Top Things to do in Wiltshire this July

With the festival season in full swing and warmer evenings making the perfect setting for family picnics and longer days out, now its greater time than ever to visit Wiltshire and make the most of a range of activities across the county! Find out what’s happening near you this July…

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Summer of Play with National Trust in Wiltshire

Ready for a fun-filled summer with the National Trust? Take part in Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank, and create memories with the whole family.

A festival of fun is waiting at Lacock as the parkland is transformed into a play hub with zones to get creative, active, walk on the wild side and more.  At Stourhead imaginations can run wild in the meadow, with a straw castle, archery range and meadow maze. Plus, special guests on selected dates. Meanwhile at Avebury there’s lawn games, trails and crafts and Mompesson House has toys, games and art materials in the walled garden.

Summer Festivals in Wiltshire

The festival season continues this month with an exciting line-up of music and performance-based events across the county!

Malmesbury Carnival and Festival

Starting at the end of the month is Malmesbury’s Carnival and Festival. Featuring a full-blown programme of events including family trails, competitions, music, quizzes and more. Don’t forget to join the showpiece event in September, where the Carnival Procession will take place!

Classic Ibiza at Bowood House & Gardens

Stately House Music returns to Bowood this summer! Enjoy an open-air celebration of White Isle-inspired house music, reinvented by the Urban Soul Orchestra, live vocalists and headline DJs.

TrowVegas in the Park

Get ready for an unforgettable summer as Trowbridge Park transforms into a brand-new festival experience! Enjoy a day packed with incredible live music, delicious food and drink, and top-tier entertainment for the whole family.

Rein & Shine Summer Horse Riding Camps

Rein & Shine are a highly commended British Horse Equestrian Centre located on the edge of Cotswolds Lakes, near Wootton Bassett. Incorporating schooling, riding tuition, and placements for young persons with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

From July to the end of August, Rein & Shine offer Adult and Children summer camps, the perfect way to learn new skills, understand the horses and make new friends. Get into horse riding this season.

Other Outdoor Activities

July offers the perfect weather to explore Wiltshire. Whether you wish to stroll through stately homes and gardens, bask in the countryside or enjoy action packed days out at local attractions, there’s no better time than now!

Wallop Wheels and Wings

Don’t miss the Army Flying Museum’s biggest fundraising event of the year, Wallop Wheels and Wings! Set to be bigger and better than ever with a huge array of classic and super cars, bikes and more, be sure to book your tickets now!

If weather permits, you can also watch an array of fixed wing and rotary aircraft take to the skies, as well as the RAF Falcons parachute display team! There will be plenty of surprised in the air on the day!

Calne Bike Meet

One of the largest free motorcycle events in Europe, Calne Bike meet is the perfect family day out in Wiltshire. Spot a range of motorcycles of all shapes, size, and colours as they line the historic streets of Calne this month.

Salisbury, Stonehenge, and Sarum Cycling Tour

Enjoy the great outdoors with a historical cycling tour from New Forest Cycling Tours. Explore the stunning countryside on this unique cycling tour, discovering some of the most famous landmarks including Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral and Old Sarum. Whizzing through some of Wiltshire's historic paths, this 30-mile circular loop also encompasses the Cranborne Chase National Landscape and lots of hidden gems.

There's plenty more to look forward to in Wiltshire this July!