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A popular market town at
the foot of beautiful Marlborough Downs, Calne
once attracted the likes of the Romantic poet
Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
He spent two years here in pursuit of
inspiration.
It also provided a retreat for Joseph
Priestley, the man who discovered oxygen. |
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Calne - Photo:
Roger Cornfoot
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Bowood House - Photo:
Linda Bailey
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He was a librarian to the
Earl of Shelburne in the late 18th century.
His memorial can be seen close to St. Mary's
Church.
Local attractions include the Atwell-Wilson
Motor Museum, which contains a rare collection
of vintage and classic cars, motor cycles and
commercial vehicles, and the nearby mansion of
Bowood, famous for its works of art.
Partly designed by Robert Adam, it also has a
vast park landscaped by Capability Brown, a
lake, grotto, terraced gardens and children’s
adventure playground. |
