Wiltshire has been a special place for a very long time and our World Heritage Site stands testament to the ages. Stonehenge and Avebury have a magnetism that has drawn people to them for centuries. But history in Wiltshire is not just ancient. Romans, Normans and Saxons have all left their mark on our countryside and towns. Come today and you can walk through time. Here in Wiltshire you can touch and feel the past. Be inspired with what Wiltshire has to offer from the past to the present day.

There are so many things to do, on the ‘must see’ list alongside the World Heritage Site is the medieval city of Salisbury with its magnificent Cathedral, Longleat and the National Trust’s gardens at Stourhead.

Wiltshire is an enchanted place where you feel close to the earth and the ever-changing big skies. Renowned for our iconic white horses carved into the rolling downs, almost half of Wiltshire is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and there are numerous ways to enjoy our quintessentially English countryside, from walking, cycling and horse-riding to fishing, golf, canal boat trips and more. Find your way using our maps and guides and plan your visit with us. 

With so many food and drink options you can relax with friends and family while sampling our traditional Wiltshire specialities at tearooms, pubs and restaurants around the county. Enjoy a little retail therapy at the designer and factory outlets in Swindon and Wilton or browse the many independent retailers to be found in our charming market towns.

Wiltshire is a beautiful and diverse county with a thriving arts scene covering theatre, cinemas, arts centres and more. Our extensive programme of festivals and events draws on past times as well as the present. You can find out what's going on here. 

Wiltshire today is calming, comforting and refreshing. A weekend here will help put back in what the rest of the week has taken out. So when you visit you can press pause and let time stand still. What’s more, Wiltshire is only an hour and a half, or less, from London. Plus there are so many accommodation options here you will quickly feel at ease. Make sure to check out our special offers as well to make the most out of your visit. 

Wiltshire is timeless wonders, timeless nature, timeless places and timeless pleasures. Now it’s your time to come and see us. Explore our villages, towns and countryside because it’s time to write your chapter in Wiltshire’s never ending story. Keep up to date with all the lates information on this beautiful county on our blog.