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Wiltshire
Guides & Maps
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 Warminster
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| Warminster,
on the western edge of the Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, the
town was once an important market town, its prosperity based
on wool, cloth and corn.
Fought over in the Civil War the town supported James II
against the Monmouth rebellion.
Today Warminster is a good base to explore the countryside,
including Bath, Stonehenge, Longleat and Bradford-on-Avon.
Also well known as a UFO "hot spot" so keep your
eyes peeled!
Warminster has a park and boating lake, and Shearwater, on
the A350 is a popular spot.
The town hall is a
building of note, built in 1837 by the Marquis of Bath to
a design reproducing a wing of Longleat house. Also
St Denys Church,14th century, St. Lawrence Chapel, 13th century
and Warminster School which dates from 1707 are worth
a look.
Tourist Information Centre in
the town.
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Map of Warminster |
What
To See -
Warminster Tourist Attractions
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 Dewey
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Longleat,
the stately home, one the most popular attractions in the area,
with its house, safari park, boat trips, plus other attractions
including a railway, dolls house collection, Doctor Who and
Postman Pat exhibitions, as well as the Capability Brown gardens!
A full day out for all the family, cheaper to buy the all in
Passport then pay to visit individual attractions. Tel: 01985
844400 
Open: Mid Mar-Oct, House open all year except Christmas Day
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Hill, west on
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Hall Gardens,
at Stockton, 7 miles south east off A36, small garden in the
village
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Where
To Stay in Warminster
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Boreham Road Warminster BA12 9HH MAP
This English country house in the beautiful Wylye Valley has a luxurious spa, 2 AA Rosette dining in Mulberry, and is a 10-minute journey from Longleat House and Safari Park. Bishopstrow House is perfect for de-stressing and relaxing.
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Longbridge Deverill near Warminster BA12 7DG MAP
In 2 acres of beautiful grounds, on the banks of the River Wylye, the George offers stunning views, freshly prepared food, a traditional oak-beamed bar, free Wi-Fi and en suite accommodation.
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Longleat Warminster BA12 7LY MAP
The Bath Arms at Longleat, a wonderful old estate hotel in the quiet and unspoilt village of Horningsham, lies at the heart of the Marquess of Bath’s magnificent Longleat Estate in Wiltshire. The hotel, restaurant and bar has now re-opened
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Church Street Maiden Bradley near Warminster BA12 7HW MAP
This pub-with-rooms has recently been refurbished to a luxurious standard. It is set in beautiful countryside 4 miles (6.4 km) from Longleat and from Stourhead. Each boutique-style bedroom is styled with exquisite taste and boasts modern amenities.
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Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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54 Upton Lovell Warminster BA12 0JP MAP
The Prince Leopold is a short drive from Bath, Longleat Safari and Stonehenge. It serves fresh food, homemade desserts, and some rooms have views of the river or Wyle Valley. The Leopold lounge bar has an open fire, comfy seating and river views.
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47 Market Place Warminster BA12 9AZ MAP
In the market town of Warminster, The Anchor Hotel has free Wi-Fi, en suite rooms and free parking. Warminster rail station is a short walk away. The Gingerpot restaurant serves snacks and evening meals.
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Service Area A36/A350 Bypass Warminster BA12 7RU MAP
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near Warminster Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
This charming and very comfortable hay barn conversion enjoys direct access onto the bridle path leading to lovely Bishopstrow Down. Set in the grounds of the owners' delightful Georgian farmhouse, it is only 1½ miles from Warminster's many shops, inns…...
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46 Victoria Road Warminster BA12 8HF Tel: 0844 847 1200 MAP
This comfortable property sits on the fringes of Warminster once an important market town made prosperous by the trade in wood cloth and corn and a stopping point for coaches in the olden days. One of a little row of four Rookery Nook is ideally located f...
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Around
The Warminster Area
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are here Bath is a must, but also visit Bradford-on-Avon |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Westbury (3.89 miles) Frome (6.27 miles) Trowbridge (7.98 miles) Bradford-on-Avon (10.28 miles) Melksham (11.85 miles) Radstock (12.90 miles) Devizes (13.00 miles) Shaftesbury (13.90 miles) Midsomer Norton (14.17 miles) Wincanton (14.28 miles) Bath (14.42 miles) |
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