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Visit Wiltshire 2018: It’s time for WILTSHIREVisitor Map visitwiltshire.co.uk TIMELESS WONDERS One outstanding World Heritage Site, embracing two iconic stone circles. Shrouded in mystery, steeped in legend, they stand testament to the ages. No visit to Wiltshire would be complete without experiencing the magic of Stonehenge and Avebury. he ancient Britons part of the village. The wider and within the Cathedral’s Tattached great landscape is home to other Chapter House you’ll find an significance to Stonehenge. ancient structures too, exhibition showcasing the Among its many unique including West Kennet Long finest of only four surviving features is its orientation on Barrow, one of Britain’s original 1215 Magna the rising and setting sun. largest Stone Age burial Carta. For an unforgettable Why it was built in this way sites; the man-made mound experience, a Tower Tour nobody knows for sure, of Silbury Hill, its origins leads you up narrow, but if you stand on Salisbury lost in the mists of time; winding staircases to the Plain at sunrise or sunset and many of Wiltshire’s foot of the spire, 225 feet it’s easy to understand why, distinctive White Horses above ground where you even today, people from carved into the rolling chalk can enjoy panoramic views around the globe make downs, eight of which can across Salisbury. the pilgrimage here. still be seen today. Wiltshire has been a special On a misty morning at Offering one superlative place for a very long time. Avebury you can appreciate after another, Salisbury The World Heritage Site of the appeal this sacred Cathedral is a magnificent Stonehenge and Avebury has place held for our ancestors. example of Early English a magnetism that has drawn Here, a massive outer bank Gothic architecture. The people to it for thousands of and ditch surround the awesome sight of its spire years. Make 2018 the year world’s largest stone circle. soaring a breathtaking 123 you visit and experience this This, in turn, encloses two metres (404 feet) into the ancient county for yourself. smaller stone circles and sky never fails to impress, “WRITE YOUR OWN CHAPTER IN OUR NEVER- ENDING STORY” Avebury Stone Circle Silbury Hill TIMELESS PLACES Rolling green downs, ancient woodlands and bustling market towns. Parish churches, grand historic houses and country inns. Timeless monuments and contemporary luxury. Local ales and picnics in the park. Wiltshire is the England you love in one county. he medieval city of come complete with equally Wiltshire’s award-winning TSalisbury is the perfect breathtaking surroundings, museums are the perfect fusion of ancient and modern, from acres of landscaped places to unearth the secrets and each of our historic parkland to intimate formal of our journey through time. market towns and villages and informal gardens. Containing archaeology has something unique to collections of outstanding offer too. Stylish independent Railways, canals and the national importance, their shops and colourful markets, production of woollen galleries include treasured for example. Tempting pubs broadcloth were vital exhibits discovered at and restaurants. Or great to Wiltshire’s prosperity Avebury and Stonehenge. entertainment. in centuries past and Later civilisations have outstanding examples of left their mark as well, Our outstanding collection our industrial heritage can bequeathing tangible of stately homes and manor still be experienced today. connections with the past. houses spans the centuries. Our manufacturing legacy From 14th century castles These magnificent residences also includes Hillbrush, in to Britain’s first safari park. frame stories that bring the Mere, where they’ve been history of England to life. making cleaning equipment Whether you’re here for a day, Making them the perfect since 1922 – their new visitor a weekend or longer, Wiltshire places to connect with the centre is home to the only is a truly unique destination past whilst enjoying the brush museum in the UK! – visit us and you’ll find new present. Set against the stories around every corner! drama and majesty of the Wiltshire has a proud history Wiltshire landscape they of links to the military too, and Book tickets online the recent opening of REME – You can now book tickets museum of the Royal Electrical for many places to visit and Mechanical Engineers – and things to do on our has added an extra dimension. website - just go to visitwiltshire.co.uk/shop “IN WILTSHIRE YOU CAN TOUCH AND FEEL THE PAST” Stourhead ABBEY HOUSE GARDENS ATWELL-WILSON Map Ref: Beside the Abbey Church in C3 MOTOR MUSEUM Malmesbury and straddling the River We are a small friendly museum. Most Avon, this spectacular 5-acre garden exhibits are cars from the 1920s has brought praise from around the onwards. We also have motorcycles, world. With over 1,000 years of history, mopeds and bicycles, interesting it contains the burial place of an motoring memorabilia, a reconstructed English King as well as knot gardens, 1930s style garage complete with cars, Map Ref: herb gardens, a river walk, fish ponds, and the famous Jack Spittle Model Lorry B2 a waterfall, and constant colour from Collection. For more information visit the March to October. museum section of our website. Downside, Stockley Lane, Calne, SN11 0NF E: [email protected] T: 01249 813119 Admission: A £7 Ch £1 S £7 Open: 2-31 Jan & 1-31 Dec: Sat & Sun The Abbey House, Malmesbury, SN16 9AS T: 01666 827650 only, 11am-4pm, except by prior arrangement for groups. 1 Feb-1 Apr & 1-30 Nov: E: [email protected] Admission: A £7.50 Conc £6.50 Ch (5-15) £3 F £18 Thu-Sun, 11am-4pm. 3 April-31 Oct: Tue-Sun 11am-5pm. Last admission one hour Open: March - October www.abbeyhousegardens.co.uk before door closes. Open bank holidays, except Christmas Day. www.atwellwilson.org.uk BOSCOMBE DOWN BOWOOD HOUSE Map Ref: F4 AVIATION COLLECTION & GARDENS A working museum in an historic A fantastic day out for all the family. WW1 hangar. With over 100 exhibits Visit the magnificent home of the including 30 aircraft and cockpits to Lansdowne family set in beautiful sit in we bring the history of test flight ‘Capability’ Brown parkland. Children in the UK to life. Dress up in a flight under twelve can enjoy the superb suit and helmet, be a fighter pilot and Adventure Playground, with life-size watch restoration on real aircraft. Tours Map Ref: pirate ship, space dive, soft play available. Gift shop and café on site. C3 palace and the fabulous Tractor Group bookings welcome. Ted’s Little Farm. Hangar 1 South, Old Sarum Airfield, Old Sarum, Salisbury, SP4 6DZ T: 01722 323636 E: [email protected] Admission: A £8.50 Ch £6 (under 5s FREE) S £7 also Derry Hill, Calne, SN11 0LZ T: 01249 812102 E: [email protected] students & serving members of HM Forces F £23 (2+2) Open: 14 Feb-1 Nov, Tue-Sun Admission: A £12.75 J (5-12yrs) £9.70 I (2-4yrs) £7.70 S £10.70 F £38.25 & Bank Holiday Mon, 10am-5pm. Rest of year: Sat/Sun, 10am-3pm. Closed: 24-26 Open: Wed 28 Mar-Sun 4 Nov 2018, 11am-6pm (5pm after the autumn clock change) Dec & 1 Jan. www.boscombedownaviationcollection.co.uk www.bowood.org CHOLDERTON CHARLIE’S Map Ref: B3 FARM Family-fun-filled rare breeds farm park, with animals and activities throughout the day, in and outdoor play areas and a new Tree Top Trail! The Ewe Tree Café & Bar serves delicious food all day as well as Map Ref: catering for large events, such as wedding E4 receptions. Overnight accommodation is available in the 70-bed 4* Hostel, which is open all year round. BRAYDON MAIZE MAZE Welcome to the a-maze-ing Braydon Maize Maze! Amesbury Road, Cholderton, Salisbury, SP4 0EW T: 01980 629438 E: [email protected] Admission: Please see website for prices. Come and spend an hour or two getting lost in the Wiltshire countryside. www.choldertoncharliesfarm.com Open: Summer: 10am-6pm; Winter: 10am-4pm. Our family-run maize maze is a great day out for all ages, so bring your family and see what awaits you. Join in with the fun and excitement… and find a few surprises along the way too! CROFTON BEAM ENGINES Map Ref: We’re just a few minutes away from Royal Wootton Bassett in part of D4 Magnificent 200-year-old working steam what used to be the ‘Royal Hunting Forest of Braydon’ – come and visit operated beam engines still capable of us to Get Lost! performing their original job. Amazing Find us on: industrial archaeology in an unspoiled, rural setting overlooking the Kennet & Avon Canal. Free access to café, braydonmm @CornelioMaize grounds and shop, except during Steam Gala in September. The beam engines are in steam for weekends at the end of @braydon_maize_maze each month during the summer. Braydon Manor, Braydon, Swindon, SN5 0AG T: 01666 800001 Crofton Beam Engines, Crofton, Marlborough, SN8 3DW T: 01672 870300 E: [email protected] Admission: A £6 Ch £4 S £4 F £15 E: [email protected] Admission: Engines static: A £4.50 S £4 Under 16s FREE. Open: Late Jul-mid Sep: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat-Sun 10am-6pm. Engines in steam: A £8 S £7 Under 16s FREE. Open: Every day (except Wed) from www.braydonmaizemaze.co.uk Late-Mar to early Oct, 10.30am-4.30pm. www.croftonbeamengines.org Map Ref: C2 CASTLE COMBE CIRCUIT Enjoy a day at the West Country’s family circuit where you can watch all the action as close as is possible in UK Motorsport! Our action-packed season features plenty of weekend and bank holiday race meetings that provide spectators with exhilarating racing on one of the country’s fastest circuits.
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