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Willow Tree Barn offers Gold Star accommodation close to the City of Bath - (18 miles drive through picturesque countryside into the centre of Bath) and the thriving historic market town of Devizes (4 miles). There are plenty to do and to see around Willow Tree Barn!
LOCAL PUBS AND PLACES TO EAT:
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www.bargeinnseend.co.uk
www.thebellgreatcheverell.co.uk/
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LOCAL GALLERY
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Stonehenge, Avebury, Lacock and Salisbury Cathedral |
 Stonehenge (12 mi)
is a prehistoric monument located in the English county of Wiltshire,
about 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) west of Amesbury and 13 kilometres (8.1
mi) north of Salisbury. One of the most famous sites in the world,
Stonehenge is composed of earthworks surrounding a circular setting of
large standing stones and sits at the centre of the densest complex of
Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments in England, including several hundred
burial mounds.
 Avebury (10 mi)Without
doubt, Avebury is the most impressive of all remaining pre-historic
earthworks in Europe. While Stonehenge was dedicated to the worship of
the sun and moon, Avebury seems to have been dedicated to more human
themes. The strong sexual symbolism, in evidence in the way the
triangular and columnar stones were paired together, in conjunction with
the elaborate funeral celebrations, show that the cycle of birth,
life and death was very important in Neolithic times.
 Lacock (9 mi)
The
Wiltshire village of Lacock, with its cottages and inns dating back to
the 15th century form a breathtaking backdrop to the BBC production of
Cranford.The village is much admired by film makers; the National trust
village has played host to a variety of classic films from Pride and
Prejudice to Harry Potter.
 Salisbury Cathedral - (25 mi)
One
of the finest medieval Cathedrals in Britain with Britain's tallest
spire - which visitors are invited to climb. For over 750 years pilgrims
have gone to Salisbury to seek inspiration in the glory and peace of
the building, to marvel at the beauty and scale of the cathedral
interior and the surrounding Cathedral Close. Visitors can study the
original Magna Carta in the Chapter House.
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 City of Bath (18 mi)
Willow
Tree Barn is a convenient place to stay if you are exploring Bath. A World Heritage City. Jane Austen knew Bath as a
thriving spa resort, popular with fashionable society. Visit Bath today
and enjoy a vibrant city with great shopping, spa, dining and plenty to
see and do. Jane Austen set two of her six published novels, Northanger
Abbey and Persuasion, in Bath and made the city her home from 1801 to
1806. Bath is a thriving, vibrant city with a year round calender of
festivals, theatrical, musical and sporting events (click City of Bath for more info.) and Click Roman Baths to find out more about the finest thermal spas of acient world.
 Bath Racecourse ( 18 miles from Willow Tree Barn ) on Lansdown Hill will
be home to 20 exciting flat racing fixtures in 2010. With a variety of
weekday, weekend and evening fixtures a trip to Bath Racecourse is an
experience to be enjoyed by all.
Shopping in Bath offers a memorable
experience with a fabulous selection of small independent shops and
stylish boutiques alongside the familiar big name stores.
 Bath Christmas Market (17 mi)
Each
year, the Abbey Churchyard area – a magical setting in the shadow of
Bath Abbey and next to the Roman Baths, right in the centre of the
stunning Georgian city’s shopping district, is transformed into a
Christmas shoppers’ haven – Bath Christmas Market.The internationally
renowned festive gift market is set to go ahead in its 10th anniversary
year from 25th November – 12th December 2010, gaining a whole extra week
of fun on previous years. For more info. Click Bath Christmas Market
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Devizes, its amenities and local events |
 Kennet & Avon Canal
We are 3 miles from the Kennet & Avon Canal, in the very heart of Wiltshire. The scenery around the canal is staggering.
Picture shows 'The Barge' pub at Honey Street.
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 Devizes boasts nearly 500
listed buildings, probably the highest concentration anywhere in
England.
The surrounding countryside offers stately homes, ancient
villages, oak-beamed pubs, attractive waterways, fantastic walking &
cycling opportunities.
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 Devizes Market (4 mi)
Devizes
is a thriving market town. Market day is Thursdays 7.30am - 2.30pm.
Amongst the stalls you will find lots of bargains on the fruit and veg.
There is also a huge selection of superb cheeses at discount prices.
Other stalls include fish and organic products as well as electrical
goods, country clothing and carpet stalls.
 Erlestoke Woods is great for Dog Walking - 3 miles from Willow
Tree Barn, very beautiful all year round. This photograph was taken in
November. On Sunday afternoons in the summertime watch Erlestoke
Cricket Club play their home matches in the walled garden next to the
wood.
 Erlestoke Golf Course, Erlestoke, Devizes, (3 mi)
18-hole
championship length downland course with an abundance of mature trees,
lakes and woodland. . A warm and genuine welcome awaits individuals,
groups, corporate clients, societies and visitors. Advisable to book in
advance. The Club offers attractive and flexible packages can be
tailored to your precise requirements. Call 01380 831069 in
advance.Erlestoke Golf Course is situated on the northern edge of
Salisbury Plain on the B3098 road between Westbury and the A360 at West
Lavington.
 Devizes to Westminster International Canoe Race (5 mi)
Devizes
Westminster International Canoe Race is one of the ultimate tests of
endurance. Travelling for 125 miles in kayak or canoe from Devizes to
Westminster, it pushes competitors to their physical and mental limits.
 Devizies Carnival & International Street Festival (4 mi)
A three week festival of music and the arts taking place in various venues around Devizes.
Carnival
in Devizes has a long history, is a vibrant mix of traditional and
contemporary carnival styles, a thriving celebration and is the biggest
community event in the town's calendar. With almost two weeks of festive
activities it is one of the biggest outdoor celebrations in Wiltshire
and includes the famous international STREET FESTIVAL.
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Museums near Willow Tree Barn |
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There are a number of museums within easy reach of Willow Tree Barn. To view these on a Google Map
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 Wiltshire Walks (0 mi)
Erlestoke Woods is 3 miles from Willow Tree Barn. Queen Victoria is said to have walked in the wood as a child whilst on holiday in Erlestoke.
With
over 6,000 km of Rights of Way and nearly 67,000 acres of Access Land,
Wiltshire provides some of the finest ‘easy rambling’ walks in the
country - it just requires an up-to-date Map and a detailed plan to
produce your own tailor-made walk.
 Fishing (2 mi)
Mill Farm Trout Lakes offers fly fishing for brown trout and rainbow trout on two lakes in Devizes, Wilshire.
 Castle Combe Race Circuit (18 mi)
Castle
Combe Race Circuit which celebrated its 60th Anniversary year in 2010.
With top class national motorsport providing close exciting racing, its
a great way to get an adrenaline hit during your stay in the Bath area.
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- Sainsbury's Supermarket (4 mi)
- Sainsbury's Supermarket is in Devizes 8 minute drive away.
- Waitrose (6 mi)
- Waitrose and Sainsbury Supermarkets can be found in Melksham.
Devizes Cinema.
Erlestoke Golf Club.
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