Amanda and David’s guidebook

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Amanda and David’s guidebook

Sightseeing

Beautiful National Trust village. Often used for filming period dramas. Harry Potter was filmed at the Abbey. Some great places to eat. The Angel requires pre-booking mostly
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Lacock
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Beautiful National Trust village. Often used for filming period dramas. Harry Potter was filmed at the Abbey. Some great places to eat. The Angel requires pre-booking mostly
Stunning World Heritage Site village, with ancient stone circle, National Trust Manor House and gardens. Great walks. See national trust for more information and ideas! Stone circle is same age as Stonehenge. Can walk amongst the stones and touch them also!
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Avebury
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Stunning World Heritage Site village, with ancient stone circle, National Trust Manor House and gardens. Great walks. See national trust for more information and ideas! Stone circle is same age as Stonehenge. Can walk amongst the stones and touch them also!
Uncover the incredible story of one of the world’s most famous places. This must-see monument is a powerful testament to human ingenuity, imagination and creativity, and a visit today offers something for everyone to enjoy. Experience the unforgettable atmosphere of the Stone Circle and follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric people who lived here 4,000 years ago as you walk among the Neolithic houses. Dig deeper in the world-class exhibition, and take time to explore the monuments and mysteries of the wider Stonehenge landscape.
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Stonehenge
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Uncover the incredible story of one of the world’s most famous places. This must-see monument is a powerful testament to human ingenuity, imagination and creativity, and a visit today offers something for everyone to enjoy. Experience the unforgettable atmosphere of the Stone Circle and follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric people who lived here 4,000 years ago as you walk among the Neolithic houses. Dig deeper in the world-class exhibition, and take time to explore the monuments and mysteries of the wider Stonehenge landscape.
The largest artificial mound in Europe, mysterious Silbury Hill compares in height and volume to the roughly contemporary Egyptian pyramids. Probably completed in around 2400 BC, it apparently contains no burial. Though clearly important in itself, its purpose and significance remain unknown. Silbury Hill is part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
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Silbury Hill
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The largest artificial mound in Europe, mysterious Silbury Hill compares in height and volume to the roughly contemporary Egyptian pyramids. Probably completed in around 2400 BC, it apparently contains no burial. Though clearly important in itself, its purpose and significance remain unknown. Silbury Hill is part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
The Kennet & Avon Canal has awesome examples of canal engineering. The 16 locks that form the steepest part of the flight at Caen Hill are not only a scheduled ancient monument, they are an Olympic sized challenge every boater must do. This 'wonder of the waterway' is literally a rite of passage (Or should that be a flight of passage?). Caen Hill (pronounced ‘cane’ by the way), is one of the longest continuous flight of locks in the country - a total of 29 locks with a rise of 237 feet over 2 miles with a 1 in 44 gradient for anyone who's counting!
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Șanțurile Caen Hill
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The Kennet & Avon Canal has awesome examples of canal engineering. The 16 locks that form the steepest part of the flight at Caen Hill are not only a scheduled ancient monument, they are an Olympic sized challenge every boater must do. This 'wonder of the waterway' is literally a rite of passage (Or should that be a flight of passage?). Caen Hill (pronounced ‘cane’ by the way), is one of the longest continuous flight of locks in the country - a total of 29 locks with a rise of 237 feet over 2 miles with a 1 in 44 gradient for anyone who's counting!
Beautiful walks with parking close by.
Pewsey Downs
Beautiful walks with parking close by.
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Bowood House și Grădinile
Old Road
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City/town information

Marlborough is situated in the picturesque rural north-east of Wiltshire. Much of its great natural beauty is environmentally protected and it offers the discerning visitor a unique blend of modern attractions and facilities. Site of a twice-weekly market, the High Street is one of the widest in the UK and lined on both sides with characterful old buildings housing an array of high quality shops. Marlborough has been recenlty ranked as the second best place to shop in England by The Harper Dennis Hobbs’ (HDH) annual Vitality Rankings. The town displays the confidence of wealth from times past, yet today remains vibrant and progressive with its own chic café culture and many independent shops.
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Marlborough
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Marlborough is situated in the picturesque rural north-east of Wiltshire. Much of its great natural beauty is environmentally protected and it offers the discerning visitor a unique blend of modern attractions and facilities. Site of a twice-weekly market, the High Street is one of the widest in the UK and lined on both sides with characterful old buildings housing an array of high quality shops. Marlborough has been recenlty ranked as the second best place to shop in England by The Harper Dennis Hobbs’ (HDH) annual Vitality Rankings. The town displays the confidence of wealth from times past, yet today remains vibrant and progressive with its own chic café culture and many independent shops.

Food scene

Great food and lovely views along the canal side.
Honey Street
Great food and lovely views along the canal side.
Lovely food, good atmosphere and friendly staff. Very reaso=bale prices too. Middle of the Market Square with seating at front and rear as well.
The New Society
31 The Market Place
Lovely food, good atmosphere and friendly staff. Very reaso=bale prices too. Middle of the Market Square with seating at front and rear as well.
Excellent food and very friendly staff. One of our favourite indian restaurants.
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1 Spice
9-10 Maryport St
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Excellent food and very friendly staff. One of our favourite indian restaurants.

Golf

Golf course within 5 minutes drive of the property. Actually David is a member there so can recommend it.
North Wilts Golf Club
Golf course within 5 minutes drive of the property. Actually David is a member there so can recommend it.
PGA Golf Course highly rated if you are an avid golfer.
Bowood Golf & Country Club
PGA Golf Course highly rated if you are an avid golfer.