Old Sarum
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Overview
The site of the original city of Salisbury. The 56-acre ruins of this once bustling town are rich in history and woodland. Founded in the Iron Age and occupied until the 16th century. Romans, Saxons and Normans have all left their mark.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open daily Oct, 10-5; Nov-29 Mar, 10-4; 30 Mar onwards (see website for opening times);1 Jan 10-4. Closed 24-26 Dec
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
About the area
Wiltshire’s charm lies in the beauty of its countryside, with expansive chalk landscapes of the Marlborough and Pewsey downs and miles of uninterrupted views deep into Dorset, Somerset and the Cotswolds. Stroll through quaint timbered and thatched villages in the southern Woodford and Avon valleys and explore the historic streets of the stone villages of Lacock, Castle Combe and Sherston.
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Nearby places to stay
Best Western Red Lion Hotel
This 750-year-old hotel is full of character, with a mix of bedrooms and suites; The Seamstress Room in the eves is their very stylish master suite and includes a cast iron tub taking c...
Sarum College
Yards from Salisbury Cathedral, Sarum College offers excellent guest accommodation in a Grade I-listed building whose oldest section – designed by Sir Christopher Wren – dates to 1677. ...
The Great Bustard
Behind the Great Bustard's smartly presented 19th-century brick façade is a stylishly revived and renovated restaurant with rooms. Walk through the cosy bar with its open fire to the op...
Coombe Touring Park
Coombe Touring Park is a very neat and attractive site adjacent to the racecourse with views over the downs. The park is well landscaped with shrubs and maturing trees, and the very col...
Burcombe Manor B&B
Located in the village of Burcombe, only five miles west of Salisbury, Burcombe Manor is a family home set at the edge of a 1300-acre farm with views out over the water meadows. Bedroom...
The George
Dating from 16th-century, and now Grade 2-listed, The George is centrally located in Amesbury. Stonehenge and Salisbury are right on the doorstep. This charming property is most welcomi...
Summerlands Caravan Park
A quiet family-run campsite off the beaten track. The site affords peace and tranquillity with panoramic views and level grass pitches. Situated within the Cranborne Chase, an AONB, six...
Stonehenge Campsite & Glamping Pods
This small campsite is split into three areas and has good, modern toilets and showers, a laundry facility and a shop for essentials. The lower end of the site has hardstandings for car...
