Places to visit

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Stockbridge

A five minute drive from King’s Somborne, or a short cycle ride away, the town of Stockbridge is set amongst period buildings and picturesque thatched cottages. The water meadows (pictured), Stockbridge Downs and beautiful woodland make an idyllic backdrop to your country walk (or your cream tea). The area is rich in history, there were settlements on Stockbridge Down from at least 2000 BC; nearby are the impressive earthworks at Danebury, Meon Hill and Woolbury.

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And as if that isn’t enough to persuade you to take a visit, Stockbridge officially has the best food in the country! In March 2010 this small town high street was voted as the best ‘foodie street’ in Britain in the Google Street View Awards.

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Winchester Cathedral

Winchester is England’s ancient capital and former seat of King Alfred the Great. An unspoilt cathedral city on the edge of the South Downs, today Winchester combines the best of city life with the freshness of the surrounding countryside.

Explore more than 1000 years of history in Europe’s longest medieval Cathedral. Begun in 1079 in the Romanesque style, this cathedral has played a fundamental part in the life of Winchester and a significant role in the history of our nation. With beautiful gardens in its grounds, and regular concerts and exhibitions, the cathedral is a must see.

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Salisbury and Stonehenge

With a history dating back over 5,000 years there is no shortage of places to visit in the city of Salisbury. Some favourites include Salisbury cathedral, World Heritage site Stonehenge, a number of stately homes and gardens, Fisherton Mill, the list goes on...

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