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Salisbury Cathedral
The Close,
Salisbury,
Wiltshire,
SP1 2EF
Tel: 01722 555113
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Salisbury Cathedral is a national treasure, and is a magnificent example of medieval craftsmanship. Building of the Cathedral commenced in 1220, when the bishopric was moved to Salisbury from Old Sarum, but the most distinctive feature – the 404 foot tall spire, the tallest spire in England – wasn’t completed until 1320. Salisbury Cathedral has changed somewhat over the centuries, the most striking changes being made by James Wyatt in 1790, but the distinctive and iconic Cathedral was captured on canvas forever by English artist John Constable in the 1820s.
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Stonehenge
Near Salisbury,
Wiltshire
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Stonehenge is a Megalithic icon, and is one of the UK’s most familiar and instantly recognisable sights. Believed to have been built over 1000 years, beginning in approximately 3000BC, the origins and purpose of Stonehenge remain a mystery. The site is protected and maintained by English Heritage and the surrounding area is owned by the National Trust. Stonehenge forms the centrepiece of a region rich in prehistoric archaeology and is visited by an estimated 1 million people every year, most notably during the Summer Solstice, when thousands gather to watch the sun rise.
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The New Forest
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Take a short journey out of Salisbury and you will find yourself in the beautiful surroundings of the New Forest National Park. Steeped in history, blessed with remarkable scenery and home to an astonishing array of wildlife, the New Forest was designated a National Park in 2005.
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Old Sarum
Near Salisbury,
Wiltshire
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Old Sarum is an Iron Age hill fort and is believed to have been the site, which established the origins of Salisbury. The fort was occupied since approximately 300BC then by the Romans, the Saxons, the Danes and finally the Normans. The Normans built a castle on the site, and a palace, tower and cathedral followed, before the bishopric was moved to the site of today’s Salisbury Cathedral, a little under two miles away. Old Sarum consequently fell into decline and the buildings are no more, but visitors can easily trace the outlines of the old castle and cathedral.
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The Harnham Water Meadows
Salisbury
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The Harnham Water Meadows, within the city of Salisbury, are part of a Site of Special Scientific Interest and are an Environmentally Sensitive Area.They incorporate a surviving part of the irrigation system once widespread across the Wessex chalkland. Please see the website for further information.
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Salisbury Racecourse
Netherhampton,
Salisbury,
Wiltshire,
SP2 8PN
Tel: 01722 326461
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Salisbury Racecourse is situated just 3 miles to the west of the historic old town in beautiful Wiltshire countryside and commands spectacular views of the Cathedral. It hosts a number of exciting flat race meetings during the summer months, and is one of the region’s premier conference and banqueting venues. Salisbury Racecourse is one of the country's oldest racecourses, having held race events since the 16th Century.
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Breamore House
Breamore,
Hampshire,
SP6 2DF
Tel: 01725 512 468
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Between Salisbury and the New Forest stands Breamore House, a magnificent stately home overlooking the picturesque village of Breamore. Dating from 1583, Breamore House makes for a fascinating day out, and houses a wonderful collection of artwork, furniture and needleworks.
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The Medieval Hall
Cathedral Close,
Salisbury,
Wiltshire,
SP1 2EY
Tel: 01722 412472
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The Medieval Hall is to be found within Salisbury’s Cathedral Close, in the shadows of England’s tallest spire. It is an intriguing 13th Century banqueting hall, within which visitors may find an involving representation of the history and construction of the building. In addition ‘Discover Salisbury' is an entertaining and informative 30 minute audio-visual show about Salisbury’s remarkable past, its present and future.
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