Salisbury Holidays: Things To Do When You Stay in Salisbury

The city of Salisbury located in the heart of the county of Wiltshire, England has much to offer those who choose to spend time in it. There are a great number of attractions to be enjoyed in Salisbury city itself as well as plenty to be found nearby.  Here we will look at just a small sample of the attractions you can enjoy when you stay in Salisbury.

1.     Stonehenge – This is of course one of the most well known of all the attractions to be found close to the city of Salisbury. This famous stone circle features stones that were erected here between 3,000 and 1,600 BC. The way the stones have been erected is based on the way in which the sun rises and sets.  But it is not just the stone circle which have people flocking to this UNESCO World Heritage site but the other 400 scheduled monuments which surround it as well. 

2.     Salisbury Cathedral -  This wonderful cathedral was completed in 1258.  But it isn't just the Cathedral that needs to be explored the area surrounding it is wonderful as well and provides a haven of tranquility in this rural Wiltshire town. 

3.    Longleat – If you want something to keep the kids amused for the day then a visit to this attraction is a must. Along with the stately home which can explored and the grounds surrounding it, there is also the added attraction of a Wildlife park as well. This Elizabethan property is set in gardens that were landscaped by Capability Brown. As well as the house, there is also a maze and a butterfly house. But of course what everybody really comes to Longleat for is to view the lions, tigers, wolves and other exotic creatures in the safari park.

4.    Farmer Giles Farmstead -  This is situated a short drive from Salisbury in Wiltshire Downland. Certainly if your children have never been in contact with farm animals before this is a great place to introduce them to them. At certain times of the year one has the opportunity to bottle feed the lambs or young goats (kids). You can also pet the donkeys and ponies.  If they have some extra energy which needs to be gotten rid of then let them explore the adventure playground. 

There is also a restaurant on site for you to relax and enjoy a well-deserved rest. The restaurant offers good quality home cooked meals and there is a bouncy castle, sandpit and play area for the younger children to enjoy.

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