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South West England
Clovelly
DEVON
Dartmouth
Plymouth
Bristol Bath
SOMMERSET
WILTSHIRE
Salisbury
CORNWALL
Lizard Peninsula
WILTSHIRE
A prehistoric monument of Wiltshire
and one of the most famous sites in the world, Stonehenge is the remains of a ring of standing stones set within earthworks dedicated to worship the sun and the moon. Situated about 2 miles west of Amesbury and 8 miles north of Salisbury. Stonehenge was constructed in three phases. It has
been estimated that the three phases of
the construction required more than thirty million hours of labour. And speculation
on the reason it was built range from human sacrifice to astronomy. www.stonehenge.co.uk
SALISBURY claims its fame from Salisbury Cathedral. Be inspired by the peace and beauty of one of Britain’s finest medieval cathedrals, set within eight
acres of lawn and surrounded by historic buildings and museums in the beautiful Cathedral Close. This spectacular building is unique in being built almost entirely in one architectural style, Early English Gothic and has Britain’s tallest spire (123m/404ft) plus numerous famous literary connections.
Explore the roof spaces on a tower tour, climbing 332 steps to the base of the spire to enjoy the magnificent views across Salisbury. Or just relax in the Refectory restaurant with a choice of homemade treats and a fabulous view of the spire.
The famous boy and girl choristers sing daily services with Evensong at 5.30pm Monday to Saturday or 4.30pm on Sunday. www.salisburycathedral.org.uk
Ancient monuments The city of Bath is well known
for it’s rich Roman history and it’s baths are World Heritage listed; Stonehenge is a monument that leaves all who visit the site in awe of this ancient engineering feat.
St Ives
spring, the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex that still flows with natural hot water.
Special package includes 2 hour session at Thermae Bath Spa, a ticket to the Roman Baths and a 3 course lunch in the Pump Room. Cost $130 per person. Details and bookings are available at Bath Tourist Information Centre. www.visitbath.co.uk
BRISTOL has an amazing choice for shoppers with Bristol Shopping Quarter
in the heart of the city, the out-of-town complex at The Mall Cribbs Causeway, the abundance of independent boutiques in Clifton and St Nicholas Market in the Old City. In the city centre, Bristol Shopping Quarter is home to Cabot Circus, Quakers Friars, The Galleries and Broadmead, which together have over 500 stores. With two covered shopping centres, easy access and great value parking for over 3500 cars, Bristol’s city centre is a not to be missed shopping destination.
SOMMERSET
BATH is the perfect base to explore the West Country, including the Cotswolds and Stonehenge. There is a range of tours to the surrounding area. You can join an organised tour or contact one of the local guiding companies who can tailor a tour to suit your requirements.
When in Bath do as Romans do...
Nourished by Britain’s only natural hot springs, Bath is a city shaped by its waters. Today you can visit the magnificent Roman Baths temple or bathe in Bath’s warm, mineral-rich waters at Thermae Bath Spa. Visit the heart of the World Heritage Site. Around Britain’s only hot
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