Visitor Guide 2019

PLACES TO VISIT AND THINGS TO DO
Larmer Tree
Map Ref F2
Marlborough
Map Ref C4
Rushmore Estate, Tollard Royal, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 5PY
T: 01725 516971
Set in the outstanding landscape of the Cranborne Chase, these beautifully laid out gardens were
created by General Pitt Rivers in 1880. Originally designed as pleasure grounds for ‘public enlightenment
and entertainment’, the Larmer Tree is an extraordinary example of Victorian extravagance. Recognised
by English Heritage as a Garden of National Importance, they were the first privately owned gardens to be
opened for public enjoyment.
From the magnificent main lawn, radiate wide laurel-hedged avenues leading to woodland beyond. The
garden showcases a wonderful collection of ornate buildings, peacocks and free-flying macaws, retained
in an enchanting and tranquil atmosphere.
Larmer Tree is also a unique venue, offering a versatile space for civil ceremonies, dining, dancing,
conferences and bespoke events all year round.
Open: Garden and Coffee Grove Café open Sunday to Thursday 11am to 4.30pm April to October.
Visit www.larmertree.co.uk for information on special events and occasional closures.
Admission: A £4 Ch up to 14 £2.50 Under 5s FREE S £3 F £12 (2+3)
www.larmertree.co.uk
TIC at Marlborough Town Council, 5 High Street, Marlborough, SN8 1AA
T: 01672 512487 E: enquiries@marlborough-tc.gov.uk
Historic, vibrant Marlborough with its wide High Street is bursting with character. Close to Avebury and
Savernake Forest in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it was listed in the top
ten shopping districts in 2017 for a great mix of independent and national shops, twice-weekly street
market as well as a host of cafés, pubs and restaurants.
Annual events include a literature festival, summer school, art trails, mop fairs, remembrance parade,
music events, Christmas lights and more.
Shop, eat, explore and enjoy our river and parks… a warm Marlborough welcome awaits you!
Marlborough - town and country combined.
Find us on Twitter: @MTCwilts and Facebook: @MarlboroughTC
> Trowbridge
www.marlborough-tc.gov.uk
Add some colour to
your weekend this
autumn
at Gibside
Go
crunching through fallen leaves and discover a forest
teeming with wildlife and autumn colours, with walking
routes
for all ages and abilities.
nationaltrust.org.uk/gibside
When you visit, donate, volunteer or join the National Trust, your
support helps us to look after special places in for ever, for everyone.
© National Trust 2016. The National Trust is an independent
registered charity, number 205846. Photography © National Trust
Images.
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