Wiltshire

World-famous gardens, villages and ancient landscapes along with some lesser-known gems, there are plenty of places in our care in Wiltshire that can provide a fun day out.

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A view of the bridge and lake at Stourhead in autumn with red and green trees either side of the water and the domed Temple of Apollo in the background

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Stourhead

A Palladian house and world-famous landscape garden with a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, a mystical grotto and rare and exotic trees.

Family in summer clothes walking through the cloister at Lacock Abbey

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Lacock

Country house with monastic roots, once home to William Henry Fox Talbot, inventor of the photographic negative

Sheep grazing around the standing stones at Avebury with autumn trees in the background in Wiltshire.

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Avebury

Ancient stone circle ane museum in the heart of the Avebury World Heritage Site.

A view of the front of Mompesson House from Choristers' Green in Salisbury Cathedral Close

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Mompesson House

Homely and welcoming 18th-century townhouse in the heart of Salisbury's Cathedral Close

Family exploring the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire

Family-friendly places in Wiltshire

The view of the Pantheon building from across the still lake, with autumn trees and blue sky reflected in the water

Gardens and parks in Wiltshire

Visitors exploring the medieval cloisters at Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire

Houses and buildings in Wiltshire

Aerial view of Figsbury Ring Neolithic and Iron Age site, with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside on a sunny day in Wiltshire.

Castles and forts in Wiltshire

Low light casts long shadows across the Henge at Avebury, Wiltshire

Countryside areas in Wiltshire

Visitors walking along the henge bank at Avebury, Wiltshire

Dog-friendly places in Wiltshire

A family group wearing winter coats sit at a wooden outside table with takeaway hot drinks cups

Christmas in Wiltshire

From after-dark illuminated trails to festive decorations, we've something for the whole family this Christmas around Wiltshire. Here's a few suggestions to start planning your visit.

A view of The Dye Pool in autumn showing topiary and lilies at The Courts Garden, Wiltshire

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The Courts

Delightful English country garden

A view of the exterior of Great Chalfield Manor across the moat and forecourt, the sun is low in the sky and glinting off the roof.the

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Great Chalfield Manor and Garden

Charming fifteenth-century manor house with Arts and Crafts garden

A wildflower meadow with lots of purple and yellow flowers surrounding King Alfred's Tower at Stourhead

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Alfred's Tower

Triangular tower named after King Alfred who raised his standard here in 870

The entrance to Westwood Manor from the top of Westwood church in Wiltshire

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Westwood Manor

Fifteenth-century stone manor house

Making new friends, working in amazing places, and knowing that you're helping a great cause - just three great reasons to volunteer with the National Trust in Wiltshire.

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Visitors and room guide reading an archive newspaper in the Kitchen at Avebury Manor, Wiltshire

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Volunteering at Avebury

If you or your workplace are interested in volunteering at Avebury and the Wiltshire landscape, here’s everything you need to know about joining the team.

Flower border beside a stone path with the Well Court behind at Great Chalfield Manor, Wiltshire

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Volunteering at Great Chalfield Manor

When Jennifer Connor became a garden volunteer at Great Chalfield for a summer she had no idea of the effect it would have on her life and future. Read more about her story here.

Sheep grazing green grass in front of the ha-ha at Lacock Abbey in Wiltshire on a warm autumn day

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Supporter groups in Wiltshire

There is one National Trust supporter group in Wiltshire where you can join to meet like-minded people, make new friends and learn more about the work of the National Trust.

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The Wiltshire Chalk Partnership

Learn more about the Wiltshire Chalk Partnership and its ambition to help restore and create precious chalk grassland habitats.

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places in Wiltshire you can visit without a car.

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Places you can visit in Wiltshire without a car

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places that we care for in Wiltshire that you can visit without a car. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your a car-free day out.

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Community Christmas Tree Festival

Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire

The cloister is all a-glitter with the magic of nature at Christmas.

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Christmas at Avebury

Avebury, Marlborough, Wiltshire

Avebury Manor remains closed following flooding in January, but Christmas magic will be sprinkled across the site and there’s still lots of festive cheer for all to enjoy.

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International Photography Exhibition

Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire

Be captivated by artworks from the world's longest running photography exhibition, selected for Lacock in collaboration with the Royal Photographic Society.

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Story time with St. Nicholas

Avebury, Marlborough, Wiltshire

Enter the festively decorated Dovecote to meet St. Nicholas, hear a special Christmas story, and receive a Christmas gift.

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Storytime with Mother Christmas

Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire

Meet Mother Christmas for Storytime in the Lacock festive grotto. A cosy, magical experience to delight young visitors and get everyone excited for Christmas.

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A Fairytale Christmas at Mompesson House

Mompesson House, Salisbury, Wiltshire

This 2024, fairy-tales will come alive at Mompesson House as we take you back in time for a magical Victorian Christmas.

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Christmas at Stourhead

Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire

The after-dark illuminated trail returns once again.

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Storytime with Father Christmas

Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire

Join us for some festive magic. Create cosy Christmas crafts, gallop with hobby-reindeer and snuggle up for a festive story with Father Christmas in his magical grotto.

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Two visitors laughing at each other whilst admiring the Dining Room at Christmas at Lanhydrock, Cornwall

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