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Bradford on Avon is perfectly set in the dramatic Avon valley in Wiltshire and only a few miles from the World Heritage City of Bath; it is a combination of river, canal and architecture of true character. From small weavers’ cottage to grand clothiers’ houses; handsome public buildings, medieval barns, ancient places of worship and meandering alleyways making it the perfect place to explore! Explore BoA visitor centre: 01225 865797 www.bradfordonavon.co.uk eboa ad 091219.indd 1 09/12/2019 12:45 www.corsham.gov.uk/visit Come and discover Wiltshire’s hidden treasure History, heritage, arts and crafts, great places to eat and drink and lots of independent shops – plus Poldark was filmed here too. Just 8 miles from Bath on the A4, 4 miles from the M4 (J17), or 3 miles from Chippenham Station. IMAGE CREDIT: MAMMOTH MEDIA
PLUS DON'T MISS! Pictured above then clockwise: Visitor to The Courts Garden; Hidden Gardens of Bath The National Garden Scheme There are hundreds of private gardens to explore on the Great West Way not usually open to the public, hosting special open days, thanks to The National Garden Scheme. Visit unique gardens during special open days and as a paying visitor, along with the generosity of garden owners and volunteers, you will also be contributing to charity - an impressive £3 million contribution was donated by the scheme last year! Simply go to their website (ngs.org.uk) and search for your perfect garden to visit in the town or village of your choice. The Hidden Gardens of Bath Behind the honey-coloured stone facades of Bath’s houses and hotels lie beautiful private gardens, rarely seen. With The Hidden Gardens of Bath guided tours, you can explore these hidden gems meeting their creative, passionate and hard-working owners before then sitting down to enjoy a quintessentially English afternoon tea! THE COURTS GARDEN This garden, near Bradford on Avon, offers an enchanting glimpse of the quintessential English country garden. Less well known than some of the others on this list, it’s a lovely place to spend a summer afternoon. The formal garden, with its topiary and jolly, tulip-lined borders juxtaposes beautifully with the wilder arboretum and quiet lily pond. Keep your eyes peeled for benches, placed in perfectly peaceful spots around the garden. Alternatively, treat yourself to a sugary something in The Rose Garden Tea Room. AMERICAN MUSEUM & GARDENS This is the only museum of American decorative and folk art outside the US. Take a journey through the history of America, from its early settlers to the twentieth century, and delve into the museum’s remarkable collections. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, the hilltop site of the Museum’s home, Claverton Manor, takes full advantage of the spectacular views over the Limpley Stoke Valley and River Avon. Remnants of the old Italianate style manorial pleasure gardens and parkland, dating from the 1820s, can be seen within the grounds, including period features such as the balustrade and curtain walling, as well as ornamental stone work. THE PETO GARDEN At Iford Manor Estate’s remarkable gardens you will find Cypress trees, sweet-smelling lilies and draping branches of wisteria. Set on a steep hillside, the garden offers inspiring views of the Wiltshire countryside. For a unique way to enjoy this special place, join one of their guided tours, or attend a health and well-being workshop. PRIOR PARK At this elegant 18th-century garden in Regency Bath, it’s easy to imagine parasolled ladies walking over the Palladian bridge in their flowing gowns. But there’s much more to see in real life, silky white snowdrops and bright yellow daffodils, swans floating around together in the lakes, and tiny wild raspberries emerging in the woods. STOURHEAD A little way off the Great West Way in south Wiltshire, but a must-visit if you’re in the area, Stourhead is one of the most famous gardens on the list. Its classical architecture includes a grotto, used to escape the summer heat, a gothic cottage and its own Temple of Apollo - built in 1765 to rival the Temple of the Sun at Kew Gardens, which was then destroyed by a storm in 1916. It’s also known for its colourful rhododendrons. GreatWestWay.co.uk 51
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