Nancy’s guidebook
Sightseeing
In 2012, Avebury Manor opened its doors again following a transformation in collaboration with the BBC. Avebury Manor has been home to many families since its creation in the 1500s. Located on the edge of the largest stone circle in the world and on the site of a former priory, this is a house with a fascinating past.
The Manor Reborn, presented by Penelope Keith and Paul Martin, a four part landmark BBC1 series which followed a lively team of historians, designers and volunteers as they refurbished the 500 year old Manor. The finished rooms evoke the personalities of the families that lived there and the atmosphere of the eras in which they lived.
Avebury Manor is now open every day except Wednesday. Entry is by timed ticket only. You can buy timed tickets to the house online.
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Avebury Manor
High StreetIn 2012, Avebury Manor opened its doors again following a transformation in collaboration with the BBC. Avebury Manor has been home to many families since its creation in the 1500s. Located on the edge of the largest stone circle in the world and on the site of a former priory, this is a house with a fascinating past.
The Manor Reborn, presented by Penelope Keith and Paul Martin, a four part landmark BBC1 series which followed a lively team of historians, designers and volunteers as they refurbished the 500 year old Manor. The finished rooms evoke the personalities of the families that lived there and the atmosphere of the eras in which they lived.
Avebury Manor is now open every day except Wednesday. Entry is by timed ticket only. You can buy timed tickets to the house online.
A 10 minute drive and I think better than Stonehenge, after 6pm you can enjoy walking around Avebury(touching the stones.........or hugging them!) when the tour buses have gone home.
You can cycle or walk the 8 miles to Avebury from Overtown Manor through the farm and along the Ridgeway or along other footpaths taking in views of Barbury Castle and the White Horse at Hackpen.
In the 1930s, the pretty village of Avebury, partially encompassed by the stone circle of this World Heritage site, was witness to the excavations of archaeologist Alexander Keiller. The fascinating finds from his excavations are on display in the 17th-century threshing barn and stables galleries of the Alexander Keiller Museum, where interactive displays and activities for children bring the landscape to life.
Walk to the Bronze Age burial mounds at Windmill Hill.
Visit the Lansdowne Monument and Iron Age earthwork of Oldbury.
Discover Avebury’s buried past secrets in the museum.
Cycling- Ridgeway National Trail through the property. This is shared with walkers. Dogs on leads are welcome.
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Avebury
A 10 minute drive and I think better than Stonehenge, after 6pm you can enjoy walking around Avebury(touching the stones.........or hugging them!) when the tour buses have gone home.
You can cycle or walk the 8 miles to Avebury from Overtown Manor through the farm and along the Ridgeway or along other footpaths taking in views of Barbury Castle and the White Horse at Hackpen.
In the 1930s, the pretty village of Avebury, partially encompassed by the stone circle of this World Heritage site, was witness to the excavations of archaeologist Alexander Keiller. The fascinating finds from his excavations are on display in the 17th-century threshing barn and stables galleries of the Alexander Keiller Museum, where interactive displays and activities for children bring the landscape to life.
Walk to the Bronze Age burial mounds at Windmill Hill.
Visit the Lansdowne Monument and Iron Age earthwork of Oldbury.
Discover Avebury’s buried past secrets in the museum.
Cycling- Ridgeway National Trail through the property. This is shared with walkers. Dogs on leads are welcome.
1½ hour’s drive
Stonehenge is probably the most important prehistoric monument in the whole of Britain and has attracted visitors from earliest times. It stands as a timeless monument to the people who built it. Visitors are unable to walk amongst the stones except on special or arranged occasions. There is a charge to visit the stones.
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Stonehenge
1½ hour’s drive
Stonehenge is probably the most important prehistoric monument in the whole of Britain and has attracted visitors from earliest times. It stands as a timeless monument to the people who built it. Visitors are unable to walk amongst the stones except on special or arranged occasions. There is a charge to visit the stones.
A 5 minute drive or a 45 minute walk across the farm.
Barbury Castle is at the top end of the farm, about 3 miles away.
The main focal points of the park are the Iron Age hill fort, covering about twelve acres, adjacent round barrows, Celtic field systems and 18th-19th Century flint workings. The West Saxons are said to have defeated the Britons here in AD 556 at the Battle of Beran Byrig. Centuries later the area was a favourite haunt of Richard Jefferies, the 19th Century writer, who lived an hour’s walk away at Coate. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument.
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Barbury Castle
A 5 minute drive or a 45 minute walk across the farm.
Barbury Castle is at the top end of the farm, about 3 miles away.
The main focal points of the park are the Iron Age hill fort, covering about twelve acres, adjacent round barrows, Celtic field systems and 18th-19th Century flint workings. The West Saxons are said to have defeated the Britons here in AD 556 at the Battle of Beran Byrig. Centuries later the area was a favourite haunt of Richard Jefferies, the 19th Century writer, who lived an hour’s walk away at Coate. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument.
40 minutes drive
Westonbirt is a wonderful place to visit all year round. During the summer flower lovers will find the beautiful hydrangeas in bloom and the Indian Bean Tree at its most dramatic. Take a relaxing walk and enjoy a picnic; or set the kids free to find our hidden dens or follow a trail. The autumn months bring an array of wonderful colours in the trees. Winter is truly magical at Westonbirt. Conifers provide a sculptured backdrop to the deciduous trees and smaller shrubs, whilst unexpected colour can be found from flaming red barked dogwood and scarlet willows. The rich combination of woodland plants and wildflower brings a vibrant beauty in spring.
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Westonbirt, El Arboreto Nacional
40 minutes drive
Westonbirt is a wonderful place to visit all year round. During the summer flower lovers will find the beautiful hydrangeas in bloom and the Indian Bean Tree at its most dramatic. Take a relaxing walk and enjoy a picnic; or set the kids free to find our hidden dens or follow a trail. The autumn months bring an array of wonderful colours in the trees. Winter is truly magical at Westonbirt. Conifers provide a sculptured backdrop to the deciduous trees and smaller shrubs, whilst unexpected colour can be found from flaming red barked dogwood and scarlet willows. The rich combination of woodland plants and wildflower brings a vibrant beauty in spring.
30 minute drive
Whether it’s a visit to the Corinium Museum, Brewery Arts Centre, Cirencester Park or the Roman Amphitheatre, Cirencester has plenty to offer. If that’s not enough, Cirencester is within easy reach of the world famous Westonbirt Arboretum near Tetbury, the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford and the Keynes Country Park part of the Cotswold Water Park. Cirencester is famous for its Roman history, so a visit to the Corinium Museum is recommended if you have an interest in this field. Cirencester is also within easy reach of Cheltenham, Gloucester, Swindon and Oxford.
If you would like any further information on any of the ‘places to visit’ and ‘things to do’ please don’t hesitate to ask us.
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Cirencester
30 minute drive
Whether it’s a visit to the Corinium Museum, Brewery Arts Centre, Cirencester Park or the Roman Amphitheatre, Cirencester has plenty to offer. If that’s not enough, Cirencester is within easy reach of the world famous Westonbirt Arboretum near Tetbury, the Cotswold Wildlife Park in Burford and the Keynes Country Park part of the Cotswold Water Park. Cirencester is famous for its Roman history, so a visit to the Corinium Museum is recommended if you have an interest in this field. Cirencester is also within easy reach of Cheltenham, Gloucester, Swindon and Oxford.
If you would like any further information on any of the ‘places to visit’ and ‘things to do’ please don’t hesitate to ask us.
Food scene
Polly's Tea room is a must and the shops and restaurants are worth a visit
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Marlborough
Polly's Tea room is a must and the shops and restaurants are worth a visit
Fun for all the family, with a newly opened restaurant.
A privately owned, public golf course and 20 bay driving range. This 9 hole, 2767 yard course is less than a mile from Junction 16 of the M4 and 1.5 miles from the A4361. Open 7 days a week throughout the year.
FootGolf – a brilliant way to spend the afternoon outside with all ages.
Basset Down Golf Complex
Hay LaneFun for all the family, with a newly opened restaurant.
A privately owned, public golf course and 20 bay driving range. This 9 hole, 2767 yard course is less than a mile from Junction 16 of the M4 and 1.5 miles from the A4361. Open 7 days a week throughout the year.
FootGolf – a brilliant way to spend the afternoon outside with all ages.
City/town information
A great day trip to Bath from Overtown Manor by train from Swindon Train station. The station is 4 miles from Overtown
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Bath
A great day trip to Bath from Overtown Manor by train from Swindon Train station. The station is 4 miles from Overtown
Oxford
Neighbourhoods
Heavenly day trips to the Cotswolds from Overtown Manor
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Cotswolds
Heavenly day trips to the Cotswolds from Overtown Manor
Family fun
A great day out for all the family, especially teenagers
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Cotswold Water Park
Rigsby's LaneA great day out for all the family, especially teenagers
Clay Pigeon Shooting (Barbury Shooting School) – 2 minute drive
Barbury Shooting School is open 7 days a week for Practice, Tuition, Parties and Corporate events.
Barbury Shooting School
Clay Pigeon Shooting (Barbury Shooting School) – 2 minute drive
Barbury Shooting School is open 7 days a week for Practice, Tuition, Parties and Corporate events.
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