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Superbly situated in southern England's rural heartland, few destinations can match the amazing diversity of Salisbury and Stonehenge - with a history dating back over 5,000 years there is no shortage of places to visit, all conveniently located within an ...

Salisbury and Stonehenge

Magnificent and mysterious, the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge looks out across the great expanse of Salisbury Plain,defying explanation. A short drive away through rolling countryside,the graceful spire of Salisbury's medieval Cathedral soars above the water meadows , dominating the sweeping ...

5,000 years of history: Standing proudly amid an ancient landscape high on Salisbury Plain, Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument of unique importance. Erected between 3,000 BC and 1,600 BC, its orientation on the rising and setting sun is one of its many remarkable features, ...
Charming country towns and villages: Characterised by rolling chalk downlands and tree-lined river valleys south Wiltshire's scenery is as beautiful as it is varied; combined with our charming country towns and villages, these ancient landscapes epitomise rural England at its very best. North west from ...
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Outstanding stately homes and gardens: Tudor, Elizabethan, Palladian, Queen Anne: south Wiltshire's stately homes and manor houses reflect changes in English taste and fashion through the ages, while the landscape in which they sit varies from gardens on a grand scale with acres of magnificent ...
Salisbury - the city in the countryside: Known as 'The city in the countryside', the magnificent medieval city of Salisbury has it all: historic streets and alleyways, charming half-timbered buildings, traditional English eating houses and characterful shopping streets, not to mention a superb range of attractions, including ...

Salisbury and Stonehenge - what to do

Whatever your reason for visiting Salisbury and Stonehenge you'll find plenty to see and do: great shops, fabulous year-round entertainment and attractions to appeal to every age group. Search for things to do by choosing an attractions, activity or shopping ...

A breath of fresh air: With plentiful footpaths, miles of ancient drove roads and uncrowded country lanes, south Wiltshire offers outstanding opportunities for exploring by bike or on foot . Rolling hills, chalk downlands and tree-lined river valleys - often with outstanding views - provide ...
Action-packed activities: For those that like to stay active on holiday, walking , cycling and horse riding through south Wiltshire's peaceful, uncrowded landscape are a real pleasure. You'll also find a choice of three golf clubs, each offering superb courses amid the ...
Arts and entertainment: When it comes to arts and entertainment, Salisbury really does have something for everyone. First-class venues such as City Hall , Salisbury Playhouse , Salisbury Arts Centre and Studio Theatre stage quality productions and events throughout the year, from drama ...
Educational holidays: Learn something new in a new environment. Salisbury and south Wiltshire is a great place to have an educational holiday. Develop a new skill, learn a new language or improve your knowledge, all with the wonderful Wiltshire scenery or the ...
Family favourites: Ever wondered what it looks like inside the spire of Salisbury Cathedral? Could you be the one to solve the riddle of Stonehenge?Fancy seeking out the Salisbury Giant and his mischievous companion, Hob Nob? For anyone with an interest in ...
Ideas for great days out: Steeped in myth and legend, with a history dating back over 5,000 years, south Wiltshire has no shortage of fascinating places to visit. Two of the most famous, of course, are medieval Salisbury: the perfect fusion of ancient and modern; ...
Shops and shopping: Shopping in Salisbury is a delight. Thanks to its origins in medieval times, many of our shops are housed in charming half-timbered buildings with quaint old street names to add to the sense of history. And because of the compact ...
Top ten things to do for FREE: We all know that holidays can be an expensive time - particularly if you are travelling as a family - so we have put together a list of fantastic things to see and do, all of which are completely without ...

Salisbury and Stonehenge - where to stay

England is renowned for the variety of its serviced accommodation and the Salisbury and Stonehenge area is no exception - from hotels, guesthouses and bed and breakfasts to farmhouses, pubs and inns, a warm welcome awaits you in south Wiltshire.

Guest accommodation categories: Guest Accommodation is the category which encompasses anything from one-room bed and breakfasts to larger places which may offer dinner and may be licensed. Bed and Breakfasts generally accommodate no more than six people. It's like staying as a special ...
Hotel categories: Hotels have a minimum of six bedrooms, but more likely to have 20+ rooms. Small Hotels have a maximum of 20 bedrooms and likely to be more personally run. Town House Hotels are in a city/town centre location and are ...
Never has quality meant so much: All the accommodation featured on this site has been quality assessed by either VisitBritain or the AA, or has recently applied for a rating and is awaiting assessment. Please be aware that ratings may change throughout the year. To confirm ...
Self-catering, hostels and camping categories: Self-catering For self-catering accommodation, the layout and design of the accommodation and the range and quality of the kitchen equipment is assessed, as well as the quality and comfort of the bedrooms and bathrooms and, most importantly, the cleanliness. ...

Salisbury and Stonehenge - food and drink

Town pubs and country pubs, pubs with gardens and pubs with ghosts - south Wiltshire has a whole array of friendly, welcoming inns where you can enjoy excellent food and drink at reasonable prices. And we have a great range ...

Salisbury and Stonehenge - what's on

For further details of these and other events, please contact Salisbury Tourist Information Centre - telephone +44 (0) 1722 334956 or email visitorinfo@salisbury.gov.uk . Please note that all events are subject to change - to avoid disappointment, be sure to ...

Salisbury and Stonehenge - plan your break

If you're looking for the perfect short-break destination, look no further than Salisbury and Stonehenge. Easily accessible by road or rail and encompassing more than 5,000 years of history and heritage, the region offers a fabulous range of things to ...

Getting here is easy: By rail With a direct service to and from London Waterloo, Salisbury is just 90 minutes away from the capital. There are regular services to London, Bath and Portsmouth and Salisbury is also easily accessible by rail from Exeter, Southampton, ...
Groups: Steeped in myth and legend, with over 5,000 years of history and heritage to be explored, it's easy to see why more groups are putting Salisbury and Stonehenge country on their ' must see ', 'must do' destination wish list.
South Wiltshire maps: o help you plan your stay we have put together a collection of maps of south Wiltshire for you to download - just click on the thumbnails or links below: Salisbury map (pdf 548KB) Salisbury parking ...
Tourist information: Salisbury Tourist Information Centre Why not start your trip to Salisbury by visiting the award-winning Salisbury Tourist Information Centre, where you will find a wide range of services to help you make the most of your stay. Our friendly and ...
Transport and touring: Exploring on your own is great, but a guided tour can really add to your appreciation and enjoyment. Walking tours, coach tours, car tours; tours in English or a range of foreign languages - whatever your requirements our guides will ...

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