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Family Fun in Wiltshire

Are you looking for things to do in Wiltshire with your family? Let us give you some ideas for some great family days out in Wiltshire…

One of Wiltshire’s largest family attractions is Longleat featuring Koala Creek, Jungle Cruise and the Hedge Maze to name but a few of the highlights! Spot some of the animals made famous by the BBC’s Animal Park in the Safari Park, let off steam in the Adventure Playground and enjoy the year-round special events.

Feed and stroke an array of animals at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm, River Bourne Community Farm or Roves Farm. Spot magnificent butterflies at Studley Grange Butterfly World & Craft Village meet various animals at the Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens or step aboard a locomotive at STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway.

Practice being a knight or a princess and learn about times gone by at one of English Heritage’s Old Sarum and Old Wardour Castle events that take place throughout the year or hop onto the Stonehenge Tour Bus for a fascinating insight into Stonehenge.

Visit Bowood House & Gardens with its fantastic adventure playground featuring a pirates’ ship or Wilton House with its adventure playground with tree top slides, swing boats and beautiful parklands to explore.

Learn about ghoulish tales and ghostly goings-on in Salisbury with one of the Salisbury City Guides ghost or horrible history tours and visit one of our museums for hands-on learning or how about exploring our towns and villages on a Treasure Trail or having a go at trying to crack the codes at one of these Escape Rooms.

Or how about heading to Wiltshire's very own inland beach or enjoy a spot of cycling around the lakes at Cotswold Water Park.

With gloriuos views of the Cathedral spire, Salisbury Racecourse is one of England most beautiful and historic. Sixteen race meetings take place here between April and October. Accompanied children are always welcome, with entertainments provided for them at weekend and evening meetings. 

Wiltshire holds many family friendly events throughout the year, discover more details on our events pages.

And if it rains, don’t let that stop you, discover our ideas for rainy days.

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  1. Chapel Plaister

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    Corsham

    The Pilgrims’ Chapel at Chapel Plaister is a tiny, but unique part of our national heritage. It dates back to the 13th Century and stands beside what in previous times, was the principal route to the south west.

  2. The White Horse at Cherhill

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    Cherhill White Horse

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    Calne

    The second oldest of Wiltshire's White Horses, situated on the edge of Cherhill Down, off the A4.

  3. Fovant Badges

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    Salisbury

    Regimental badges carved into the chalk downs above the village of Fovant.

  4. Savernake Forest

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    Nr Marlborough

    The Savernake Forest is a Special Site of Scientific Interest located south east of Marlborough.

  5. Ludgershall Castle

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    Ludgershall

    The ruins of an early 12th century royal hunting palace and a late medieval cross.

  6. Hackpen White Horse

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    Broad Hinton

    Measuring 90ft by 90ft the Hackpen Hill white horse was carved to commemorate the Coronation of Queen Victoria in 1838. This horse is stiuated just of the Ridgeway path.

  7. Bluebell Wood

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    Gloucester

    Tour and Explore

    We provide informative and entertaining Tour Guides for coach & walking tours of North Wiltshire and the Cotswolds. There’s so much to see - medieval villages, magnificent abbeys & churches, ancient monuments, attractive gardens

  8. Devizes White Horse

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    Devizes

    The newest of Wiltshire's White Horses, Devizes was cut in 1999 to mark the Millennium. It's located on Roundway Hill to the north of Devizes.

  9. Westbury White Horse

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    Westbury

    A large iron age hill fort and white horse carved into the hillside.

  10. Broad Town White Horse (C) Alison Smith

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    A chalk figure white horse measuring 86ft by 61ft situated on the hill to the east of the village of Broad Town was completed in 1863 by a local farmer William Simmonds.

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    Wilton

    Wilton House, home to the 18th Earl of Pembroke, provides a fascinating insight into British history. Built on the site of a 9th century nunnery, set in 21 acres of landscaped parkland with water and rose gardens beside the River Nadder.

  12. Sarum College

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    Salisbury

    Situated in Grade I Listed buildings in Salisbury’s Cathedral Close, Sarum College hosts a regular programme of art exhibitions, workshops, courses and literary and musical events throughout the year.

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    Bradford on Avon

    A chance to learn, explore and have lots of fun with instructors from Wiltshire Outdoor Learning Team on the River Avon. Venues for those aged 7 to adults include Bradford on Avon, Chippenham and Salisbury. For 5-7yr olds we offer junior sessions at…

  14. Arundells

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    Salisbury

    Arundells is the home of former Prime Minister Sir Edward Heath, situated in Cathedral Close in Salisbury. Extensive personal collections of art, ceramics, political cartoons and sailing memorabilia, as well as a beautiful two-acre riverside garden.

  15. Malmesbury Abbey

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    Malmesbury

    Within England’s oldest borough sits the 12th Century Abbey which is still very much in use today.

    The Norman Abbey houses the tomb of King Athelstan and the crest of Henry VII, a specially illuminated 15th century Bible, a breathtaking Norman…

  16. Foot Trails

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    Salisbury

    Enjoy an authentic and indulgent experience of rural England. Away from crowds. With extensive local knowledge of Wiltshire and South West England our holidays and local trails will take you off the beaten track.

  17. Bishopstrow Spa

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    Warminster

    Whether it's a spa day, a wellness weekend or a spa staycation, our spa is the perfect place for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation.

    Retreat into our blissful boutique spa and unwind with one of our many Elemis treatments or simply enjoy the thermal…

  18. Mompesson House in Salisbury

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    Mompesson House

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    Salisbury

    Homely and welcoming eighteenth-century townhouse with magnificent plasterwork, fine oak staircase, period furniture and important collection of drinking glasses. Tranquil walled garden.

  19. Around and About Bath Tour Bus & Guides

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    CORSHAM

    In and Beyond Bath run small, intimate tours for the discerning traveller to discover real, hidden England. Uncover its past, explore sleepy villages and enjoy the best of English hospitality. Discover authentic England.

  20. a'Beckett's Vineyard

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    English vineyard offering a range of red and white wines. Tours by arrangement. Tastings and walks round our 20 acre site.

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