Wiltshire is a historic county in South West England renowned for its ancient monuments, scenic chalk downs, and cultural landmarks including Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral.
Dunley Barn is a converted former cow shed located in the rural village of Pitton near Salisbury, offering a homely and peaceful private retreat with views of rolling countryside and direct access to nature paths.
A single-storey converted barn cottage located in a private rural estate in Dunbridge, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with garden space, modern amenities, and proximity to local attractions.
The Pepperbox is an historic hexagonal folly tower built in 1606 on Pepperbox Hill, Wiltshire. It offers panoramic views across the surrounding countryside including Salisbury. The tower is a Grade II listed building and a notable early folly, owned and preserved by the National Trust.
This detached self-contained holiday lodge sits on the private Rushmore Estate within rural countryside near the medieval village of Tollard Royal, offering a peaceful setting surrounded by natural woodland grounds and estate activities.
This is a converted barn accommodation set in a large meadow with beautiful interiors, offering a peaceful countryside retreat with accessible features and private outdoor amenities including a hot tub and enclosed garden.
Fontmell and Melbury Downs is a protected chalk downland area in Dorset known for its beautiful open grasslands, circular walking routes, diverse wildlife, and scenic viewpoints including Melbury Beacon. It offers accessible outdoor experiences with opportunities to spot butterflies, orchids and glow-worms in summer, set in the landscape that inspired Thomas Hardy's novels.
Orchard Cottage is a characterful single-storey luxury cottage in Over Wallop offering a peaceful and elegant retreat surrounded by picturesque countryside and village charm.
A Grade II listed three-bedroom holiday home located in Shaftesbury town centre, featuring stylish and homely interiors with accessibility features including a lift, and facing the greenery of the Trinity Centre.
Shaftesbury is a historic hilltop town in Dorset, England, known for its scenic views, the ruins of Shaftesbury Abbey, the iconic cobbled Gold Hill, and vibrant cultural events including an annual Snowdrop Festival.
Kilcot Coachhouse is a detached, recently refurbished rural property in the south Cotswolds featuring two ensuite double bedrooms, an open plan living area, and a small patio with garden furniture and BBQ, suitable for up to 4 guests with one pet allowed.
Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse is the only surviving part of the historic Cistercian Kingswood Abbey in Gloucestershire, with origins dating back to 1139. Visitors can explore the medieval gatehouse, a Grade I listed building, located in the village of Kingswood and managed by English Heritage.
7 Oct–15 Nov (another 37 days)
A family sensory trail brings the story of ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ to life through interactive installations, inviting visitors to search for the bear.
A light and airy barn conversion situated in the rural village of Martin near Salisbury, offering a peaceful and homely holiday retreat with scenic countryside surroundings and nature immersion.
A stylish and private log cabin in a prestigious area of Trowbridge with a cosy atmosphere, surrounded by fruit trees and a wild pond, offering a peaceful and laid-back retreat.
The Shires Shopping Centre in Trowbridge is a central covered shopping destination featuring a museum, a large car park, and a variety of retail stores along with food outlets. It also includes a modern extension called Shires Gateway with additional shops and cafés.
Trowbridge is the county town of Wiltshire, England, known for its rich history as a market town and a major centre of woollen cloth production. It features historical architecture, a river, shopping centres, and cultural festivals, making it an appealing destination for visitors.
The Old Tack Room is a peaceful countryside retreat located in the village of Tilshead on Salisbury Plain, with scenic surroundings and easy access to historic Wiltshire landmarks including Stonehenge and Avebury.
A cosy, stylishly furnished annexe located on the edge of a Wiltshire village offering a peaceful retreat with rural surroundings and nearby walking routes.
White Barrow is a large Neolithic long barrow on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, notable as the first ancient monument purchased by the National Trust and a protected archaeological site dating back to 3500-4000 BC.
St Peters is a converted Victorian church holiday let located in the tranquil countryside of North Wiltshire, blending historic charm with modern comforts in a peaceful rural setting.
Windmill Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure in Wiltshire, England, known as the largest of its type in Britain and part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, featuring ancient ditches and archaeological significance.
The Hall at Woodcocks is a countryside retreat situated on a historic farm with unique architecture and scenic natural surroundings, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere.
Horton Court is a Grade I listed 16th-century Tudor and Norman manor house in Gloucestershire, featuring a Norman great hall and early Renaissance design elements. Owned by the National Trust, it offers rich historical architecture and has been used for filming notable TV series.
This accommodation is a converted barn in a rural location accommodating up to 12 guests with six bedrooms, offering a homely and peaceful atmosphere with private outdoor space including a large meadow and garden, and a private hot tub.
Fiddleford Manor is a medieval manor house in Dorset dating back to around 1370, featuring original interiors and restored by English Heritage, open to public visits throughout the year.
A luxury shepherds hut with countryside views towards Salisbury Cathedral set in a rural, tranquil location offering a cosy and private retreat experience.
Pepperbox Hill is a natural outdoor site featuring an early 17th century brick folly and important chalk downland habitat supporting rare orchids, butterflies, and diverse flora. Visitors can explore the natural landscape and enjoy views from the historic folly.
9–13 Oct, 16–20 Oct…
Explore Mompesson House dressed to reflect the Portman family’s time there and learn about Regency life and the family’s social calendar. Visitors can see a Regency parlour and children’s playroom, take part in activities, and follow a spotter trail around the house.
A cosy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ground-floor cottage located on a working farm with countryside views, suitable for families and small groups with pets allowed, featuring an enclosed garden, wood burner, and private parking for 2 cars.
The Stable is a peaceful countryside holiday cottage adjacent to a listed farmhouse with views over farm and Wiltshire countryside, near the Wilts and Berks canal and wild flower meadows, offering a laid-back, family-friendly retreat.
Sutton Lane Meadows is a natural site featuring traditionally managed hay meadows rich in plant species including orchids, with a nature walk exploring rare plants, butterflies and birdlife. It is an outdoor nature reserve near Chippenham, Wiltshire, open dawn to dusk and free to visit.
A ground floor bungalow cottage set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Shaftesbury, surrounded by rural farmland and wildlife with private parking and garden space, suitable for families and wheelchair users.
A stylish and homely shepherds hut with an open plan living space, situated in a peaceful countryside setting with scenic views towards Salisbury Cathedral, offering a private hot tub and garden area for a romantic and private retreat.
Mompesson House is an 18th-century Queen Anne style historic house in Salisbury, Wiltshire, owned by the National Trust. Visitors can explore its carefully restored Georgian interiors and collections of 18th-century decorative arts. The house was also a filming location for the movie Sense and Sensibility.
16–20 Oct, 23–27 Oct…
Families can use the Stranger Folk app to follow the Crone through an interactive folklore adventure at Mompesson House, completing magical challenges to help close a rift between the human and spirit worlds.
Whitley Old Garage is a cosy luxurious detached holiday home on the ground floor with modern amenities in a semi-rural location close to Bath and golf facilities.
Lacock Abbey is a historic 13th-century abbey turned country house in Wiltshire, England, with medieval cloisters, Tudor additions and a museum dedicated to photographic pioneer William Henry Fox Talbot. The venue offers both indoor exploration of the house and museum, and outdoor experiences of the courtyard and village.
27 Jun 2026–27 Jun 2027 (another 261 days)
A photography exhibition at the Fox Talbot Museum featuring Martin Parr’s portraits of Lacock, its residents and everyday village life. The photographs were taken during spring and summer 2025.
A ground-floor barn conversion holiday accommodation in a peaceful rural village near the New Forest National Park, set in a conservation area with shared orchard gardens and peaceful countryside surroundings.
This ground floor accessible cottage in the Blackdown Vale is set in a rural courtyard and offers a peaceful family-friendly stay with garden space, pet allowance, and proximity to local countryside attractions.
The Oak is a rural accommodation offering a peaceful ground-floor open plan living space with en-suite king-size bedrooms, set in the Somerset countryside near Wingfield village.
A spacious two-bedroom annex with vaulted ceilings set in the tranquil countryside of Rowde, Wiltshire, offering a relaxing and peaceful rural retreat for families or couples.
Great Chalfield Manor is a Grade I listed late medieval English country house in Wiltshire with moated grounds and a connected historic parish church. The house features unique symmetrical architecture and early 20th century restored gardens. It offers guided indoor tours and outdoor exploring of the gardens, and is known as a filming location for period dramas.
A delightful bungalow with wood burner located on a working farm in a rural setting near Wiltshire and Berkshire canals, set on one level with accessible features and enclosed garden overlooking countryside.
Barn End is a countryside cottage set on a farm with beautiful rural surroundings offering walking opportunities and a peaceful retreat with a wood burner and garden terrace.
This is a charming four-bedroom thatched cottage near the New Forest featuring exposed beams, an oak conservatory, and a wood-burning stove, set in peaceful countryside with scenic views and a relaxing atmosphere.
Foxbury is a fragile heathland restoration conservation site in Hampshire with no regular public access except for special events and educational groups. Visitors can enjoy outdoor trails, rare wildlife, and educational experiences amid natural heathland and woodland habitats.
Plovers Nest is a four-bedroom terraced property on Clearwater Lake within the Lower Mill Estate nature reserve, offering a contemporary waterside retreat suitable for families and groups, with scenic natural surroundings and nearby popular Cotswold villages.
A luxury barn conversion situated in a private 450-acre nature reserve, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with family-friendly amenities and access to shared spa and outdoor facilities.
The Ash is a ground-floor, rural barn conversion cottage located on the outskirts of a small village in the Somerset countryside, offering peaceful countryside views and a homely atmosphere with exposed oak beams and modern comforts.
A compact, single-storey barn conversion situated in a semi-rural area near Corsham, Wiltshire, offering a tranquil and cosy retreat with enclosed garden, patio, and private parking for two guests.
The Courts Garden is a historic English country garden in Holt, Wiltshire, featuring a water garden, Georgian conservatory, garden rooms, and an arboretum. Owned by the National Trust, it showcases traditional landscape gardening and horticultural designs.
This cosy cottage set in a rural courtyard within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by wildlife and countryside, near historic towns and recreational outdoor activities.
Stour Cross Farm is a detached chalet set on a working dairy farm in West Stour, Dorset, offering a peaceful countryside retreat suitable for families and walkers, with scenic surroundings and shared on-site amenities.
A renovated and charming barn conversion semi-detached set in a peaceful rural location near Salisbury, close to Stonehenge and the New Forest, offering a cosy and homely atmosphere with open-plan living and countryside surroundings.
Figsbury Ring is an ancient earthwork site in Wiltshire featuring Neolithic and Iron Age archaeological remains set within protected grassland on a chalk ridge, managed by the National Trust and open to the public as a significant outdoor historical landmark.