Places to stay in Wiltshire

Wiltshire

Wiltshire is steeped in history right through the ages. Stonehenge, the prehistoric stone circle, dating from about 3000BC. The huge White Horses carved in the chalk hillsides. Salisbury Cathedral, built in the 13th Century, with its 404ft spire, which is the tallest in England. Historic houses and gardens such as Stourhead, Lacock Abbey and Longleat, to name a few. The administrative centre is Trowbridge. Wiltshire is also, of course, well known for its carpets. Wiltshire itself has a mysterious and magical past, rich in the history of early man. The stone circles of Stonehenge on Salisbury Plain, Avebury between Devizes and Swindon, both World Heritage Sites. Then there's Silbury Hill, West Kennet Long Barrow, Wood Henge, Old Sarum, various castles. And crop circles. If you are into walking, how about Wiltshire's "White Horse Trail". A 90 mile circular tour of all eight white horses, taking in some of the most stunning landscapes of Southern England, including the Ridgeway, Europe's oldest road. 'Walking in Wiltshire' have 10 walks, mostly suitable for families and away from the madding crowd. Visit historical towns such as Devizes and Marlborough. Stroll round Pewsey, Wiltshire's largest village. Perhaps you are more into cycling. The Wiltshire cycleway winds its way through peaceful country lanes and takes in a lot of the county’s most attractive places. Then there are the off-road routes. Walking and Cycling not for you. Well how about a peaceful canal holiday, horse riding, fishing, golf, motor sports, water recreation, hang gliding. In fact, most anything for the outdoor type of person. But if that doesn't take your fancy, just book into one of the welcoming "Hotels", "Bed and Breakfasts, "Self Catering" or "Camp Sites" and take leisurely day trips, touring the sites of the county and the rest of the South West of England.