All Wiltshire articles
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Features
Itinerary idea: follow in the footsteps of Jane Austen
The Great West Way has launched a special itinerary which celebrates the birth of English novelist Jane Austen.
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GLT Awards
Florence Wallace on her Excellence Award nomination
We spoke to Florence Wallace, head of travel trade at the Great West Way® / VisitWiltshire, to find out more about her work and how it felt to be nominated for the 2024 Excellence Award.
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Features
Christmas visits to enjoy in Wiltshire
Wiltshire offers a spectacular array of festive events and activities for groups at Christmas. From enchanting markets to dazzling light displays, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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News
Bowood House display marks 250 years since discovery of oxygen
The new exhibition invites visitors to find out about Dr Joseph Priestley, the man who discovered oxygen in the laboratory at Bowood House in Wiltshire.
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News
Hundreds of group visitors attend cathedral’s special Christmas concert
More than 500 group visitors attended Salisbury Cathedral’s annual Carol Concert for Groups with a special mention for one GTO.
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News
Group tickets on sale for The Festival of Light at Longleat
Tickets for Longleat’s huge winter event, The Festival of Light, are on sale with groups able to uncover iconic stories throughout.
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News
The Festival of Light returns with Wondrous World of Roald Dahl theme
After a two-year absence The Festival of Light is back at Longleat with an all-new outdoor spectacular showcasing ‘The Wondrous Worlds of Roald Dahl’ with scenes from favourites such as The BFG and Matilda.
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Features
Itinerary idea: the Great West Way and Wiltshire
From historic landmarks and natural sites to top gardens and city visits, here are just two itineraries to offer you inspiration for your group trips.
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News
GLT competition winner enjoyed “thought-provoking” flower displays at Salisbury Cathedral
Elizabeth Clift, who won GLT’s competition to visit Salisbury Cathedral’s Celebration: A Festival of Flowers preview event, says she had a fantastic time and was delighted to win the competition.
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News
VisitWiltshire unveils group packages for 2022
Groups visiting Wiltshire can benefit from a selection of new tours and packages to the likes of Bowood House & Gardens, as well as a range of exhibitions and events such as Salisbury Cathedral’s Festival of Flowers.
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Reader Club
Wiltshire: discovering the wonders of the county
Readers joined us on our familiarisation visit to Wilthire, taking in Salisbury Cathedral and attractions in Swindon. Find out about our whistle-stop tour through the rolling countryside.
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News
Images: Salisbury Cathedral transformed into Covid-19 vaccination centre
NHS staff have been working with those at the 800-year-old Salisbury Cathedral in Wiltshire along with volunteers to offer the Covid-19 vaccination jab to patients.
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Features
8 of the most beautiful places in… Wiltshire
In this instalment, we shine a spotlight on Wiltshire, where green landscapes, atmospheric ruins and even a former Prime Minister’s house awaits…
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News
VisitWiltshire unveils new video to invite visitors back as lockdown eases
VisitWiltshire has produced the video to showcase what the region has to offer, whether it be historic venues or natural walking trails.
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News
Salisbury Cathedral celebrates 800th anniversary with remarkable online exhibition
Salisbury Cathedral has marked its 800th anniversary with a virtual version of its largest contemporary art exhibition for nearly two decades.
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Interview
A quick chat with… Alan Spittle, a stone mason at Salisbury Cathedral
We catch up with Alan Spittle, one of Salisbury Cathedral’s stone masons about the historic art, what a typical day involves, and what the cathedral offers visitors.
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Reader Club
Salisbury and Wiltshire: Celebrating landmarks & new attractions
We joined group travel organisers for a two-day trip taking in some of the many highlights in Salisbury and the surrounding area.
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Features
6 highlights for groups visiting Swindon
It may be well-known for its magic roundabout but Swindon in Wiltshire has plenty more to offer group visitors.
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Features
Group-friendly ideas in the Medieval city of Salisbury
It’s business as usual in Salisbury and the surrounding Wiltshire area where a warm welcome await groups.
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Features
Ever thought of…Trowbridge?
We take a look at what there is to do for groups in Trowbridge, Wiltshire, from inspiring places to shop, to suitable places for groups to stay.