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Dec 7, 2020 · If you're planning a get-away in the New Year, Wiltshire is the ideal destination to visit. Here are 21 reasons to make 2021 the year you explore the home of Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and some of the prettiest villages in the country…
- Experience a City on the Move. This year, Salisbury celebrates 800 years since the Cathedral moved from its original location at Old Sarum and prompted the formation of a brand new city - the city we now know as Salisbury.
- Get Active. Every year, one of the most popular New Year's Resolutions is to be more active. If you want to get out and about more in 2020, why not go walking or cycling in Wiltshire?
- Celebrate the National Trust's Birthday. 2020 is the 125th anniversary of beloved British institution the National Trust. Founded in 1895, the National Trust has been protecting historic properties and stunning countryside ever since.
- Spend Time with the Family. Make time for Wiltshire and spend quality time with your family in 2020. There are lots of exciting family-friendly activities and attractions to visit that both big kids and little kids will love.
Jan 5, 2024 · From museums and shopping centres to leisure facilities and indoor activities, there is no shortage of things to do in Wiltshire in the rain. If you want a unique experience and an insight into the fascinating history of the Great Western Railway, then head over to the Steam Museum in Swindon.
- Stonehenge
- Avebury
- Salisbury
- Silbury Hill
- Castle Combe
- Bradford Upon Avon
- Malmesbury
- Lacock
- Warminster
- Pewsey White Horse
This HAS to come up first on my list because, in reality, there’s nowhere like Stonehenge. This ancient stone circle is one of the UK’s most famous attractions and is usually the top of traveller’s bucket lists; particularly those who are looking for easy day trips out of the capital. However, not that many people know that it’s in the heart of Wil...
Another Neolithic/ Bronze age site, Avebury stone circle is located in the rolling hills of Wiltshire. It’s a set of memorial sites, containing concentric rings, a bank and ditch and a processional avenue. It is thought to have been constructed over 4,500 years ago by prehistoric people, using tools made of antler and stone. The complex actually in...
When it comes to the West Country’s cities, Salisbury is quite underrated – but it’s well worth the trip! Visit the historic Salisbury Cathedral, which dates back to 1258 AD and is home to a copy of the Magna Carta. Other sites in Salisbury city include Fisherton Mill with an art gallery and studios, the picturesque Langford Lakes and the nearby Bl...
An ancient prehistoric chalk hill, Sibury is the largest artificial mound in Europe; it’s part of the Stonehenge and Avebury complex (and you can easily visit them both ath the same time!). The 173-foot high hill has been occupied since Neolithic times, with evident artifacts showing Bronze age occupation too. Silbury Hill is a Scheduled Ancient Mo...
Castle Combe is among the prettiest Cotswold villages, and definitelyone of the most beautiful places to visit in Wiltshire! Castle Combe’s beautiful scenery has been featured in many films (like War Horse) and television shows (such as Downton Abbey) due to its breathtaking Medieval architecture and old-world charm. The whole village has remained ...
A small Cotswold town, Bradford Upon Avon is known for its beautiful buildings, “cafe that looks like it’s falling down (a quote from the owner when I visited!) and the beautiful River Avon (as the name suggests) snaking through. It’s home to many independent shops and eateries, along with regular farmer’s markets. Bradford Upon Avon also holds cul...
Malmesbury is a little larger than other Cotswold towns, but it boasts a rich cultural and architectural history, with buildings dating back to the 12th century, along with a famous abbey. The Abbey dates from 1125 AD and is the burial place of King Athelstan. Other attractions include Malmesbury Castle, Wyke Manor, St. Paul’s Church, and Westport ...
Situated just outside of the town of Chippenham, Lacock has a long history, with records dating back to at least the Domesday Book. It’s most famous for the beautiful Lacock Abbey, a Harry Potter filming site and stunning historic building that was originally built as a home for an Augustinian monastery in 1232 and is now owned by the National Trus...
Warminster is situated on the edge of Salisbury Plain and is now used as an army base, encompassing a population of around 18,000. The history of the town dates back to at least the Iron Age – during the English Civil War, it was the site of several battles. Today, there are many historical buildings and monuments to explore. The recent expansion o...
The Pewsey White Horse is one of Wiltshire’s most impressive chalk horses, carved into the hillsides. Believed to have been carved into the hillside around 1785, the white horse stands at an impressive 20 metres tall and 24 metres wide, making it one of the largest white horses in Britain. It’s a Grade II listed monument, with its modern shape desi...
The beautiful rural county of Wiltshire has a wide range of modern and historic attractions to delight visitors of all ages. So to help you choose, we’ve picked out some of our favourite Wiltshire things to do, including fantastic ideas for days out in the county and the best attractions in Wiltshire.
Oct 1, 2018 · Despite the prevailing peace, some of Britain’s most iconic and best-loved visitor attractions are in Wiltshire, not least the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and Avebury. Built around 5,000 years ago, these prehistoric megaliths and stone circles on Salisbury Plain are shrouded in mystery to this day.
Jul 11, 2024 · Destinations. The best things to do in Wiltshire. Druids gather at its prehistoric sites and festivals in these parts are dedicated to history not music, but amid all the heritage are a clutch of quirky modern arrivals. By Jane Walker. 11 July 2024. Jake Eastham. All products are independently selected by our editors.
