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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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Pearce Way Bishopsdown Salisbury SP1 3YU
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Just off the A30, only 2 miles (3.2 km) from Salisbury's city centre and with easy access to the A303 and M27, the hotel offers great value, with free parking and comfortable, modern rooms.
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St. John Street Salisbury SP1 2SD
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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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206 Castle Street Salisbury SP1 3TE
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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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Guest
Houses Bed & Breakfasts Inns and Other Hotels
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Milford Salisbury SP1 2AP
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Situated in a 15th century merchant house, this affordable lodge provides comfortable accommodation in an excellent location in Salisbury, a cathedral city of Wiltshire.
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Town Path Salisbury SP2 8EU
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The Old Mill Hotel sits on the edge of the river Avon with beautiful views across the river and of Salisbury Cathedral. The 12th century building has many original features, including the mill race which runs through the restaurant.
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Southampton Road Newton near Salisbury SP5 2QL
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Set within 3 acres of grounds, this 16th century farmhouse offers a traditional, secluded getaway within a 10 minute drive of Salisbury and the New Forest.
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Whiteparish near Salisbury SP5 2RQ Tel: 01244 357717
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The Methodist Chapel is situated in the attractive South Wiltshire village of Whiteparish....
Sleeps: 8 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: £299 - £729 a week.
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Nunton near Salisbury SP5 4HB Tel: 01244 357717
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This semi-detached cottage is located just a short walk from the village pub in Nunton, just four miles south of the cathedral city of Salisbury....
Sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms
. Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Sat Price Guide: 325.00-620.00
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Farley near Salisbury SP5 1AG Tel: 0844 847 1200
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This well appointed single storey cottage adjoining the owner's property is set on the edge of Blankmoor Copse nature Reserve and Bentley Wood ideal for walking. Just 3 miles from the city of Salisbury's famous Cathedral and spire great shopping a...
Sleeps 2
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Days Out in and around Salisbury
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| Stonehenge
is a must if you haven't seen it but try a trip to Wilton |
Towns near Salisbury To Visit - straight line distance:
Wilton Tourist Information (3.04 miles) Amesbury Tourist Information (7.17 miles) Fordingbridge Tourist Information (9.66 miles) Middle Wallop Tourist Information (10.37 miles) |
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Area
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