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Pictures of Wiltshire

Exploring the most picturesque & historic places to visit in the county of Wiltshire, England.

About the county of Wiltshire

Wiltshire is a beautiful County situated in the South-Western parts of England, with much of the county designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Trowbridge is the vibrant, industrial and commercial county town. Salisbury is a stunning medieval city with the beautiful Salisbury Cathedral boasting the highest spire in England. Boating along the famous Kennet and Avon Canal is a popular and relaxing pastime. Wiltshire has a multitude of exciting attractions including, the worldwide famous ancient monument 'Stonehenge' symbolizing mystery, power and endurance. Other local places of interest are Swindon, the biggest town in the county, Chippenham, and the quaint old town of Devizes.

Recommended Towns & Villages to visit in Wiltshire

The Butter Cross, Town Centre, Chippenham

Chippenham (84 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Wiltshire

Chippenham is a large historic market town in northwest Wiltshire, England, that was established on a crossing of the River Avon. It is believed that some form of settlement has.....

St Sampson's Church, Cricklade, Wiltshire

Cricklade (7 Pictures)

a Historic Market Town in the county of Wiltshire

Lying in the northern reaches of Wiltshire, the historic town of Cricklade has many visual delights...

Lakeside Slopes

Warminster (117 Pictures)

in the county of Wiltshire

This is a former wool and corn town with a fascinating history stretching back to Saxon times. It sits comfortably beneath the chalk downland of the Salisbury Plain at the head of the beautiful Wyle Valley...

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Recommended Attractions to visit in Wiltshire

Abbey House Gardens

Abbey House Gardens (26 Pictures)

William Stumpe, the wealthy merchant responsible for giving Malmesbury Abbey back to the town following the Dissolution was also.....

A picture of Crofton Beam Engines

Crofton Beam Engines (2 Pictures)

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Old Wardour Castle

Old Wardour Castle (21 Pictures)

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Silbury Hill - ancient burial ground

Silbury Hill (20 Pictures)

There are many fanciful theories about Silbury Hill, the massive conical hill described as the highest artificial mound in.....

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