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Wiltshire - Tourist Attractions, Amusements,
Theme Parks, Walks, Viewpoints, Zoos, etc
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This page covers
general Tourist Attractions, including Amusement Parks,
Boat Trips,
Theme Parks, Specialist Shops, factory shops and outlet
villages, Guided Walks, Country Parks,
Viewpoints, Zoos and wildlife parks, etc.
We know that not all the attractions in Wiltshire
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SALISBURY FESTIVAL LTD
87 Crane Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PU
Tel: 01722 332977
Fax: 01722 410552
E-mail:
info@salisburyfestival.co.uk
Web:
www.salisburyfestival.co.uk
Dates for 2006: Friday
26th May to Sunday 11th June. Classical and
World Music share the limelight with literature,
theatre, dance, children's events and large
outdoor spectaculars. The Salisbury Festival has
a reputation for stunning and delighting
audiences year after year.
The Festival saw three
classic films screened outside with live music,
two wonderful circus's, a full dance programme
and plenty for the children. With over 120
events in two weeks there is always something
for everyone. 'A miracle of modern British
culture - setting the standards for arts
festivals everywhere' - The Times.
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ENGLISH CRAFTS
13 High Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2NJ
Tel: 01722 338877
E-mail:
davidgladden@blueyonder.co.uk
We stock a wide range of hand crafted gifts made
by local craft people. Our range of gifts
include wooden jewellery, barmoeters,
silverware, enamel ware, original art, wooden
boxes, bronze sculptures, engraved glass and
much much more. Situated in what was once a
Tudor public inn, which was visited by Samuel
Pepys, Oliver Cromwell and William Shakespeare.
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Salisbury Racecourse
Netherhampton, Salisbury, SP2 8PN
Tel: 01722 326461 Fax:
01722 412710
Web:
www.salisburyracecourse.co.uk
Salisbury Racecourse is one of England's oldest
racecourses, racing having taken place at the
picturesque downland course since the 16th
century. Salisbury stages a number of meetings
during the summer months when it successfully
combines high quality racing with a friendly and
enjoyable day out. Accompanied children are
always welcome at Salisbury (where a free crèche
facility is available at many meetings) and,
under the age of 16, are admitted free to all
meetings.
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RiverSpring Crafts
25 Middleton Road, Salisbury, SP2 7AY
Tel: 01722 414414
E-mail:
mail@riverspring.co.uk
Pottery painting for all ages - parties in their
studio and mobile parties offered.
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Tithe Barn
Barton Farm, Pound Lane, Bradford-on-Avon,
Wiltshire
Tel: 01225 865797
This magnificent 14th century Tithe Barn is one
of the largest in England and is open daily,
free of charge. The granary and old cow byres of
the farm have been restored as craft shops,
galleries and tea rooms.
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Stonehenge Historic
Landscape
Amesbury, nr Salisbury, SP4 7DE
Tel: 01980 623108 (Visitor centre EH)
01985 843600 (Open countryside NT)
E-mail:
stonehenge@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Ancient ceremonial landscape with many
archaeological features.
The Trust owns 850ha (2100 acres) of downland
surrounding the famous monument, including The
Avenue, King Barrows Ridge, Normanton Down
Barrows and the Cursus, variously interpreted
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Bridleway -
Photo:
Jim Champion
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The Trust is now managing this historic
landscape, which forms approximately one third
of the Stonehenge World Heritage Site, to
conserve archaeology, increase access and
balance the needs of modern agricultural
practice with nature conservation.
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Mounds: Stonehenge -
Photo:
Pam Brophy
CCL |
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Recent additions to the Estate include Durrington Walls, and the lesser cursus on
Greenlands Farm.
There are recommended walks and an
archaeological leaflet (£1) obtainable from the
leaflet dispenser in the car park or from the NT
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Silbury Hill and West
Kennet Long Barrow
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Just south of Avebury, and
generally considered part of the overall
Avebury temple "complex," stands Silbury Hill.
In a county full of prehistoric "mosts,"
Silbury Hill is yet another: The tallest
man-made prehistoric mound in Europe, and one
of the largest in the world.
Rising like a shallow, flat-topped cone from
the fields, it stands 40 meters high and
covers about five acres, with a base 1640 feet
in circumference.
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Silbury Hill -
Photo:
Jim Champion
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DEFRA – Rural Affairs
Tel: 08459 335577
E-mail:
helpline@defra.gsi.gov.uk
Web:
countrywalks.defra.gov.uk
More than 1800 walks etc in the United Kingdom.
Simply select your destination and you will be
rewarded with mini guides and map references to
help you explore the countryside at your
leisure.
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FARMER GILES FARMSTEAD LTD
Teffont, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 5QY
Tel: 01722 716338
Fax: 01722 716993
E-mail:
farmergiles@farmergiles.co.uk
Web:
www.farmergiles.co.uk
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If you love
the countryside and want to introduce
your children to farm animals, you will
enjoy a visit to Farmer Giles Farmstead.
Set in attractive Wiltshire downland,
adjacent to a real working farm where you
can see yester-years milking equipment in
the museum, bottle feed the lambs and
feed the other animals which include
pigs, Shetland ponies, donkeys, sheep and
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There is a Pet's Corner and an adventure
playground with tractors. Walk through the Beech
Belt or take a tractor ride. Enjoy the exhibition
areas, gift shop and licensed restaurant with home
cooked food. Farmer Giles is a venue for all
weathers with both indoor and outdoor picnic
areas. All groups welcome, including schools.
Disabled access and facilities.
Just off the A303 London to Exeter road at Teffont
- 12 miles west of Stonehenge. Follow the brown
tourist signs to Farmer Giles!
For further on Farmer Giles Farmstead near
Salisbury, Wiltshire see our website.
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Arn Hill Nature Reserve
Warminster, Wiltshire
Tel: 01985 218548
Around a mile from the centre of Warminster and
at 694 feet, Arn Hill is one of the many hills
that form the fringe of Salisbury Plain. The
Reserve's Nature Trail is a 2 mile circular
walk. The chalkland flora, which includes
orchids, attracts many insects and butterflies,
while the woods are a haven for several species
of birds.
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Bush Farm Bison Centre
Bush Farm, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 6AE
Tel: 01747 830263 Fax:
01747 830263
E-mail:
pseaford@aol.com
Bush Farm consists of 100 acres of grass fields
and 30 acres of old oak woods. Visitors take a
circular tour round the farm and see herds of
bison, wapiti and red deer. There are other
animals and birds to be seen around the
farmyard. There is a gallery of North American
artefacts. Bison meat for sale. Spacious picnic
areas in the woods or by the lakes.
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Longleat
Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW
Tel: 01985 844400 Fax:
01985 844885
E-mail:
events@longleat.co.uk
Voted "UK Family Attraction of the Year 2002" by
the Good Britain Guide, Longleat is a wonderland
of attractions just waiting to be explored!
Experience incredibly close encounters with the
world's most magnificent animals including
lions, tigers and giraffes in the UK's original
Safari Park. Get lost in the "World's Longest
Hedge Maze", voyage on the Safari Boats, solve
the riddle of King Arthur's Mirror Maze, journey
on the Longleat Railway, let the kids explore
the turrets and bridges of the Adventure Castle,
discover the treasures and heirlooms within
Longleat House and much much more!
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Shearwater Lake
Warminster, Wiltshire
Tel: Contact West Wiltshire District
Council for information on 01225 776655
Surrounded by 38 acres of magnificent woodland,
Shearwater Lake is one of the finest waterways
in West Wiltshire. The lake, which is part of
the Longleat Estate was designed in 1791 by
Francis Drake of Bridgwater. It is known for its
fishing and sailing. A 20 mile long cycle route
through the Wylye valley to Salisbury begins
here.
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Smallbrook Meadows Nature
Reserve
Warminster, Wiltshire
Tel: 01985 218548
A delightful nature reserve situated at the end
of Warminster Lake Pleasure Gardens consisting
of water meadows and woodland. Its location,
next to the River Were attracts an array of
rarely seen wild flowers and wildlife. The
variety of habitats makes the reserve a special
place worth visiting throughout the year. A
nature trail guide is available.
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