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Wiltshire

World-famous gardens, villages and ancient landscapes along with some lesser-known gems, there are plenty of places in our care in Wiltshire that can provide a fun day out.

Places to visit

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Top places to visit in Wiltshire

The Temple of Apollo reflected in the lake at Stourhead, Wiltshire, in May
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Stourhead 

A Palladian house and world-famous landscape garden with a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, a mystical grotto and rare and exotic trees.

near Mere, Wiltshire

Partially open today
Family in summer clothes walking through the cloister at Lacock Abbey
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Lacock 

Country house with monastic roots, once home to William Henry Fox Talbot, inventor of the photographic negative

near Chippenham, Wiltshire

Partially open today
Sheep grazing around the standing stones at Avebury with autumn trees in the background in Wiltshire.
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Avebury 

Ancient stone circle ane museum in the heart of the Avebury World Heritage Site.

Marlborough, Wiltshire

Partially open today
A view of the front of Mompesson House from Choristers' Green in Salisbury Cathedral Close
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Mompesson House 

Homely and welcoming 18th-century townhouse in the heart of Salisbury's Cathedral Close

Salisbury, Wiltshire

Fully open today
A view of The Dye Pool in autumn showing topiary and lilies at The Courts Garden, Wiltshire
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The Courts Garden 

Delightful English country garden

near Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire

Fully open today
A view of the exterior of Great Chalfield Manor across the moat and forecourt, the sun is low in the sky and glinting off the roof.the
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Great Chalfield Manor 

Charming fifteenth-century manor house with Arts and Crafts garden

near Melksham, Wiltshire

Closed now
The entrance to Westwood Manor from the top of Westwood church in Wiltshire
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Westwood Manor 

Fifteenth-century stone manor house

near Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Closed now
A wildflower meadow with lots of purple and yellow flowers surrounding King Alfred's Tower at Stourhead
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Alfred's Tower 

Triangular tower named after King Alfred who raised his standard here in 870

Closed now

Volunteer opportunities in Wiltshire

Making new friends, working in amazing places, and knowing that you're helping a great cause - just three great reasons to volunteer with the National Trust in Wiltshire.

Visitors and room guide reading an archive newspaper in the Kitchen at Avebury Manor, Wiltshire
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Volunteering at Avebury 

If you or your workplace are interested in volunteering at Avebury and the Wiltshire landscape, here’s everything you need to know about joining the team.

Flower border beside a stone path with the Well Court behind at Great Chalfield Manor, Wiltshire
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Volunteering at Great Chalfield Manor 

When Jennifer Connor became a garden volunteer at Great Chalfield for a summer she had no idea of the effect it would have on her life and future. Read more about her story here.

Sheep grazing green grass in front of the ha-ha at Lacock Abbey in Wiltshire on a warm autumn day
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Supporter groups in Wiltshire 

There is one National Trust supporter group in Wiltshire where you can join to meet like-minded people, make new friends and learn more about the work of the National Trust.

Our work

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The Wiltshire Chalk Partnership 

Learn more about the Wiltshire Chalk Partnership and its ambition to help restore and create precious chalk grassland habitats.

Places to visit in Wiltshire car-free

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places in Wiltshire you can visit without a car.

Muddy mountain bike.
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Places you can visit in Wiltshire without a car 

Whether you’re looking to travel by bus, train, bike or foot, there are many places that we care for in Wiltshire that you can visit without a car. Here’s a little more information that can help you plan your a car-free day out.

Upcoming events

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Share the joy of blossom 

Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire

Nature is calling. Take a stroll around the gardens and explore Lacock in bloom.

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28 Apr to 11 May 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 13 other dates or times
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Walks & Talks guided tours 

Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire

Discover the story of Stourhead and its landscape garden on daily guided tours.

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28 Apr to 9 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 12:30
+ 207 other dates or times
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Festival of Blossom 2025 - Spring Celebration Display 

Mompesson House, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Celebrate spring with a joyful and colourful display in the Dining Room of Mompesson House.

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28 Apr to 29 Apr 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
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Festival of Blossom 2025 at Mompesson House 

Mompesson House, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Celebrate blossom this spring at Mompesson House with free activities from 4 April to 1 June.

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28 Apr to 1 Jun 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 24 other dates or times
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Festival of Blossom 2025 - Wild Writing Week 

Mompesson House, Salisbury, Wiltshire

Celebrate the written word on the theme of nature; whether poetry, prose or haiku is your joy, allow your creativity to flow at Mompesson House.

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28 Apr to 29 Apr 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Regency at Mompesson House 

Mompesson House, Salisbury, Wiltshire

This year we’re exploring the Regency era at Mompesson House. During this time, the Portman family lived at Mompesson.

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28 Apr to 2 Nov 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 134 other dates or times
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Art demonstration with Sarah Hobley, artist in residence 

Avebury, Marlborough, Wiltshire

See Sarah Hobley demonstrating the creative process of her sculpted ceramics and find out more about her Avebury project. The finished pieces will evoke the experience of walking the Avebury landscape throughout the year.

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29 Apr 2025
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11:00 to 14:00
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Social Strolls 

Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire

Make a connection on social strolls at Stourhead.

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1 May to 25 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 12:00
+ 69 other dates or times
A family in the garden in spring surrounded by daffodils at Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire

Where will you visit next?

Discover lots of gardens, historic houses, days out at the coast and more.