Pewsey Vale Guidebook -
Things to do in and around Marlborough and Wilcot
Sightseeing
Avebury henge and stone circles are one of the greatest marvels of prehistoric Britain. Built and much altered during the Neolithic period, roughly between 2850 BC and 2200 BC, the henge survives as a huge circular bank and ditch, encircling an area that includes part of Avebury village. Within the henge is the largest stone circle in Britain - originally of about 100 stones - which in turn encloses two smaller stone circles.
Avebury is part of an extraordinary set of Neolithic and Bronze Age ceremonial sites that seemingly formed a vast sacred landscape. They include West Kennet Avenue, West Kennet Long Barrow, The Sanctuary, Windmill Hill, and the mysterious Silbury Hill. Many can be reached on foot from the village. The Alexander Keiller Museum also displays many notable finds from the Avebury monuments. Together with Stonehenge, Avebury and its surroundings are a World Heritage Site.
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Avebury
Avebury henge and stone circles are one of the greatest marvels of prehistoric Britain. Built and much altered during the Neolithic period, roughly between 2850 BC and 2200 BC, the henge survives as a huge circular bank and ditch, encircling an area that includes part of Avebury village. Within the henge is the largest stone circle in Britain - originally of about 100 stones - which in turn encloses two smaller stone circles.
Avebury is part of an extraordinary set of Neolithic and Bronze Age ceremonial sites that seemingly formed a vast sacred landscape. They include West Kennet Avenue, West Kennet Long Barrow, The Sanctuary, Windmill Hill, and the mysterious Silbury Hill. Many can be reached on foot from the village. The Alexander Keiller Museum also displays many notable finds from the Avebury monuments. Together with Stonehenge, Avebury and its surroundings are a World Heritage Site.
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, two miles (3 km) west of Amesbury. It consists of an outer ring of vertical sarsen standing stones, each around 13 feet (4.0 m) high, seven feet (2.1 m) wide, and weighing around 25 tons, topped by connecting horizontal lintel stones.
One of the most famous landmarks in the United Kingdom, Stonehenge is regarded as a British cultural icon.
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Stonehenge
Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, two miles (3 km) west of Amesbury. It consists of an outer ring of vertical sarsen standing stones, each around 13 feet (4.0 m) high, seven feet (2.1 m) wide, and weighing around 25 tons, topped by connecting horizontal lintel stones.
One of the most famous landmarks in the United Kingdom, Stonehenge is regarded as a British cultural icon.
Bath
Beautiful Spa town, one of the 10 most visited in the UK.
Enjoy the serenity and splendour of this stunning Cathedral, gaze up at Britain’s tallest spire, explore Britain’s largest Cathedral Close and Cloisters, see the world’s oldest mechanical clock and the best-preserved original 1215 Magna Carta – all in one beautiful place.
And the town itself is also beautiful!
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Catedral de Salisbury
Enjoy the serenity and splendour of this stunning Cathedral, gaze up at Britain’s tallest spire, explore Britain’s largest Cathedral Close and Cloisters, see the world’s oldest mechanical clock and the best-preserved original 1215 Magna Carta – all in one beautiful place.
And the town itself is also beautiful!
Savernake Forest
Beautiful house and amazing grounds for kids, with a fantastic adventure playground.
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Bowood House and Gardens
Old RoadBeautiful house and amazing grounds for kids, with a fantastic adventure playground.
Casa de Wilton
Another slightly further trip, but well worth it for the world famous gardens and brilliant activities for kids.
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Stourhead
Another slightly further trip, but well worth it for the world famous gardens and brilliant activities for kids.
Food scene
Best local spots to eat
Rick Stein
Great local restaurant in Marlborough.
Dan's restaurant
6-7 The ParadeOne of the best restaurants in Marlborough!
Brilliant farm shop, with a cafe and wine bar in Marlborough
Eversfield Organic, Marlborough Farm Shop
109 High StreetBrilliant farm shop, with a cafe and wine bar in Marlborough
The Seven Stars Inn
Gores LaneOne of the best local Pubs to Wilcot.
Michelin starred restaurant 10 minutes from Wilcot
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Red Lion Freehouse & Troutbeck Guest House
Michelin starred restaurant 10 minutes from Wilcot
Coffi Lab Marlborough
141 High StreetGreat coffee in a beautiful building
Bunce's
100 High StThe best brunch in the area!
Brilliant for coffee and cake, and handmade chopping boards and other treasures the owners source. Sometimes from their home country, South Africa. Check out Digger and Mojo for antiques, JW Foods for excellent fish and the garden center whilst there!
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Sticks and Stones
Brilliant for coffee and cake, and handmade chopping boards and other treasures the owners source. Sometimes from their home country, South Africa. Check out Digger and Mojo for antiques, JW Foods for excellent fish and the garden center whilst there!
Franklyns Bistro
46 Kingsbury StreetJust at the bottom of the road, a sweet bistro that opened last year.
Cinema
Awesome new cinema in Marlborough. Highly recommended for wet days...or just lazy ones!
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The Parade Cinema Marlborough
The ParadeAwesome new cinema in Marlborough. Highly recommended for wet days...or just lazy ones!
Shopping
Browse antiques and gifts at this vintage furniture shop and workshop. Full of treasures!
Digger and Mojo - Antiques and Vintage Furniture Emporium and Workshop
Browse antiques and gifts at this vintage furniture shop and workshop. Full of treasures!
Willow & Wolf
Brilliant shop owned by a friend, Izzy, with fabulous fashion and gifts and homeware.
Curate
3 High StreetExcellent women's clothing shop. New to the high street.
Busby & Fox - Marlborough
142 High StreetAnother really good, fairly new, clothing shop.