SALISBURY. INSPIRATION AND Welcoming since 1227 TRADITIONAL. ORIGINAL. SALISBURY 2020 CITY ON THE MOVE INGENUITY LAYER UPON LAYER OF HISTORY Granted a Royal Charter in 1227 to hold its weekly market and Throughout 2020, the city of Salisbury and Salisbury Cathedral EBF Cathedral Stakes Race Day 14 June A centre for creativity and innovation, Salisbury has been With the tallest spire in Britain, Britain’s largest cathedral close Fisherton Mill, combining galleries and artist studios with a annual fair, Salisbury is a city of ageless beauty and captivating will be celebrating 800 years of enterprise, culture and The first ‘Listed’ race of the year, run over a distance of 6 captivating visitors from the 13th century onwards. Today, its and cloisters, the world’s oldest working clock and the finest popular café. Just 20 minutes’ walk from the city centre, River SALISBURY history, where medieval magnificence meets contemporary innovation with an exciting programme of events and activities. furlongs. Exciting horse racing and free children’s entertainment. outstanding venues, wide-ranging cultural opportunities and of only four original 1215 Magna Carta manuscripts, Salisbury Bourne Community Farm has lots of animals to see, water- Map & Guide culture. At its heart is Salisbury Cathedral – a beacon which has Highlights include: Daily Mail Chalke Valley History Festival 22-28 June authentic festivals and events continue to fire the imagination. Cathedral is the city’s most iconic landmark. meadow views, a farm shop and café. On the northern outskirts attracted visitors for hundreds of years. you’ll find both the Iron Age hillfort ofOld Sarum (the original Spirit and Endeavour 25 March-25 October A unique blend of living history encampment, stunning historic air Under the banner of Wiltshire Creative, Salisbury Playhouse, Within The Close you can also discover world-class galleries of site of Salisbury) and Boscombe Down Aviation Collection, a Gathered around the Cathedral is an inspiring city, alive A major art exhibition showcasing works by 20 contemporary show, and star-studded line-up of speakers. Salisbury Arts Centre and Salisbury International Arts Festival archaeology at The Salisbury Museum; relive scenes from Sense with fascinating people, places and experiences. Here you’ll working museum housed in a World War One aircraft hangar. artists including Henry Moore and Grayson Perry. Sports Market 2 August embrace the contemporary, the traditional and the (occasionally) & Sensibility at the National Trust’s Mompesson House; delve find excellent shopping opportunities, outstanding arts and Organ Festival Selected Dates May-November Local sports clubs showcase what they have to offer. For details downright eccentric. Add three seasons of live performances at into the history of two renowned local regiments at The Rifles Ancient. Modern. Timeless. Salisbury is an unbeatable entertainment, and a great range of places to eat and drink. City Hall into the mix – as well as exhibitions, concerts and more Including the hugely-popular Organ Prom, a Family Concert, gala see https://www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk/p/project20 Berkshire & Wiltshire Museum; or browse collections of art and destination for day trips and short breaks alike. It also makes There are ample activities to enjoy and a wide range of at attractions including Salisbury Cathedral, Mompesson House evening organ concerts and Sunday afternoon performances. memorabilia at Arundells, former home of Sir Edward Heath. an excellent base for exploring all that Wiltshire has to offer. For accommodation to choose from. Salisbury’s story reaches back Confluence: A Festival of Flowers 15-20 September and The Salisbury Museum – and you have an enormous variety of a comprehensive guide to the city and surrounding areas go to through the centuries and the city is proud of this rich heritage. Makers’ Tale Exhibition 21 May-11 July See and smell thousands of beautiful blooms in hundreds of entertainment to choose from throughout the year. Leaving by the High Street Gate, make your way to the Parish visitsalisbury.co.uk or download the England Originals app Yet it is no stranger to original thinking… Presenting new insights into craft methods that are deeply rooted modern and traditional arrangements - a feast for all the senses. Church of St Thomas, home to the country’s largest and most in a historical context, yet connected to today. In and around the city you can enjoy drama, dance and musical which features Salisbury. In 2020 Salisbury commemorates one of the most remarkable Salisbury Literary Festival October (dates tbc) theatre. Orchestras, choirs and bands. There are cuckoo and complete ‘Doom’ painting. A short stroll will bring you to moves in medieval history: the relocation of the Cathedral Salisbury International Arts Festival 22 May-6 June Celebrating Salisbury’s literary past, championing the best of craft fairs. Talks and tours. History and food & drink festivals. and its community from Old Sarum to its present day site. A Two weeks of music, comedy, dance, outdoor spectacles and writing today, and inspiring the next generation of writers. Entertainment for adults and children. Both indoors and out. year of celebrations will applaud the audacity required to pull more, exploding into the streets and spaces of the city. Christmas Fayre November/December (dates tbc) With so much going on throughout the day and into the early off this incredible feat. From the craftsmen who constructed Five Rivers Festival 23-24 May Charming stalls selling tasteful, high quality gifts and festive hours, Salisbury has been awarded Purple Flag status – the ‘gold an outstanding example of Early English Gothic architecture Thrilling activities range from river races, stand up paddleboarding foods, against a soundtrack of seasonal music. standard’ for a great night out. with its 123m high spire, to the citizens who built a thriving and a family river float, to river walks and talks. For further details of what is happening in and around the city commercial centre around it, Salisbury recognises the vision that To discover what moves you, go to during 2020 go to visitsalisbury.co.uk/2020-events transformed what was once a modest hamlet into one of the visitsalisbury.co.uk/2020-events most influential cities in Britain. 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