Wiltshire

Journey Time:     
1 Day
Distance:     
13 miles (21 km)
Airports: 
Bristol

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/web2)

Overview

Known as "The gateway to the West Country", Wiltshire is a beautiful county of great diversity. Much of the county is designated as an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', so it's no wonder that Wiltshire is home to some of the most beautiful gardens in Britain.

Day 1: Warminster - Bradford-on-Avon

Warminster - Bradford-on-Avon: 13 miles (21 km)
Totals for Day: 13 miles (21 km)

Stourhead, Stourton, Warminster, Wiltshire

Begin your tour of Wiltshire with the outstanding 18th century landscape garden of Stourhead. The garden is set around a lake with classical temples, elegant bridges, picturesque grottoes and superb vistas at every turn. Massed rhododendrons, azaleas and beeches give superb seasonal colour, whilst winter frosts lend a magical effect.

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The Peto Garden, at Iford Manor, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Wiltshire is also home to The Peto Garden. Here, architect Harold Peto designed his steep valley garden with a strong Italianate framework, with cypress and junipers punctuated by sarcophagi, fountains, marble seats loggias and statues. There are also romantic cloisters with breathtaking valley views, a wild meadow of naturalised lilies and a walled kitchen garden.

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Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 580 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

For full details and to order click here.