Things to do near Bowood

Discover the rich history, stunning landscapes, and charming villages that surround Bowood. From world-famous landmarks like Stonehenge and the Roman Baths to picturesque villages such as Castle Combe and Lacock, the area is filled with unforgettable experiences. Explore ancient sites, wander through historic streets, enjoy canal boat trips, or visit family-friendly attractions – there’s something for everyone just a short journey from Bowood.
Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum & Village

Founded in 1232 as an Augustinian nunnery by Ela, Countess of Salisbury. Converted into a country house after 1539 Dissolution of the Monasteries.
Now owned by the National Trust. Includes the Fox Talbot Museum, dedicated to photography.
Roman Baths (Bath)

Ancient Roman site, Aquae Sulis, developed 60–70 AD.
Explore the baths, museum, and history of Roman Britain.
Avebury Stone Circle (UNESCO)

Neolithic henge and stone circles (2850–2200 BC).
Part of the wider Avebury World Heritage Site.
Stonehenge (UNESCO)

Prehistoric monument near Salisbury.
Main stone circle constructed c. 2500 BC.
Castle Combe

Saxon village, with Roman and Iron Age remains nearby.
Prosperity grew in the medieval wool trade. Many buildings from 14th–15th century.
Nicknamed the prettiest village in the Cotswolds.
West Kennet Long Barrow (Avebury)

Neolithic chambered tomb (c. 3650 BC).
Burial site for ~50 people before chambers were blocked.
Caen Hill Locks (Devizes)

Flight of 29 locks on Kennet & Avon Canal.
Canal completed in 1810 after 16 years of construction.
Cherhill White Horse & Lansdowne Monument

White Horse carved in 1780.
Lansdowne Monument (38m obelisk) built in 1845 by Sir Charles Barry.
Located within Oldbury Castle (Iron Age hillfort).
Wiltshire Museum (Devizes)

Founded 1874 by WANHS.
Nationally significant archaeology & history collections.
Barbury Castle

Iron Age hillfort with panoramic views.
Car park and visitor facilities available.
Salisbury Cathedral

Britain’s tallest spire.
Largest Cathedral Close & Cloisters.
Home to world’s oldest mechanical clock and 1215 Magna Carta.
Old Sarum (Salisbury)

Prehistoric ramparts raised ~400 BC.
Important medieval settlement.
REME Museum (Lyneham)

Story of the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers.
Crop Circle Visitor Centre & Exhibition (Honeystreet)

Dedicated to crop circle history, tours available.
Kenavon Venture (Kennet & Avon Canal)

Relaxing boat trips along one of England’s historic waterways.
Butterfly World & Craft Village (Royal Wootton Bassett)

Animals, reptiles, birds, craft shops, café, and soft play.
Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm

Hands-on farm experiences. Rare breed animals, outdoor play, café & events
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