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VisitWiltshire Visitor Guide 2024

Make time for Wiltshire in 2024 with VisitWiltshire's new visitor guide.

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EVCP Electric Vehicle Charging Points<br />

Railway Station<br />

Devizes<br />

This historic market town has a colourful medieval past and a<br />

rich heritage of Georgian houses. The town has kept its character,<br />

with many small, family-run businesses and a traditional market<br />

bustling with fresh food, crafts and curios. Home to both the<br />

Wiltshire Museum and Wadworth Brewery, Devizes stands on the<br />

Kennet & Avon Canal, near the flight of 29 locks at Caen Hill.<br />

www.devizes-tc.gov.uk<br />

Highworth<br />

This ancient hilltop market town is situated on the edge of the<br />

Cotswolds, four miles from the River Thames. Described by John<br />

Betjeman as “…one of the most charming and unassuming country<br />

towns in the west of England” its claims to fame range from being<br />

a Cavalier stronghold during the Civil War, to running the official<br />

ABBA fan club from a house in Sheep Street.<br />

www.highworthtowncouncil.gov.uk<br />

Lacock<br />

A stunning National Trust village. Here, cottages and inns dating<br />

back to the 15th century have formed a breathtaking backdrop to<br />

many film and TV classics, from Wolf Hall and Pride and Prejudice to<br />

Harry Potter.<br />

Ludgershall<br />

Were you to delve into the Domesday Book of 1086 you would find<br />

a listing for this small town on the eastern edge of Salisbury Plain.<br />

Dating from the late 11 th century, Ludgershall Castle was originally<br />

a royal hunting lodge; today its ruins are in the care of English<br />

Heritage. From the castle grounds there are splendid views,<br />

and local walks to nearby Collingbourne Woods.<br />

www.ludgershall-tc.gov.uk<br />

Malmesbury<br />

This vibrant market town is believed to be the country’s oldest<br />

borough and the one-time capital of England. There is much to<br />

delight and discover, including the stunning 12 th century Abbey,<br />

Abbey House Gardens and river walks along the Avon. The High<br />

Street offers unique shops, cafés, restaurants and a regular<br />

market at the 15 th century Market Cross.<br />

EVCP: 2 devices and 4 connectors at Aldi, SN16 9JL.<br />

www.malmesbury.gov.uk www.discovermalmesbury.life<br />

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