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Short Break in the North and East of Wiltshire

For this break you could stay near Calne, Chippenham, Wootton Bassett, Purton or Swindon to make the suggested locations easy to reach.

For a range of excellent accommodation visit our 'Where to Stay' pages.

Day 1

Morning

Bowood Adventure PlaygroundBowood House and Garden, Calne
Bowood is the family home of the Marquis of Lansdowne. Attractions include extensive gardens, a lake and an adventure playground.

Tel: 01249 812102
Website: www.bowood-house.co.uk



Or visit Avebury. Here you will find the world-famous stone circle, a museum, shop, restaurant and a village pub.

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Snacks and lunch are available at both locations.

Afternoon

Malmesbury
Discover Wiltshire's oldest borough and the ruins of its impressive Norman Abbey. This hill-top town has some interesting and individual shops.

Website: www.malmesbury.gov.uk

Abbey House Gardens (credit: David Pegden)
And, down a pathway behind the market cross, you'll find the inspirational Abbey House Gardens. Enjoy its changing colours throughout the seasons, book a guided tour or enjoy a peaceful cup of tea!

Tel: 01666 822212
Website: www.abbeyhousegardens.co.uk

 

Day 2

Morning

Lacock
The picturesque National Trust village of Lacock is home to the 13th century Lacock Abbey, the Fox Talbot Museum of Photography, several shops and a range of tea shops, pubs and restaurants. A popular location for TV and film productions such as Harry Potter, Emma and Pride and Prejudice.

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/places/lacock

Lunch can be taken in Lacock.

Afternoon

Caen Hill Locks, Devizes
Caen Hill Locks (credit: David Pegden)This flight of 16 locks is part of a longer 29-lock flight on the Kennet and Avon Canal in Devizes, all within 2 miles. The Lock Cottage Tearooms at the top of the flight provides refreshments and a spectacular view.

Website: www.waterscape.com

Wiltshire Heritage Museum, Long Street, Devizes
Designated one of the top 62 museums in the UK because of its excellent Bronze Age collections, the museum preserves the rich archaelogical and historical treasures of Wiltshire.

Website: www.wiltshireheritage.org.uk

For a selection of places to eat out in the evening, visit our 'restaurants' pages.