Upavon saw significant changes take
place. The club became an autonomous civilian
members club, and acquired some additional 40 acres
of land adjacent to the western boundary, enabling
the construction of additional holes. These were
brought into play in May 1997, forming an 18-hole,
par 71 layout of 6410 yards.
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Douglas Avenue, Upavon, SN9 6BQ Upavon Golf Club can be found on the A342 Devizes to Andover road, 1 mile south-east of Upavon village. email: play@upavongolfclub.co.uk UPAVON GOLF CLUB CLICK |
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Virgin Hot Air Balooning (Larmer Tree Gardens)
A hot air balloon ride from Larmer Tree Gardens will carry you
over magical gardens, colourful shrubs, striking displays of
colourful flowers, tranquil woods, sunken dells and peacocks!
They�re hard to miss with their stunning azure plumage and
graceful presence � the peacocks of Larmer Tree Gardens wander
regally around the seemingly enchanted grounds. Set amidst the
stunning Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of
Outstanding Natural Beauty, Larmer Tree Gardens have been
recognised by English Heritage as a Garden of National Importance.
Notably, they were also the first privately owned gardens opened
for the public to enjoy. On the Dorset and Wiltshire border,
Salisbury is set in rural England�s heartland. If the wind carries
you northwards you will look out of your balloon basket over the
cathedral city of Salisbury itself which is home to one of the
finest medieval cathedrals in Britain. With the tallest spire in
Britain you should be able to spot it towering above the pretty
streets of the city. Look to the east and you will have stunning
views over the New Forest National Park whilst westwards you might
find yourself drifting serenely over Shaftesbury or Sherborne; one
of the most beautiful towns in England with picturesque
almshouses, a superb abbey and an abundance of medieval buildings.
With the World Heritage site of Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral
and Longleat along with 13th century buildings, quaint tea rooms,
a host of art and culture venues and 8,200 paths and trails to
walk or cycle in Wiltshire, a hot air balloon ride over this
delightful area will keep you entertained both in the air and down
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Salisbury (Larmer Tree Gardens) launch site:- Larmer Tree Gardens Tollard Royal Salisbury SP5 5PT Larmer Tree Gardens is clearly marked by brown Tourist Information signs. VIRGIN HOT AIR BALOONING CLICK |
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Virgin Hot Air Balooning (Salisbury Racecourse)
Just 4 miles west of the cathedral city of Salisbury in Wiltshire
lies Salisbury Racecourse. There has been racing at this course
since the mid-16th century where many equine legends have seen
success. It was at Salisbury Racecourse in 1948 where the public
first saw Lester Piggott ride, now considered to be the best of
his generation and greatest English flat jockey with 4,493 wins
during his career. A hot air balloon ride over Salisbury
Racecourse promises a much more serene kind of ride than a
thunderous gallop around a racecourse however. Instead you can
expect to catch a glimpse of the tallest church spire in Britain
belonging to Salisbury Cathedral, one of the finest medieval
churches in Britain. Salisbury is situated in rural England�s
heartland on the Dorset and Wiltshire border. A hot air balloon
ride south eastwards will carry you over the New Forest National
Park. If you fly in spring look out for the wash of bluebells
covering the woodland floors and the New Forest cattle and ponies
grazing throughout the Forest in their various haunts. If the wind
carries you westwards you might find yourself drifting serenely
over Shaftesbury or Sherborne; one of the most beautiful towns in
England with picturesque almshouses, a superb abbey and an
abundance of medieval buildings. With the World Heritage site of
Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral and Longleat, along with 13th
century buildings, quaint tea rooms, a host of art and culture
venues and 8,200 paths and trails to walk or cycle in Wiltshire, a
hot air balloon ride over Salisbury will keep you entertained both
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Virgin Hot Air Balooning (Swindon)
Take to the skies from Lydiard Park for an unforgattable balloon
ride over Swindon.Enjoy floating up and away from this beautiful
historic parkland with the Palladian house and Georgian walled
garden disappearing below your Virgin hot air balloon. Swindon
will stretch away from you to the east and which ever way the wind
takes you, you'll enjoy views of the skyline.As you leave behind
the ancestral home of the Viscounts Bolingbroke, you will drift
out of Swindon over the patchwork Wiltshire countryside. Just
relax and enjoy the view.Visit the Lydiard House & Park
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Warminster
Dating from Saxon times, Warminster lies to
the south west of Salisbury Plain, beneath the
chalk downland with its abundant flora and
fauna, and at the head of the enchantingly
beautiful Wylye Valley with its attractive
villages and impressive landscape. The town
boasts many historic attractions as well as
nature trails, meadows and grassy marshlands.
All of these provide plenty of opportunities
for cycling and walking activities, as well as
water sports at the nearby Shearwater Lake.
Warminster has, for many years, had very close
links with the military and is still
considered an important military centre.
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WARMINSTER T.I.C. Central Car Park, Warminster , BA12 9BT |
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Waterland
Waterland is situated within the Cotswold
Lakes complex at lake 32. The area is managed
by the Cotswold Water Park Society and has
been transformed from old gravel workings to
an area of outstanding beauty. On the
navigation bar at the top of this page you
will find routes to Waterland from the M.4 and
the M.5.
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12 Clyde Cottages, Wroughton, Swindon SN4 9AE WATERLAND CLICK |
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Westbury
Westbury is situated at the western edge
of the chalk downlands that form Salisbury
Plain. The variety of the surrounding
countryside; from the Downs to the broad
vale of the White Horse, make it a delight
for both the walker and cyclist and the
area also provides the perfect location
for most airsports. Westbury is
exceptionally well positioned for all
major road and railway connections with
the mainline railway station offering
links to London, Wales and the whole of
the South West. The most famous landmark
of the area is the vastly impressive
Westbury White Horse which is both the
oldest and largest White Horse in
Wiltshire.
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WESTBURY T.I.C. The Library, Edward Street Westbury, BA13 3BD |
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West Kennet Long Barrow,Avebury
One of the largest Neolithic burial tombs
in Britain. The West Kennet Long Barrow
was constructed about 3700 BC, and was in
continual use for well over 1000 years.
Some 42 people were buried in the tomb,
which may have been used by a tribe or
family. The 5 sarsen stone chambers can be
visited at any time. Displays of finds can
be seen in the Wiltshire Archaeological
Society Museum in Devizes. Grid Reference:
SU104677 Avebury
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Directions: South of the A4 on a dirt trackway, the barrow
is visible form the road and Silbury Hill, which stands just
next to the A4. WEST KENNET LONGBARROW CLICK |
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Westonbirt Arbitorium
The arboretum is a wonderful world of trees and shrubs.
There are 18,000 of them from all over the world,
producing 600 acres of beautifully landscaped countryside.
This makes Westonbirt one of the finest tree collections
in the world today. However, it is the combination of wild
flowers, fungi, birds and animals as well as the trees
themselves that make Westonbirt such a special place to so
many people. This rich diversity of plant and animal life
makes Westonbirt a truly spectacular place to visit at
every season of the year
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Tetbury GL8 8QS Details about Westonbirt on the Forestry Commission website |
Tel: 01666 88022 |
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West Wilts Show The West Wilts Show is held biennially in July, and is the biggest free admission event of its kind in the local area, with over 70,000 visitors attending over the three days.Based in the heart of Trowbridge, Wiltshire's county town, the Show is a family-orientated event attracting thousands of potential customers and offering a wide range of opportunities for direct sales. The popularity of the event makes it an excellent showcase for local and regional businesses wanting to promote their products and services or raise their profile and show commitment to the community. |
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District Council, Bradley Road, Trowbridge, BA14 0RD E-mail: enquiries@westwiltshow.net WEST WILTS SHOW CLICK |
Tel 01225 770387 |
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Westwood Manor
15th-century This beautiful small manor house,
built over three centuries, has late Gothic and Jacobean
windows, decorative plasterwork and two important keyboard
instruments. There is some fine period furniture, 17th-
and 18th-century tapestries and a modern topiary
garden with attractive views over the Frome
Valley.
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Bradford-on-Avon, BA15 2AF 1�ml SW of Bradford-on-Avon, in Westwood village, beside the church; village signposted off Bradford-on-Avon to Rode road (B3109) WESTWOOD MANOR CLICK A National Trust Property |
Tel 01225 863374 Fax: 01225 867316 |
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Wilton Windmill
A 150-year-old mill, fully restored as a working
windmill. The shop located beside the mill offers
small gifts and stoneground flour.Wilton Windmill
is a local landmark and stands on a chalk ridge
550 feet above sea level. The Mill is floodlit
every night from dusk until 10pm.
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Wilton, Marlborough, SN8 The Mill is easily found from the M4 leaving Junction 14. Visitors should make for Burbage or Great Bedwyn. It is well signposted from each of these places. Open to the public from Easter until end of September on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from 2pm until 5pm. WILTON WINDMILL CLICK |
Tel: 01672 870266 |
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Wilton House
Wilton House, home to the 18th Earl of Pembroke,
provides a fascinating insight into British history.
Originally a 9th century nunnery but now set in 21
acres of landscape parkland, water and rose gardens
beside the River Nadder and Palladian Bridge. The
magnificent Inigo Jones Staterooms include the
famous Double Cube Room - the finest surviving 17th
century stateroom in England- which was designed to
display the family portraits by Van Dyck. This is
the greatest collection of paintings by the artist
still seen in its original setting. Within the Old
Riding School visitors can see a recreated Tudor
Kitchen, Victorian Laundry and award winning
introductory film covering over 460 years of history
narrated by Anna Massey. For younger visitors there
is an exciting adventure playground and quizzes in
the house and grounds.
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The Estate Office, Wilton, Wilton, Salisbury, SP2 OBJ 13 Apr- 30 Sep . 10.30am - 5.30pm (Last admission 4.30pm) (House only closed every Sat, except bank holidays weekends). Email : tourism@wiltonhouse.com WILTON HOUSE CLICK |
Tel: 01722 746729 Fax: 01722 744447 |
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Wilton Shopping Village
The Wilton Shopping Village offers you an unique
shopping experience - good value in an historic,
riverside setting. You'll find a wide range of factory
outlet shops all with discount prices. Leading brands in
fashion, textiles, glassware, china, golf equipment and
much, much more - not to mention the finest name in
carpets from The Wilton Carpet Factory Shop. In addition
to the restaurant, which is situated inside the
Edinburgh Woollen Mill shop, you can also enjoy the
exhibition and children's play area, or just relax and
watch the river wind its way by. With so much to see and
enjoy you can spend the whole day here without spending
a fortune.
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Minster Street, Wilton, Salisbury, Wilton, SP2 ORS WILTON SHOPPING VILLAGE CLICK |
Tel: 01722 741211 Fax: 01722 741323 |
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Wiltshire Heritage Museum
The Wiltshire Heritage Museum is
designated as one of the top museums in
the UK. It has excellent Bronze Age
collections, arguably the finest to be
seen outside London. Founded over
150 years ago, it has dedicated itself to
preserving the rich archaeological and
historical treasures and records of
Wiltshire, including the World Heritage
Site of Avebury & Stonehenge.
Free Entry on Monday!
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41 Long Street, Devizes, SN10 1NS The Museum is open 10am � 5pm, Monday to Saturday and noon � 4pm on Sundays. WILTSHIRE HERITAGE MUSEUM CLICK |
Tel: 01380 727369 Fax: 01380 722150 |
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Wiltshire Music Centre
The Wiltshire Music Centre's public concertprogramme
offers a variety of high quality events in a first class
300 seat auditorium with superb acoustics and sight-lines.
An exciting range of music is on offer, with a feast of
jazz, folk and world music jostling with world-class
choirs, operatic groups, chamber music and orchestras. The
Centre is available for hire and offers excellent
facilities for meetings, seminars, conferences, training
days, recording sessions and a host of other activities.
The Centre also runs a wide range of education and
outreach projects in schools and communities across
Wiltshire.
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Ashley Road, Bradford On Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ email:keith.nimmo@ wiltshiremusic.org.uk www.wiltshiremusic.org.uk |
Tel: 01225 860100 Fax: 01225 860111 |
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Wiltshire Wildlife Trust
Our 34 nature reserves, representing the
downlands, woodlands, wetlands and meadows that
show Wiltshire�s landscape at its finest The work we do with people, from the youngest to the
oldest, in villages, towns and cities, to make our
environment better and enhance our quality of
life
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Elm Tree Court Long Street Devizes SN10 1NJ WILTSHIRE WILDLIFE TRUST CLICK |
Tel: 01380 725670 Fax No: 01380 729017 |
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Witherington Farm Fishing
We have four
lakes maintained
to competition
standard, well
stocked with carp,
roach, tench, orf,
rudd, perch, chub
and bream. The
lakes are in a
pleasant and
peaceful setting,
covering some 5
acres.
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Witherington Farm near Downton, SALISBURY, SP5 3QT WITHERINGTON FARM CLICK |
Tel: 01722 710088 |
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Woodhenge
It is a Neolithic ceremonial monument (dating from
about 2300 BC) and consisted of concentric rings of
wooden posts possibly forming a roofed building or a
wooden Stonehenge-type monument. It is thought that
there may have been nearly 40 similar wooden structures
in the ancient kingdom of Wessex -
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Wootton Bassett Museum
Situated in the half timbered 17th Century Town Hall. It
contains an extensive photographic record of Wootton
Bassett life in the 19th and 20th Centuries. On display
are a ducking stool dated 1686, stocks and whipping post
and geological specimens.
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High Street, Wootton Bassett, SN4 From M4 Junction 16, follow signs for Wootton Bassett and the Museum is in the High Street. All Year - Saturdays Only 10.30am to 12.00noon (Except Christmas and New Year) |
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Wrag Barn Golf & Country Club
Deep in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside and
just outside the historic town of Highworth is the
exceptional
golf courseGolf,
Weddings,
Business Meetings
and Casual Dining. at Wrag Barn Golf & Country
Club. With outstanding views of the Downs and the
Vale of White Horse, Wrag Barn boasts one of the
region's outstanding venues for
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Shrivenham Road, Highworth, Swindon, SN6 7QQ Email: info@wragbarn.com WRAG BARN CLICK |
Tel: 01793 861327 Fax: 01793 861325 |
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