Things to do and see

The Longs Arms is a beautiful country pub serving cask ale and fresh seasonal food, in a relaxed environment with warm and friendly service.

A balanced and exciting menu, offering seasonal ingredents that blend together. Serving modern British classics, using the best local food from trusted suppliers. Customers are welcome to relax in the beautiful walled garden, surrounded by ancient fruit trees and views of the medieval, village church.

The Biddestone Arms is situated just a short 5 minute drive from Corsham in the village of Biddestone.

Offering excellent quality traditional British food with a gastro pub feel. Food ranges from sandwiches and bar snacks to a full a la carte selection, using seasonal food, market fresh fish, Game in season and a wide selection of traditionally reared and farmed meat. Vegetarians can choose from a selection of dishes andthe pub will cater for any special dietary requirements. The ingredients are always fresh and sourced where possible from the best local suppliers.

Jack's restuarant is situated just a few minutes drive from Corsham in Hartham Park, off of the A4.

Jack’s Restaurant & Bar has gained a reputation as one of Wiltshire’s Favourite Independent Restaurants, combining a superb location with delicious food, excellent service and a friendly welcome.

Set within the beautiful grounds of Hartham Park near Corsham, Wiltshire, Jack’s combines the contemporary with the traditional in terms of both its décor and the food served.

All our food is prepared by our experienced team of chefs from locally based suppliers. Organic free range meats are very popular as well as our delicious free range chickens

The food at the Pear Tree has been praised by Alastair Sawday, was awarded the National Dining Pub of the year 2007 and more recently 2 AA rosettes for food and dining experience.

Our success lies in our ability to produce a balance between a laid back country pub ambience and fine dining ethos from the kitchen.

The Hare and Hounds pub is where Charles Dickens stayed whilst writing the 'Pickwick Papers' and today the Inn still uses whenever possible, local suppliers for its produce.

Each Sunday a traditional roast is served and at other times a varied menu of quality food is available at lunch and dinner.

Join in the Music quiz at 8.30pm every Sunday or a general knowledge quiz every Tuesday at 8.30pm.

Guyers House's restaurant offers superb cooking in beautiful surroundings. The Head Chef and his team source the finest ingredients, many from local producers and some from our own garden, and specialise in creating wonderful dishes at reasonable prices.

Running between Box and Corsham, the tunnel can be seen from the A4 on the Northern outskirts of the village of Box. The tunnel was opened in 1841 and completed the Great Western Railway, connecting Bristol with London.

The Corsham Almshouses date to the 17th Century and were founded by Lady Margaret Hungerford, who was married to the Commander of Cromwell's forces in Wiltshire.

Lacock is a charming village that dates back to the 13th Century and remains largely unchanged to this day.

The Fox Talbot museum (dedicated to the inventor of one of the original photographic processes) and Lacock Abbey (the setting for some of the "Harry Potter" movies) is also found in Lacock.

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".

There are numerous activities within the area, including the safe exploration of Cheddar's caves, cliff-top walks, lookout towers and a museum to name a few of the attractions.

As the name suggests, this is the birthplace of the world famous Cheddar cheese, which were originally left to mature in the caves in this gorge. The original method of cheese making can still be tasted in the village.

www.abbeyhousegardens.co.uk Home of 'The Naked Gardeners' in Malmesbury

www.bowood-house.co.uk

www.nationaltrust.org.uk One of the world's finest 18th Century landscape gardens.

The world heritage city of bath is a short drive from Corsham and is serviced by frequent buses.

Bath has a diverse range of attractions, but is most famous for its Roman Baths, The Royal Crescent, Pulteney Bridge, the Jane Austen Museum, Bath Abbey and other splendid Regency architecture.

Bath also offers numerous activities, such as several theatres, the Bath spa, boating on the Avon, shopping, pitch and putt golf, the races and many more.

There is no access to the hill, but observation from the road is available all year round and is free to view.

The tidal range of the Severn is the second highest in the world and at several points in the year, the Severn experiences the "bore" which is a tidal wave of varying height, but that which can be over 2m high.

Surfers can be seen riding the wave upstream. Check out the web address above, for times to see the bore.

Longleat is a great day out encompasses so uch. From the world famous Safari Park containing lions, tigers, rhinoceros, giraffe and monkeys.

Longleat also has many other attractions within the park, including safari boats, maze, adventure castle, railway, tea cup ride and other side shows.

Longleat is also home to Longleat House, which is a fine example of Elizabethan architecture, set within grounds landscaped by 'Capability Brown' and containing an art collection.

Bowood comprises: Golf, house, gardens, adventure playground and events throughout the year.

Golf is on a championship course and is 7,317 yards and offers a superb clubhouse. The adventure playground is a wonderful treat for under 12's and contains a full-size pirate ship, aerial walkways, a trampoline, a flying fox, huge scramble nets and most famously the "Death Slide" (as it is known locally) which is based on a Victorian design with a 19ft vertical drop.

Kingsdown Golf club was founded in 1880 and is the oldest club in Wiltshire and the second oldest in the West country.

The golf course is a test for even the best golfers and spectacular views can be had of the Box valley. Kingsdown is a members owned club but welcomes visitors thoughout the week.

25m swimming pool, Kinetika Gym, Sports Hall, Squash courts, Health suite, outdoor tennis courts and a movement room.

Corsham Park is the perfect setting for a Summer's picnic or for a stroll or long walk.

There are numerous activities within the area, including the safe exploration of Cheddar's caves, cliff-top walks, lookout towers and a museum to name a few of the attractions.

As the name suggests, this is the birthplace of the world famous Cheddar cheese, which were originally matured in the caves in this gorge. The original method of cheese making can still be tasted in the village.

Longleat is a great day out encompasses so uch. From the world famous Safari Park containing lions, tigers, rhinoceros, giraffe and monkeys.

Longleat also has many other attractions within the park, including safari boats, maze, adventure castle, railway, tea cup ride and other side shows.

Longleat is also home to Longleat House, which is a fine example of Elizabethan architecture, set within grounds landscaped by 'Capability Brown' and containing an art collection.

This is for those who wish to experience in modern day surroundings, the hot, mineral rich waters that were enjoyed by the Romans and Georgians a like.

This is for those who wish to experience in modern day surroundings, the hot, mineral rich waters that were enjoyed by the Romans and Georgians a like.