Around the Region

Stonehenge - "The great and ancient stone circle of Stonehenge is one of the wonders of the world. What visitors see today are the substantial remnants of the last in a sequence of such monuments erected between circa 3000BC and 1600BC. There has always been intense debate over quite what purpose Stonehenge served. Certainly, it was the focal point in a landscape filled with prehistoric ceremonial structures, now a World Heritage Site." ( English Heritage)

Avebury - "One of the most important megalithic monuments in Europe is spread over a vast area at Avebury*" "The stone circle is thought to date from around 2600BC, although the proper chronology of the site is not completely understood by archaeologists...What remains of the circle now is only a small proportion of what must have been an awe-inspiring place when it was in use over 4000 years ago**" (*National Trust) (**www.mysteriousbritain.co.uk)

Lacock - Lacock is a small, picturesque village that has not changed in two hundred years. There are no aerials, overhead cables or yellow lines and a walk through this magical village will feel like walking back in time. The main features of Lacock include the Abbey - one time home to Fox Talbot, the inventor of the camera - the 15th century Sign of the Angel, the 14th century Tithe Barn and The George, possibly the oldest pub in Wiltshire.

Castle Combe - Set in a wooded valley, Castle Combe is made up of charming stone cottages that all have a picture book prettiness and could be part of the reason it has been voted the prettiest village in England. The village can trace its origins to the middle ages, where a castle was once situated (some reamins can still be found). Today, the village is more famous for its many TV and film roles, most notably for its starring in "Dr Dolittle".

Bath - "Bath, England, is a unique city; its hot springs, Roman Baths, splendid Abbey and Georgian stone crescents have attracted visitors for centuries. Set in rolling Somerset countryside, it is a beautiful and unforgettable place to visit." (visitbath.org)

Silbury Hill - Silbury Hill is a 4500 year old, man-made mound and is the largest prehistoric mound in Europe. It is an imposing sight standing 130 feet high (about 40 meters), the base of the mound covers over 5 acres and the flattened top is around 100 feet across. No-one yet knows its original purpose, why it was built or how the construction took place.

Longleat Safari Park - "Discover the magnificent animals which roam the first Safari Park outside Africa from the comfort of your own car… see how you measure up to a giraffe, watch out for the zebras crossing, wander amongst the wallabies in wallaby wood and be enthralled by the majestic lions and tigers!" (Longleat website)