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Chinese to take-away a good impression of Salisbury
21 August 2008
While the eyes of the world are focused on a certain international sporting event in China, tourism officers in Salisbury have been busy promoting the area to the hosts of the games. Salisbury & Stonehenge Tourism Partnership are participating in a new campaign initiated by Tourism South East which is aimed at attracting greater numbers of Chinese visitors to Britain.
Longleat tiger territory Goes wet 'n' wild
29 July 2008
Keepers at Longleat Safari Park are delighted to confirm that at long last, their trio of Amur tigers have turned their attention to their new outdoor pool. The new pool, which was completed back in June, has sadly not really inspired the tigers to any serious water play to date. Turn on the hot weather though and it's a completely different story.
DOUBLE TROUBLE AS SEA LION PUPS MAKE GRAND ARRIVAL
14 July 2008
Longleat Safari keepers were delighted when not one but two of their sea lions gave birth earlier this month. The two youngsters, both female, join the six-strong colony of Californian sea lions who reside in the freshwater Half Mile Lake alongside Longleat House.
MBE FOR TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE MANAGER
8 June 2008
Jane Fry, Manager of the Salisbury Tourist Information Centre in Fish Row, has been awarded an MBE in the Queen's birthday honours. Jane was awarded the MBE for services to tourism in the south west.
Salisbury750 spectacular Flower Festival 17-21 June
5 June 2008
With over 40,000 flowers worked into breath-taking floral displays and integrated co-ordinated designs encompassing the Cathedral's whole interior, produced by 550 volunteers from churches and flower clubs from all over Wiltshire and Dorset and master-minded by award-winning designer Michael Bowyer, this Festival is a must for everyone who loves flowers.
FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF 'THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL'
5 March 2008
If you have caught Tudor fever with the latest costume blockbuster, 'The Other Boleyn Girl', why not soak up some of the period atmosphere and visit the National Trust locations that were used for the film. From the exquisite Tudor courts of Henry VIII at Whitehall Palace to the lavish interiors of the Boleyn country residence, find out which Trust properties brought them back to life.
New look Salisbury guides break with tradition
7 March 2008
Salisbury could soon receive a boost in visitors thanks to publications published by Salisbury and Stonehenge Tourism Partnership this year.
Extraordinary exhibition launches Cathedral's celebrations
4 January 2008
'Odyssey' by Robert Koenig marks the start of Salisbury Cathedral's 750th anniversary celebrations. During this extraordinary exhibition of some thirty two well travelled wooden figures, 2½ metres tall, Hove based artist Robert Koenig will carve a 'Salisbury' figure from a local tree donated by the Wilton Estate.
Wiltshire village of Lacock stars in BBC's Cranford
20/11/07
The Wiltshire village of Lacock, with its cottages and inns dating back to the 15th century form a breathtaking backdrop to the BBC production of Cranford.
Salisbury Cathedral Outlines 750th Celebrations
1/11/07
Salisbury Cathedral has announced details of the major events taking place during 2008 for its 750th anniversary celebrations.
During 2008 Salisbury Cathedral will be celebrating the 750th anniversary of the dedication of the Cathedral in 1258. There will be a rich tapestry of events and activities most of which take place between April and September. The programme of special activities includes: an Open Day, Medieval Fair, the Flower Festival, plus a variety of musical and artist events, and many more.
History centre opens its doors to the public
29/10/07
The doors of the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre open to the public on October 31 showcasing the county's rich heritage.
The state-of-the-art facility gives people exploring their family roots easy access to information about any Wiltshire ancestors held in the centre's extensive collection.
A Weekend of Halloween Haunts
17/10/2007
This Halloween, shivers will be felt in Salisbury as all that is supernatural comes alive.
The spectral heritage of the mediaeval cathedral city will be celebrated over a special Spooky Weekend from October 26-31.
Experience the thrill of a British Touring Car Championship race at Holiday Inn Salisbury - Stonehenge
05/10/2007
Local residents and visitors are being invited to get themselves in gear for a racing evening of fun as part of the official opening of the Holiday Inn Salisbury - Stonehenge on Friday 12 October.
Welcome tourism boost for Salisbury as Stonehenge is voted Britain's best historic site
25/09/2007
Tourism providers in south Wiltshire are delighted that Stonehenge, near Salisbury, has come top in a nationwide poll for Britain's best historic sites.
Countryside open for business
08/08/2007
The beautiful south Wiltshire countryside is open to enjoy and travel freely and safely within, despite the current case of food and mouth disease near Guildford in Surrey.
