Local Attractions

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Local Attractions

Beaches

Here you'll find information about nearby beaches to visit for a swim or stroll.
Approximately a 25 minute drive away, this stony beach that forms part of Lepe Country Park, and is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. On a clear day, views across to the Isle of Wight and excellent. Other attractions include coastal walks featuring pine-fringed cliffs, D-day remains and wild flower meadows. There is a cafe and toilets. Swimming is possible but there is no life guard.
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Lepe Beach station
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Approximately a 25 minute drive away, this stony beach that forms part of Lepe Country Park, and is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty. On a clear day, views across to the Isle of Wight and excellent. Other attractions include coastal walks featuring pine-fringed cliffs, D-day remains and wild flower meadows. There is a cafe and toilets. Swimming is possible but there is no life guard.
Roughly a 25 minute drive away, Calshot is a beautiful stretch of pebble beach with views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
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Calshot Beach
Calshot Close
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Roughly a 25 minute drive away, Calshot is a beautiful stretch of pebble beach with views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
Approximately a half hour drive away, This pebbly/muddy beach is near Lymington. It’s usually quiet and is a picturesque spot for nice for a stroll, throwing a few pebbles into the sea and watching the boats go by. It's also a great place for spotting crabs too.
Tanners Lane
Tanners Lane
Approximately a half hour drive away, This pebbly/muddy beach is near Lymington. It’s usually quiet and is a picturesque spot for nice for a stroll, throwing a few pebbles into the sea and watching the boats go by. It's also a great place for spotting crabs too.
Roughly a half hour drive away on a quiet day, you'll find seven miles of award-winning beaches, nestled beneath a magnificent cliff line. The bay enjoys its own micro-climate, some of the warmest sea temperatures in the UK and stunning views of the Isle of Wight and the Purbecks. This is a busy beach, with plenty of facilities to hand, including restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops
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Bournemouth Beach
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Roughly a half hour drive away on a quiet day, you'll find seven miles of award-winning beaches, nestled beneath a magnificent cliff line. The bay enjoys its own micro-climate, some of the warmest sea temperatures in the UK and stunning views of the Isle of Wight and the Purbecks. This is a busy beach, with plenty of facilities to hand, including restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops
Roughly a half hour drive away on a quiet day, Avon beach is great for families with small children and has its own beach level car park. There's also a café, restaurant and beach shop. Beach huts are for hire. Web: www.visit-dorset.com/things-to-do/avon-beach-p1418283
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Avon Beach
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Roughly a half hour drive away on a quiet day, Avon beach is great for families with small children and has its own beach level car park. There's also a café, restaurant and beach shop. Beach huts are for hire. Web: www.visit-dorset.com/things-to-do/avon-beach-p1418283

Walks

From ambles to rambles. You'll find a selection of our favourite local walks here.
A ten minute walk from your accommodation, Shave Wood is great for a gentle New Forest woodland stroll. For official walks and maps, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/shave-wood-new-forest
Shave Wood
A ten minute walk from your accommodation, Shave Wood is great for a gentle New Forest woodland stroll. For official walks and maps, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/shave-wood-new-forest
A half hour walk from your accommodation, Kewlake is National Trust owned land, but free to enter. It features shady woodland and open heathland. For official walks, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/kewlake-wood-new-forest
Kewlake Lane
Kewlake Lane
A half hour walk from your accommodation, Kewlake is National Trust owned land, but free to enter. It features shady woodland and open heathland. For official walks, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/kewlake-wood-new-forest
Stagbury Hill is a mile and a half north of Cadnam. Owned by the National Trust, its free to enter and is located on rolling heathland. The summit of the hill itself is a Bronze Age earthwork - seven barrows have been listed, but little remains of them today. For official walks, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/stagbury-hill-new-forest
Stagbury Hill/Mount
Furzley Lane
Stagbury Hill is a mile and a half north of Cadnam. Owned by the National Trust, its free to enter and is located on rolling heathland. The summit of the hill itself is a Bronze Age earthwork - seven barrows have been listed, but little remains of them today. For official walks, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/stagbury-hill-new-forest
A twenty minute walk away you'll find Copythorne Common. This 42-acre nature reserve is managed by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. The common has grassland, woods and dry heath. For an official walk from Copythorne to Cadnam Common, head to: https://www.thenewforest.co.uk/things-to-do/copythorne-and-cadnam-common-p848681 For more information about Copythorne Common, head to: https://www.hiwwt.org.uk/nature-reserves/copythorne-common-nature-reserve
Copythorne
A twenty minute walk away you'll find Copythorne Common. This 42-acre nature reserve is managed by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust. The common has grassland, woods and dry heath. For an official walk from Copythorne to Cadnam Common, head to: https://www.thenewforest.co.uk/things-to-do/copythorne-and-cadnam-common-p848681 For more information about Copythorne Common, head to: https://www.hiwwt.org.uk/nature-reserves/copythorne-common-nature-reserve
This magical woodland is a ten minute drive away, and has its own car park. Close to the tiny village of Nomansland (which has a lovely pub and French restaurant). YOu'll find shady woodland, that's perfect for a stroll. For official walks, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/bramshaw-wood-new-forest N.B: This can be a muddy walk, so be sure to wear wellies!
Bramshaw Wood
This magical woodland is a ten minute drive away, and has its own car park. Close to the tiny village of Nomansland (which has a lovely pub and French restaurant). YOu'll find shady woodland, that's perfect for a stroll. For official walks, head to: https://getoutside.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/local/bramshaw-wood-new-forest N.B: This can be a muddy walk, so be sure to wear wellies!
A ten minute drive away This circular walk takes in the woodland of Kings Garn Gutter Inclosure before climbing the gentle incline of Long Beech Hill. Under your feet will be evidence of the nearby airfield which was in use during World War Two. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/janesmoor-pond.html
Janesmoor Pond
A ten minute drive away This circular walk takes in the woodland of Kings Garn Gutter Inclosure before climbing the gentle incline of Long Beech Hill. Under your feet will be evidence of the nearby airfield which was in use during World War Two. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/janesmoor-pond.html
A fifteen minute drive away, this circular walk through mixed woodland from the village of Fritham cuts through two inclosures and the open expanse of Fritham Plain. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/fritham.html
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Fritham
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A fifteen minute drive away, this circular walk through mixed woodland from the village of Fritham cuts through two inclosures and the open expanse of Fritham Plain. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/fritham.html
Puckpits (from Acres Down) A fifteen minute drive away. This short circular walk on gravel tracks from Acres Down car park taking in tranquil woodland and fine forest views. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/puckpits.html
Acres Down
Puckpits (from Acres Down) A fifteen minute drive away. This short circular walk on gravel tracks from Acres Down car park taking in tranquil woodland and fine forest views. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/puckpits.html
Bolderwood – Acres Down Loop A twenty minute drive away. This circular walk takes in woodland inclosures near Bolderwood, follows the meandering Highland Water and climbs Acres Down for magnificent views over the forest and beyond. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/bolderwood-acres-down-loop.html
Bolderwood
Bolderwood – Acres Down Loop A twenty minute drive away. This circular walk takes in woodland inclosures near Bolderwood, follows the meandering Highland Water and climbs Acres Down for magnificent views over the forest and beyond. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/bolderwood-acres-down-loop.html
Millyford Bridge to New Forest Reptile Centre. A fifteen minute drive away, this is a fabulous walk for children of all ages, this short route is packed full of interest. It leads you through pine-scented woodlands, past sensory sculptures and tree dens, to the New Forest Reptile Centre where you can see some of the forest’s rare species of snakes and lizards up close. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/millyford-bridge-to-new-forest-reptile-centre.html
Millyford Bridge Inclosure
A35
Millyford Bridge to New Forest Reptile Centre. A fifteen minute drive away, this is a fabulous walk for children of all ages, this short route is packed full of interest. It leads you through pine-scented woodlands, past sensory sculptures and tree dens, to the New Forest Reptile Centre where you can see some of the forest’s rare species of snakes and lizards up close. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/millyford-bridge-to-new-forest-reptile-centre.html
A fifteen minute drive away. This walk takes you through several inclosures in the heart of the New Forest as well as passing a reminder of the role the forest played in World War One. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/millyfordbridge.html
Millyford Bridge Inclosure
A35
A fifteen minute drive away. This walk takes you through several inclosures in the heart of the New Forest as well as passing a reminder of the role the forest played in World War One. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/millyfordbridge.html
Tall trees Walk This walks takes you through the majestic redwoods and firs that were planted in the late 1850s to create the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive for the nearby Rhinefield House. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/rhinefieldtalltrees.html
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Rhinefield Ornamental Drive
Rhinefield Ornamental Drive
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Tall trees Walk This walks takes you through the majestic redwoods and firs that were planted in the late 1850s to create the Rhinefield Ornamental Drive for the nearby Rhinefield House. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/rhinefieldtalltrees.html
A fifteen minute drive away. This walk starts at the iconic Bolton’s Bench on the edge of Lyndhurst, this walk cuts through Pondhead Inclosure and forest woodland before returning across the vast open expanse of White Moor. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/boltons-bench.html
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Bolton's Bench
B3056
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A fifteen minute drive away. This walk starts at the iconic Bolton’s Bench on the edge of Lyndhurst, this walk cuts through Pondhead Inclosure and forest woodland before returning across the vast open expanse of White Moor. Route: https://newforestwalks.co.uk/walks/boltons-bench.html

Attractions

A five minute drive away, this family theme park is the home of Peppa Pig world. Web: https://paultonspark.co.uk/
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Paultons Park Hogar de Peppa Pig World
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A five minute drive away, this family theme park is the home of Peppa Pig world. Web: https://paultonspark.co.uk/
A ten minute drive away you'll find one of our favourite places to go. Furzey gardens is a stunning garden, featuring a hidden trail of fairy doors and thatch cottages. The cafe also serves delicious home made cakes and light lunches.
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Jardines de Furzey
School Lane
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A ten minute drive away you'll find one of our favourite places to go. Furzey gardens is a stunning garden, featuring a hidden trail of fairy doors and thatch cottages. The cafe also serves delicious home made cakes and light lunches.
A fifteen minute drive away you'll find everything you need to know about the New Forest.. plus a lovely little cafe. Web: www.newforestheritage.org.uk
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New Forest Heritage Centre Museum
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A fifteen minute drive away you'll find everything you need to know about the New Forest.. plus a lovely little cafe. Web: www.newforestheritage.org.uk
A fifteen minute drive away is the reptile centre, which helps protect rare snakes and lizards and encourages the re-introduction of these animals across the country. There are special outdoor ‘pods’ at the Centre which provide a natural home to the sand lizard, smooth snake and adder. These reptiles can be difficult to see in the wild as they are rare and very secretive, so the Reptile Centre is a great place to see them close-up. NOTE: CHECK ON THIER WEBSITE FOR OPENING TIMES Web: www.forestryengland.uk/new-forest-reptile-centre
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New Forest Reptile Centre
A35 Bournemouth Rd
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A fifteen minute drive away is the reptile centre, which helps protect rare snakes and lizards and encourages the re-introduction of these animals across the country. There are special outdoor ‘pods’ at the Centre which provide a natural home to the sand lizard, smooth snake and adder. These reptiles can be difficult to see in the wild as they are rare and very secretive, so the Reptile Centre is a great place to see them close-up. NOTE: CHECK ON THIER WEBSITE FOR OPENING TIMES Web: www.forestryengland.uk/new-forest-reptile-centre
A ten minute drive away you'll find a really lovely, family friendly farm that's great for a day out. Feed the animals, take a tractor ride, pet some cute and cuddly creatures and enjoy a cuppa in the café. Web: https://longdownfarm.co.uk/
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Longdown Activity Farm
Deerleap Lane
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A ten minute drive away you'll find a really lovely, family friendly farm that's great for a day out. Feed the animals, take a tractor ride, pet some cute and cuddly creatures and enjoy a cuppa in the café. Web: https://longdownfarm.co.uk/
A ten minute drive away is a fabulous day out. The wildlife park features a range of animals, from otters to wolves. There's a great adventure playground too. Web: https://newforestwildlifepark.co.uk/
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Parque de Vida Silvestre New Forest
Deerleap Lane
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A ten minute drive away is a fabulous day out. The wildlife park features a range of animals, from otters to wolves. There's a great adventure playground too. Web: https://newforestwildlifepark.co.uk/
This National Trust property is a twenty five minute drive away and one of our favourite places to visit. Beautiful grounds and house, and a gallery, which houses seasonal exhibitions. Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont
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Mottisfont
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This National Trust property is a twenty five minute drive away and one of our favourite places to visit. Beautiful grounds and house, and a gallery, which houses seasonal exhibitions. Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mottisfont
just a thirty minute drive away is this lovely aquarium on Bournemouth seafront. Our daughter's favourite place to be. Web: www.oceanarium.co.uk
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Oceanario
Pier Approach
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just a thirty minute drive away is this lovely aquarium on Bournemouth seafront. Our daughter's favourite place to be. Web: www.oceanarium.co.uk
Small bird of prey centre, a twenty five drive away. Web: libertysfalconry.com
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Centro de Búhos, Rapaces y Reptiles de Liberty
Crow Lane
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Small bird of prey centre, a twenty five drive away. Web: libertysfalconry.com
A forty minute drive away is this fabulous zoo for all the family, Marwell is the perfect day out to spot all creatures great and small. Web: www.marwell.org.uk/zoo/
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Marwell Zoo
Thompson's Lane
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A forty minute drive away is this fabulous zoo for all the family, Marwell is the perfect day out to spot all creatures great and small. Web: www.marwell.org.uk/zoo/
Roughly an hour away, but well worth a visit, this castle ruin is a great day out and a stones throw from Swanage, which is lovely coastal town. Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/corfe-castle
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Corfe Castle
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Roughly an hour away, but well worth a visit, this castle ruin is a great day out and a stones throw from Swanage, which is lovely coastal town. Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/corfe-castle
Roughly forty-five minutes away is this magnificent stately home. Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy
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Kingston Lacy
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Roughly forty-five minutes away is this magnificent stately home. Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/kingston-lacy
A twenty five minute drive away is this small model town of Wimbourne. Web: http://wimborne-modeltown.com
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Ciudad Modelo de Wimborne
King Street
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A twenty five minute drive away is this small model town of Wimbourne. Web: http://wimborne-modeltown.com
A twenty five minute drive away is this world famous motor museum Web: https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/
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Beaulieu
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A twenty five minute drive away is this world famous motor museum Web: https://www.beaulieu.co.uk/

City/town information

A pretty New Forest town. Plenty of cafes and restaurants and some good local walks nearby from Bolton's Bench (where you may spot a New Forest Pony of two!) Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/lyndhurst
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Lyndhurst
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A pretty New Forest town. Plenty of cafes and restaurants and some good local walks nearby from Bolton's Bench (where you may spot a New Forest Pony of two!) Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/lyndhurst
A small New Forest village in the heart of the New Forest. Burley is famous for its witches and dragons and is surrounded by stunning walks and scenery. Web: www.burleynewforest.co.uk
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Burley
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A small New Forest village in the heart of the New Forest. Burley is famous for its witches and dragons and is surrounded by stunning walks and scenery. Web: www.burleynewforest.co.uk
A pretty New Forest village, perfect to spot ponies and donkeys. You'll also find lovely walks, good cafes and some cute gift shops. Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/beaulieu
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Beaulieu
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A pretty New Forest village, perfect to spot ponies and donkeys. You'll also find lovely walks, good cafes and some cute gift shops. Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/beaulieu
Known as the northern gateway to the New Forest, this small, riverside town is set on the banks of the river Avon. Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/fordingbridge
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Fordingbridge
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Known as the northern gateway to the New Forest, this small, riverside town is set on the banks of the river Avon. Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/fordingbridge
This coastal town is an ancient seaport and rich with history. It also boasts some lovely shops, cafes and restaurants along the high street. Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/lymington
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Lymington
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This coastal town is an ancient seaport and rich with history. It also boasts some lovely shops, cafes and restaurants along the high street. Web: www.thenewforest.co.uk/explore/towns-and-villages/lymington
Can’t decide between seaside or countryside, historic town or pretty harbour? Christchurch offers the perfect solution with a choice of award-winning beaches, coastal nature reserves and heritage attractions. Web: www.visit-dorset.com/explore/areas-to-visit/christchurch
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Christchurch
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Can’t decide between seaside or countryside, historic town or pretty harbour? Christchurch offers the perfect solution with a choice of award-winning beaches, coastal nature reserves and heritage attractions. Web: www.visit-dorset.com/explore/areas-to-visit/christchurch
Seaside town with over seven miles of beaches. High street shops, chain restaurants, a theatre, cinema and music venue.
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Bournemouth
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Seaside town with over seven miles of beaches. High street shops, chain restaurants, a theatre, cinema and music venue.
A pretty market town. Romsey is good for a selected few small high street shops. Visit the impressive Abbey or take a walk by the river. There's also a lovely market on weekends. Web: www.visitromsey.org/
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Romsey
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A pretty market town. Romsey is good for a selected few small high street shops. Visit the impressive Abbey or take a walk by the river. There's also a lovely market on weekends. Web: www.visitromsey.org/
A fabulous cathedral city with good shops, cafes bars and restaurants.
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Winchester
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A fabulous cathedral city with good shops, cafes bars and restaurants.
Good for shopping and sightseeing. Web: www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/salisbury
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Salisbury
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Good for shopping and sightseeing. Web: www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/salisbury