Around Bath & Bristol

A view of Lacock Abbey in Wiltshire in the autumn — The Lacock Abbey grounds are full of colour in the autumn

Autumn in Avebury henge — Early autumn in the Avebury stone circles

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Walking near Bath and Bristol

There are many walks near Bristol and Bath which will take you out to hidden places, scenic corners and peaceful viewpoints. Here a few ideas to start you off.

Half term days out near Bath and Bristol

Let off steam this half-term with a wide range of things to do and places to play.

Looking down the hill at Tyntesfield's Holly Walk in autumn

Autumn colour near Bath and Bristol

Autumn colour spreads across the landscape at this time of year; here's a few of the best spots to see the yellows, ambers and reds develop near you.

Top Christmas days out in the South West

Take a look at the top places to visit and festive experiences, from enchanted houses, to fairytale stories and handmade garlands.

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Visitors at the front entrance which has been decorated for Christmas at Saltram, Devon — Christmas at Saltram, Devon

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In the South West you're never far from a National Trust garden, house or countryside walk.

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Avebury

Stonehenge and Avebury walking challenge

Mon 11 Nov 2019

+ 49 other dates

01:00-23:59

An opportunity to walk in the footsteps of our ancestors in this iconic landscape, rich in archaeology, wildlife and plants. You can enjoy these wide open spaces by challenging yourself to complete all eight walks - once done you'll have walked 50km.

Avebury

Wiltshire Landscape walking challenge

Mon 11 Nov 2019

+ 49 other dates

01:00-23:59

This is an opportunity to discover more of Wiltshire's iconic landscape, rich in archaeology, wildlife and plants. You can enjoy beautiful open spaces and challenge yourself to complete all twelve walks at our landscape sites.

Tyntesfield

Golden tree walks

Tue 12 Nov 2019

+ 5 other dates

10:00-16:00

Join us during the golden season for self-led walks through the changing colours of Tyntesfield's trees.

Tyntesfield

Autumn seasonal trail

Tue 12 Nov 2019

+ 5 other dates

10:00-16:00

Pull on your wellies and step into autumn for the first of a series of new seasonal trails.

Tyntesfield

Seasonal squash display

Tue 12 Nov 2019

+ 10 other dates

10:00-17:00

The gardeners have been busy growing 33 different types of pumpkin and squash which will be on display in the Orangery.

Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village

Look inside a Lacock cottage

Tue 12 Nov 2019

+ 5 other dates

11:00-15:00

Peek behind one of Lacock's closed doors as we open our holiday cottage, 2 High Street, for you to explore. It's one of the oldest buildings in the village and was used as a green room for the cast of Cranford.

Godo Christmas wreath — Festive wreaths created on a workshop

What's on

There are hundreds of events happening across the South West, including markets, sleigh rides and carol singing.

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Christmas crafts, archaeology and wildlife

Nine handmade Christmas ideas

Looking for handmade inspiration this Christmas? Here's a list of crafty things to make by our favourite bloggers, from ice lanterns to old fashioned wrapping paper.

Medieval Kingston Lacy - Guests Arriving to the Christmas Party

A Medieval Christmas Party

Ever wondered what Christmas was like in 1371? We've found evidence of the biggest royal festive party hidden in a mysterious Medieval mansion.

Four ways to help wildlife over winter

Winter; a time to snuggle up in front of the fire? Not anymore. Here's four traditional techniques our rangers, volunteers and fellow conservation charities get up to over winter to help keep the countryside healthy, beautiful and rich in wildlife.