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Wiltshire History & Heritage
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Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site
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Historic Site
Wiltshire
Stonehenge and Avebury are listed together as a single UNESCO World Heritage Site. The site is famous for its instantly recognisable stone circles but there is far more to explore in these two remarkable landscapes.
Longleat
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Safari Park
Warminster
Longleat, nestled within 900 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped grounds, is home to the UK’s original Safari Park, one of the best examples of Elizabethan architecture, and an abundance of exciting attractions including Jungle Kingdom and Animal…
Fisherton Mill - Gallery, Cafe and Artist Studios
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Gallery
Salisbury
Explore a treasure trove of amazing artwork in the largest independent art gallery in the South West. Our relaxed and friendly café is a slice of foodie heaven in the heart of Salisbury.
REME Museum
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Museum
Chippenham
The REME Museum displays the proud history of the Corps of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Wherever in the world the Army serves, there you will find REME.
Roman Baths
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Historic Site
Abbey Church Yard, Bath
Visit the heart of the World Heritage Site. Around Britain's only hot spring, the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows with natural hot water.
Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta
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Cathedral/Minster
Salisbury
Be inspired by this magnificent medieval cathedral surrounded by 8 acres of lawn and historic architecture.
This living church boasts Britain’s tallest spire and is home to the finest original Magna Carta and Europe’s oldest working clock.
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection
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Museum
Old Sarum, Salisbury
Collection of aircraft, cockpits, replicas and models weapons and trials equipment to show the story of flight and flight test in the UK.
The cockpits are mostly open and you can sit in and use the controls.
Arundells
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Historic House/Palace
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.
Salisbury Museum
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Museum
Salisbury
Home of the award-winning Wessex Gallery and the ‘Amesbury Archer’. Displays reveal the history of medieval Salisbury and Old Sarum. The King’s House Café offers lunches and teas.
Old Sarum
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Castle/Fort
Salisbury
Discover the story of the original Salisbury with a day out to Old Sarum, 2 miles north of where the city stands now.
The mighty Iron Age hill fort was where the first cathedral once stood and Romans, Normans and Saxons left their mark.
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
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Museum
Swindon
Get up close to magnificent locomotives, be a signalman in the GWR interactive Signal Box and drive the steam train simulator as you travel through STEAM’s story-telling displays!
STEAM tells the story of the men and women who built, operated and…
Marlborough College Summer School
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University / College
Marlborough
This extremely popular multi-generational learning experience will take place over four weeks between 12 July and 8 August 2020.
Cheddar Gorge & Caves
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Cave
Somerset
Visit Britain’s highest, inland limestone cliffs rising up 450ft and explore the depths of stunning stalactite caverns below that were created by Ice Age melt-waters over millions of years. It doesn’t matter whether you are interested in nature,…
Caen Hill Locks
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Canal / Waterway / Marina
DEVIZES
On the Kennet & Avon Canal you will find beauty, history and nature. Tap into its stillness, enjoy a gentle adventure, share your boating stories at canal side cafes or pubs, and live in a space where time moves no faster than a stroll.
Stonehenge
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Historic Site
Nr Amesbury
Stonehenge stands impressively as a prehistoric monument of unique importance, a World Heritage Site, surrounded by remains of ceremonial and domestic structures - some older than the monument itself.
The Kennet & Avon Canal Trust Devizes
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Canal / Waterway / Marina
Couch Lane, Devizes
The Kennet and Avon Canal Trust has been in existence for more than 50 years.
At Devizes we have our Head Quarters, Canal side Museum, Boat trips, Café and gift shop.
Kelmscott Manor
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Historic House/Palace
Nr Lechlade
Kelmscott Manor was the inspirational country home of William Morris; poet, designer, craftsman, socialist and father of the Arts & Crafts movement. This Grade I Listed house was loved by Morris as a survival of traditional craftsmanship.
Chippenham Museum
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Museum
Chippenham
The Museum is housed in a fine 18th century grade II listed building. The displays tell the story of the historic market town from prehistoric times to the present day.
Chippenham Museum open: Monday to Saturday 10am – 4pm
Bank Holidays except…Swindon and Cricklade Railway
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Steam Railway
Blunsdon
Collection of locomotives, rolling stock including steam engines and diesel engines. Locomotive shed with engines under restoration. Train rides on open days and special events. Easter Egg, Halloween & Santa Specials and Wartime Weekend.
Calne Heritage Centre
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Heritage/Visitor Centre
Calne
The Calne Heritage Centre tells the story of Calne and the surrounding areas.
to add an item to your Itinerary basket.