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| Malmesbury,
the main town in this area of North Wiltshire, separated from
the rest by the M4. Sited on a hill it was the first borough
in England, created in 880 and once was fortified.
Famous for its abbey,
which was sold after the Dissolution and used as a source
of building materials. The remains of the abbey can be seen,
and is slightly famous as in 1025 Brother Oliver tried to
fly from the roof, he glided 200 yards but broke both legs.
The abbey has a green in front as well as an old pub, the
Old Bell.
Most of the old buildings
in Malmesbury remain, including the Abbey House, which is
private, Abbey Mill, down by the river, and weavers cottages.
There are river walks, but a wandering around the town is
the best way to explore this attractive town and feel its
history.
Once a market town
with a railway, there are a considerable number of pubs and
the High Street has most types of shops.
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Map of Malmesbury |
What
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Malmesbury Tourist Attractions
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 Alhelstan
Museum, Cross
Hayes, local history.Tel: 01666 822143 
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| Malmesbury
Abbey, with its Norman arch, stained glass by William
Morris and the tomb of the Saxon King Althelstan, first
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Where
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Abbey Row Malmesbury SN16 0BW
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England’s oldest hotel (from 1220) in England’s first capital offers quintessentially English service and hospitality. Experience levels of service that you would find hard to better anywhere in England.
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Crudwell Malmesbury SN16 9EW
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This tranquil country house hotel has a great location for Cheltenham race goers, just 5 minutes from Kemble train station, with trains running directly to Cheltenham on a regular basis.
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29 High Street Malmesbury SN16 9AA
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The King’s Arms Hotel is a 16th-century coaching inn nestled in central Malmesbury. The shops and amenities of the hilltop market town are a few minutes’ walk away.
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The Street Charlton near Malmesbury SN16 9DL
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In the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, this traditional country inn offers stylish and attractive accommodation; Michelin-recommended food; and peaceful, tranquil surroundings for a relaxing or romantic break.
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Corston near Malmesbury SN16 0EX
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With pleasant rooms and free Wi-Fi, The Manor House is in the middle of Rodbourne, surrounded by 1000 acres of farmland and 5 miles from the M4. Rodbourne is located on the edge of the Cotswolds and is about 30 minutes from Bath, Bristol and...
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Lower Farm Easton Town Sherston near Malmesbury SN16 0PS Tel: 0844 847 1200
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In the glorious setting of the Cotswold Hills this beautifully converted old stables makes an ideal base for exploring a myriad fascinating attractions including the elegant city of Bath (20 miles) Westonbirt Arboretum and the antique shops of Tetbury. Ad...
Sleeps 5
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Lea, Malmesbury Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Peacefully set amidst meadows and woodland on the edge of a village, this delightful and spacious converted barn enjoys comfortable accommodation in a courtyard setting and its own private terrace and garden. Set just a short stroll from the local dini......
Sleeps 2 + 2 + cot
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Upper Seagry near Malmesbury SN15 5HB Tel: 01244 357717
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This detached, single-storey barn conversion is located on the owner's beef farm at the edge of Upper Seagry....
Sleeps up to 4 in 2 bedrooms
. Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: 227.00-469.00
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Days Out in and around Malmesbury
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to Cirencester and onwards into the Cotswolds! |
Towns near Malmesbury To Visit - straight line distance:
Tetbury Tourist Information (4.62 miles) Chippenham Tourist Information (8.57 miles) Cirencester Tourist Information (10.73 miles) Wotton-under-Edge Tourist Information (11.56 miles) |
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Area
Telephone Code
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Information
Centre
The Town Hall
Cross Hayes
Tel: 01666 823748
Fax: 01666 826166 |
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