Wiltshire

Welcome to Wiltshire, a county that serves as the heart of ancient England. This is a landscape where history is not hidden in books, but writ large across the rolling green hills and vast plains. …

Our first major stop is Stonehenge, perhaps the most famous prehistoric landmark in the world. Dating back to 3000 BC and taking over a thousand years to complete, this Neolithic site on Salisbury Plain remains shrouded in…

While Stonehenge is more famous, many scholars consider Avebury to be the superior prehistoric site. This Neolithic stone circle is so massive that it quite literally encases an entire village. …

We transition from the prehistoric to the medieval as we enter the village of Lacock. Owned and maintained by the National Trust, Lacock has remained practically unchanged for over 200 years. …

Trowbridge, the county town of Wiltshire, offers a fascinating look at the region's industrial heritage. Historically a market town, it flourished during the Industrial Revolution due to the Kennet and Avon Canal, which…

Often called 'the prettiest village in England', Castle Combe is the quintessential Cotswold gem nestled in Wiltshire. The village is complete with cobbled streets and charming houses that date back to the 14th century. …

Our final stop is Old Sarum, an Iron Age hill fort that evolved into a thriving medieval city before being abandoned in the 13th century. This site offers a layered history that is unique even in Wiltshire. …

As our journey through Wiltshire concludes, I hope you carry with you a sense of the county's profound antiquity and enduring beauty. We have stood within the world's greatest stone circles, walked the corridors of Hogwarts in…