Salisbury - The City in the Countryside
- 2 Days
Salisbury- The City in the Countryside is a two-day, one night itinerary during Summer 2023 for organised tours, including a brand new art exhibition in the Cathedral and time to explore Salisbury’s beautiful gardens, walks and outside spaces
Enjoy a visit to Salisbury Cathedral’s International Art Exhibition, ‘To Be Free’, alfresco English afternoon tea with the best view, an evening of music or theatre set in a historic garden, a stroll around our beautiful Queen Elizabeth Gardens, a photo opportunity of Salisbury Cathedral from either the spot made famous by the painter Constable or from the river Avon, and time to enjoy the best independent retail for miles around.
See the full itinerary PDF here.
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Salisbury - The City in the Countryside
DAY 1:
The first thing you’ll see as you arrive is Salisbury Cathedral’s spire, the tallest in the country. Standing at a breath-taking 404ft / 123m, it has been guiding travellers to Salisbury city for over 800 years. Drop off is in St John’s Street, a short walk to Salisbury Cathedral.
Salisbury Cathedral is hosting a new modern art exhibition, To Be Free (13 May - 17 Sep), exploring the subject of liberty, a fitting topic for a Cathedral that owns one of only four remaining 1215 Magna Carta in the world. Featuring the work of emerging and internationally acclaimed artists including Yinka Shonibare’s compelling fibreglass sculpture, Justice For All and Cornelia Parker’s Magna Carta (An Embroidery), a 13-metre-long embroidery installation depicting the Magna Carta Wikipedia pages. And then over to the Bell Tower Tea Rooms to enjoy afternoon tea with magnificent views of Salisbury Cathedral.
Grab a blanket or fold out chair and picnic whilst you enjoy a Summer of Music and Theatre in the peaceful gardens at Arundells, former home of the late Prime Minister, Sir Edward Heath. During July and August, you’ll find performances of Twelfth Night, Robin Hood, Jabberwocky, Gilbert and Sullivan Opera and the Wizard of Oz. Or how about joining a unique outdoor walkabout production of Shakespeare’s tale, The Tempest, held in one of Salisbury’s most beloved parks, Churchill Gardens.
There are plenty of great places to stay in Salisbury, one to suit every budget. Choose one steeped in history with outstanding views of either the Cathedral or surrounding countryside. Stay at Sarum College, just steps away from Salisbury Cathedral, some rooms have the most amazing views, The Legacy Rose and Crown, a 13th Century 4-star riverside coaching inn with views of Salisbury Cathedral or Milford Hall Hotel and Spa, a family-owned boutique hotel in a pretty Georgian manor house.
DAY 2:
Salisbury is a city in the countryside. There are many open green spaces, gardens and some spectacular views. Today includes time to explore Queen Elizabeth Gardens, an opportunity to take a great photograph of Salisbury Cathedral, plus time to shop.
Visit Queen Elizabeth Gardens, opened in the 1960s to commemorate our late Queen’s Coronation, perfect for a gentle stroll by the River Avon, or if you’re looking for a great vantage point to take that memorable photograph, either head along the Town Path for the Constable Walk, where you’ll be rewarded with the famous view of the Cathedral Constable painted or perhaps enjoy a punt on the River Avon and let yourself drift down the river and see the beautiful historic city of Salisbury from the water.
In Salisbury, we celebrate the unique and the quirky, the local and the original. Salisbury is a shopper’s paradise, unlike any other high street where you’ll be sure to find something unusual. Visit Salisbury on a Tuesday or Saturday and you can experience the Charter Market located in the marketplace, near the Guildhall. One of the oldest markets in Britain, Salisbury has hosted a weekly market since 1227. Today you will find a vibrant, friendly market packed with fresh, local artisan produce and unique products – perfect for something to eat now or a gift to take home.
It’s time to head back to St John’s Street to meet your coach and bring your tour to an end. Experience more of Salisbury’s originality and charm throughout the year, with a great range of festivals and events to delight you. Join us in November and December when our medieval streets, markets and shops burst with festive merriment and sparkling decorations.If you have time, why not enjoy an afternoon or evening at Salisbury Racecourse. There are race days throughout the summer months, some with live music.
See the full itinerary PDF here.
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Your experience....
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Salisbury Cathedral
Salisbury Cathedral has been a place of worship, welcome, and hospitality for over 800 years. The story of this great Cathedral is a tale of defiance and ingenuity that begins back in 1218.
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Disabled Access
1 minute
Bell Tower Tea Rooms
Sit outside, relax and watch the world go by at the quaint Bell Tower Tea Rooms overlooking the North Lawn of Salisbury Cathedral. Spring/Summer months only.
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Outside Seating Available
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Vegetarian Options
3 minutes
Arundells
Arundells is a Grade II Listed home in the heart of Salisbury Cathedral Close. It is the former home of the late Sir Edward Heath – Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1970 to 1974.
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Disabled Access
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Venue Hire Available
10 Minutes
10 minutes
Sarum College
Sarum College welcomes people from all over the world for B&B, residential courses, conferences and events.
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Independent Business
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City Centre Location
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Vegetarian Options
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Meeting Room Hire Available
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Venue Hire Available
3 minutes
Rose & Crown Hotel
Stunning views, relaxing tranquility and luxury accommodation come together at 4* Rose & Crown Hotel to create the perfect getaway in the historic city of Salisbury.
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Vegetarian Options
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Venue Hire Available
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Meeting Room Hire Available
10 minutes
Milford Hall Hotel & Spa
The family owned Georgian mansion house boasts 45 luxurious bedrooms, a quality Italian restaurant and an onsite spa.
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Independent Business
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City Centre Location
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Outside Seating Available
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Dog Friendly
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Vegetarian Options
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Venue Hire Available
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Meeting Room Hire Available
10 minutesFeatured
Queen Elizabeth Gardens
Queen Elizabeth Gardens is one of Salisbury’s most cherished and celebrated parks. The park has a planted area, a large play park, as well as ample of green space; perfect for a picnic and outdoor games.
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City Centre Location
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Disabled Access
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Dog Friendly
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Toilets
2 minutes
Salisbury Punting
Enjoy a unique experience on the only punt on the River Avon. Let yourself drift down the river and see the beautiful historic city of Salisbury from the water.
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Independent Business
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City Centre Location
5 minutes
Salisbury Charter Market
Every Tuesday and Saturday, Salisbury's historic Charter Market is held in the Market Place with a variety of local traders offering a range of fresh local produce and products.
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Independent Business
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Disabled Access
Salisbury Racecourse
Salisbury Racecourse offers a great day out for all ages, no matter how much you know about horse racing. The course itself is set in beautiful countryside lying between Wilton and Salisbury.
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Venue Hire Available
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Meeting Room Hire Available
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At a glance...
FeaturedSalisbury Cathedral
Salisbury Cathedral has been a place of worship, welcome, and hospitality for over 800 years. The story of this great Cathedral is a tale of defiance and ingenuity that begins back in 1218.
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Disabled Access
Bell Tower Tea Rooms
Sit outside, relax and watch the world go by at the quaint Bell Tower Tea Rooms overlooking the North Lawn of Salisbury Cathedral. Spring/Summer months only.
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Outside Seating Available
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Vegetarian Options
Arundells
Arundells is a Grade II Listed home in the heart of Salisbury Cathedral Close. It is the former home of the late Sir Edward Heath – Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1970 to 1974.
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City Centre Location
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Dog Friendly
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Disabled Access
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Venue Hire Available
Churchill Gardens
Just south of the city Churchill Gardens is framed by the River Avon with routes snaking through the park ideal for walking, running and cycling. The Gardens also has outdoor gym equipment, Disc Golf, play parks, skate park and basketball court.
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Dog Friendly
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Disabled Access
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Toilets
Sarum College
Sarum College welcomes people from all over the world for B&B, residential courses, conferences and events.
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Independent Business
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City Centre Location
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Vegetarian Options
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Meeting Room Hire Available
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Venue Hire Available
Rose & Crown Hotel
Stunning views, relaxing tranquility and luxury accommodation come together at 4* Rose & Crown Hotel to create the perfect getaway in the historic city of Salisbury.
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Vegetarian Options
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Venue Hire Available
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Meeting Room Hire Available
Milford Hall Hotel & Spa
The family owned Georgian mansion house boasts 45 luxurious bedrooms, a quality Italian restaurant and an onsite spa.
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Independent Business
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City Centre Location
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Outside Seating Available
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Dog Friendly
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Vegetarian Options
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Venue Hire Available
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Meeting Room Hire Available
FeaturedQueen Elizabeth Gardens
Queen Elizabeth Gardens is one of Salisbury’s most cherished and celebrated parks. The park has a planted area, a large play park, as well as ample of green space; perfect for a picnic and outdoor games.
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City Centre Location
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Disabled Access
-
Dog Friendly
-
Toilets
Salisbury Punting
Enjoy a unique experience on the only punt on the River Avon. Let yourself drift down the river and see the beautiful historic city of Salisbury from the water.
-
Independent Business
-
City Centre Location
Salisbury Charter Market
Every Tuesday and Saturday, Salisbury's historic Charter Market is held in the Market Place with a variety of local traders offering a range of fresh local produce and products.
-
Independent Business
-
City Centre Location
-
Dog Friendly
-
Disabled Access
Salisbury Racecourse
Salisbury Racecourse offers a great day out for all ages, no matter how much you know about horse racing. The course itself is set in beautiful countryside lying between Wilton and Salisbury.
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Free Parking
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Disabled Access
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Venue Hire Available
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Meeting Room Hire Available
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