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Wiltshire
Guides & Maps
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 Salisbury
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| Salisbury,
based around the cathedral, with its neat Close, is full of
old buildings, from the 14th century onwards, that are a delight
to the eye in this very English of towns.
The River Avon runs
past the town, with paths and gardens along the water meadows,
and being close to the cathedral makes a great view back towards
the town.
Salisbury is an ancient
city, and first became important after the old town, Old Sarum
was abandoned, and the new cathedral was built here in 1220..
The town is a regional
shopping centre and has a market, at the Charter Market, twice
a week. Lots of old inns to try and enjoy, or do some shopping
in the town, it has traditional shops as well as three shopping
centres.
There are two theatres
as well as the City Hall Entertainment Centre, a swimming
pool, Leisure Centre with balloon flights, and a race course.
Salisbury has a Tourist Information Centre.
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Map of Salisbury |
What
To See -
Salisbury Tourist Attractions
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 Salisbury
Cathedral, St Mary's Cathedral is a must, this
impressive building with a 404 foot high spire, set in the Cathedral
Close with the Bishops Palace and other buildings, it also has
a 14th century clock, the oldest mechanical clock in the world,
one of 4 copies of the Magna Carta, on display in the Chapter
House, tours available, occasional events, shop, etc, Tel: 01722
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| Salisbury
and South Wiltshire Museum, The Kings House, 65 The Close,
opposite the Cathedral, Stonehenge Gallery, Warminster Jewel,
history of the area, Turner pictures, costume, lace, porcelain
displays, all in 17th Century rooms,Tel: 01722 332151 |
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Wardrobe, 58 The Close, opposite the Cathedral, house
dates from 1254 and was a store for clothes, now has the museum
of the Royal Gloucestershire, Berkshire and Wiltshire Regiment,
history of the regiment, gardens, tea rooms, shop, etc,
Tel: 01722 414536 |
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Medieval Hall, The Close, opposite the Cathedral,
hosts a 40 minute audio-visual introduction to Salisbury in
this 13th century hall, hourly performances, Tel: 01722 324731
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Mompesson
House, The Close, opposite the Cathedral, National Trust,
Queen Anne house, redecorated in 1740, collection of glass as
well as furnished rooms. Tel: 01722 335659
Open: Apr-Oct afternoons Sat-Wed 14.00-17.30 |
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Sarum, National
Heritage, just out of the town, north on A354,very large Iron
Age hill fort used by the Romans, with ruined castle and cathedral,
shop, Tel: 01722 335398
Open: All Year |
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| Heale
House & Gardens,
at Middle Woodford, A360 north then east, the house is private
but the 8 acres of gardens are open all year, and include a
Water Garden and Japanese Garden, shop, etc, Tel: 01722 782504
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| Philipps
House, at Dinton,
A30 west then B3089, National Trust, 19th century mansion, restored,
parkland, Tel: 01985 843600
Open:Mon 1-5pm and Sat 10am-1pm, Apr-Oct; grounds open all year
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| Ebble
Valley, follow
the river along this valley and see small villages on the way,
take the A354 out of Salisbury, then small roads north. |
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Wardour Castle,
on A30 towards Shaftsbury, built in 1393 it was severely damaged
in the Civil War and was never repaired, in 1756 Lord Arundell
built a new house leaving the castle as a romantic ruin.Tel:
01747 870487 Closed 1-2, and Mon and Tues in winter
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| Larmer
Tree Gardens,
A354 then north on B3081 to Tollard Royal, Victorian gardens
created by General Pitt Rivers to " enlighten and educate" its
visitors.Croquet lawns, temples, water features, pheasants,
playground, picnic areas, Tel: 01725 516228
Open:Sun-Thu Easter-end of Sept 11:00-17:00 (closed if special
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Where
To Stay in Salisbury
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Warminster Road Salisbury SP2 0PR MAP
This family-run public house was built over 150 years ago as a coaching inn, and is situated in the picturesque Wylye Valley, just 10 minutes’ drive from Salisbury.
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4 Milford Street Salisbury SP1 2AN MAP
This hotel is Salisbury's hidden treasure. Walk through the 13th century coaching archway to the unique courtyard that lies beyond. Situated in the heart of the city, the Red Lion offers a warm welcome and convivial atmosphere.
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206 Castle Street Salisbury SP1 3TE MAP
Milford Hall is the highest rated of all the hotels in Salisbury. It is located in the heart of this ancient city, just a short walk from the shopping area and cathedral, and is ideally located for visiting Stonehenge.
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St. John Street Salisbury SP1 2SD MAP
A striking 17th century building with an elegant classical facade, lying just opposite Salisbury Cathedral. Offering an award-winning restaurant and traditional hospitality: the perfect place to stay when visiting Salisbury.
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Harnham Road Salisbury SP2 8JQ MAP
The Legacy Rose and Crown Hotel is a 13th Century coaching inn, with a riverside location in the city of Salisbury. There are many original features remaining like the old wooden beams and log fire in the traditional oak bar.
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9-13 St John's Street Salisbury SP1 2SB MAP
It is not known exactly when the Kings Arms Hotel was first built. Rumour has it that the stones for Salisbury Cathedral - situated opposite the hotel, were cut in what is now our Chapter House Restaurant in 1220 A.D.
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70 Harnham Road Salisbury SP2 8JN MAP
Grasmere House Hotel is a fine Victorian house surrounded by mature gardens, situated on the banks of the Rivers Avon and Nadder only a few minutes walk from the centre of Salisbury.
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Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Ebbesbourne Wake near Salisbury SP5 5JB
This beautiful 16th century thatched cottage is situated on the edge of the village of Ebbesbourne Wake in the Cranborne Chase and West Dorset Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It nestles beneath a hill, surrounded by a large sunny ... Sleeps 4
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Downton near Salisbury SP5 3NW
Botleys Farm is a family home and farm in the heart of the countryside within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty only 9 miles from Salisbury and 5 miles from the New Forest.With stunning views across the Wiltshire Downs, veggies ... Sleeps 4
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Around
The Salisbury Area
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is a must if you haven't seen it but try a trip to Wilton |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Wilton (3.04 miles) Amesbury (7.17 miles) Fordingbridge (9.66 miles) Middle Wallop (10.37 miles) Cranborne (11.71 miles) Romsey (14.00 miles) Lyndhurst (16.44 miles) Andover (16.71 miles) Brockenhurst (19.55 miles) Wimborne Minster (20.21 miles) Beaulieu (22.73 miles) |
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