Natallia’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Possibly the greatest legacy of the sometimes bizarre, sometimes kind, sometimes cruel, Alexander Thynn, 7th Marquess of Bath, are the simple stones sculpted by Paul Norris that he commissioned for Heaven's Gate, to mark the dawn of a new Millennium. Heaven's Gate is a popular, free, place to visit, provided by Longleat, which it overlooks, and has usually ample free car parking opposite the entrance. As well as the short, level walk along the path to the stones there is a walk from there down into Horningsham via a steep path through a gate to the left of the view which joins up with White Street in Horningsham, click here. There is also a footpath, that can also get muddy in wet weather, to Shearwater Lake from the car park, click here for the route. The walks other than from the car park to Heaven's Gate are not suitable for wheelchairs or standard mobility scooters but when not too muddy may be achieved with an all-terrain mobility scooter.
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Heaven's Gate
Possibly the greatest legacy of the sometimes bizarre, sometimes kind, sometimes cruel, Alexander Thynn, 7th Marquess of Bath, are the simple stones sculpted by Paul Norris that he commissioned for Heaven's Gate, to mark the dawn of a new Millennium. Heaven's Gate is a popular, free, place to visit, provided by Longleat, which it overlooks, and has usually ample free car parking opposite the entrance. As well as the short, level walk along the path to the stones there is a walk from there down into Horningsham via a steep path through a gate to the left of the view which joins up with White Street in Horningsham, click here. There is also a footpath, that can also get muddy in wet weather, to Shearwater Lake from the car park, click here for the route. The walks other than from the car park to Heaven's Gate are not suitable for wheelchairs or standard mobility scooters but when not too muddy may be achieved with an all-terrain mobility scooter.
Distinctive landmark rich in wildlife and archaeology with a tremendous panorama
Once part of the Longleat estate, the hill was entrusted to us by the 6th Marquess of Bath. Ascend the hill to enjoy extensive views of West Wiltshire and Somerset, or to experience uninterrupted views of the sky from this locally famous UFO hotspot.
Explore the botanically rich chalk downland and discover an abundance of wild flowers teeming with insect life. The site is also significant for its geology and archaeology. It was formed by ancient seas and it's been shaped by man since its prehistoric role of guarding territorial boundaries, through to more recent farming and quarrying.
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Cley Hill
Distinctive landmark rich in wildlife and archaeology with a tremendous panorama
Once part of the Longleat estate, the hill was entrusted to us by the 6th Marquess of Bath. Ascend the hill to enjoy extensive views of West Wiltshire and Somerset, or to experience uninterrupted views of the sky from this locally famous UFO hotspot.
Explore the botanically rich chalk downland and discover an abundance of wild flowers teeming with insect life. The site is also significant for its geology and archaeology. It was formed by ancient seas and it's been shaped by man since its prehistoric role of guarding territorial boundaries, through to more recent farming and quarrying.
Palladian house and world-famous landscape garden
When Stourhead first opened in the 1740s, a magazine described it as ‘a living work of art’. The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery.
Uncover the fascinating history of Stourhead house with an Italian ‘Grand Tour’ adventure and enjoy the unique Regency library, Chippendale furniture and inspirational paintings. The Palladian house is set amid ‘picnic perfect’ lawns and extensive parkland.
Explore the 1,072 hectare (2,650 acre) Stourhead estate where chalk downs, ancient woods and farmland are managed for wildlife.
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Stourhead
Palladian house and world-famous landscape garden
When Stourhead first opened in the 1740s, a magazine described it as ‘a living work of art’. The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery.
Uncover the fascinating history of Stourhead house with an Italian ‘Grand Tour’ adventure and enjoy the unique Regency library, Chippendale furniture and inspirational paintings. The Palladian house is set amid ‘picnic perfect’ lawns and extensive parkland.
Explore the 1,072 hectare (2,650 acre) Stourhead estate where chalk downs, ancient woods and farmland are managed for wildlife.
This is a circular walk of historic interest which takes you up through beautiful woodlands to King Alfred’s Tower and returning through Park Hill Camp Iron Age Hill Fort and Turner’s Paddock. King Alfred’s Tower is a 160ft (49m) high folly, designed by Henry Flitcroft for Henry Hoare II in 1772. It is believed to mark the site where King Alfred the Great rallied his troops in 878. The tower commemorates the accession of George III to the throne in 1760 and the end of the Seven Years War.
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King Alfred's Tower
Kingsettle HillThis is a circular walk of historic interest which takes you up through beautiful woodlands to King Alfred’s Tower and returning through Park Hill Camp Iron Age Hill Fort and Turner’s Paddock. King Alfred’s Tower is a 160ft (49m) high folly, designed by Henry Flitcroft for Henry Hoare II in 1772. It is believed to mark the site where King Alfred the Great rallied his troops in 878. The tower commemorates the accession of George III to the throne in 1760 and the end of the Seven Years War.
Set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle, near Tisbury was once one of the most daring and innovative homes in Britain. It was built in the 14th century as a lightly fortified luxury residence for comfortable living and lavish entertainment. Today the castle ruin provides a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families, and budding historians alike.
The castle was the inspiration for the one featured in the Kevin Costner film 'Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves'.
Embark on an adventure as you take part in our challenge to discover if you can 'Keep the Castle'. Children will also love exploring the grotto and castle rooms, and climbing to the top of the castle for unmissable views. Plus, there's plenty of space to play or for picnics under the cover of the age old trees.
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Gamli Wardour kastalinn
Set in the peaceful Wiltshire countryside beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle, near Tisbury was once one of the most daring and innovative homes in Britain. It was built in the 14th century as a lightly fortified luxury residence for comfortable living and lavish entertainment. Today the castle ruin provides a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families, and budding historians alike.
The castle was the inspiration for the one featured in the Kevin Costner film 'Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves'.
Embark on an adventure as you take part in our challenge to discover if you can 'Keep the Castle'. Children will also love exploring the grotto and castle rooms, and climbing to the top of the castle for unmissable views. Plus, there's plenty of space to play or for picnics under the cover of the age old trees.
Neighbourhoods
Warminster is an ancient market town with a nearby garrison, and civil parish in south west Wiltshire, England, on the western edge of Salisbury Plain. It has a population of about 17,000. The 11th-century Minster Church of St Denys stands near the River Were, which runs through the town and can be seen running through the town park. The name Warminster first occurs in the early 10th century. The High Street and Market Place have many fine buildings; The Athenaeum Centre, Town Hall, St Lawrence Chapel, The Old Bell, and a good variety of independent shops.
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Warminster
Warminster is an ancient market town with a nearby garrison, and civil parish in south west Wiltshire, England, on the western edge of Salisbury Plain. It has a population of about 17,000. The 11th-century Minster Church of St Denys stands near the River Were, which runs through the town and can be seen running through the town park. The name Warminster first occurs in the early 10th century. The High Street and Market Place have many fine buildings; The Athenaeum Centre, Town Hall, St Lawrence Chapel, The Old Bell, and a good variety of independent shops.