Salisbury in Wiltshire and the surrounding Countryside

Market delicacies

In Salisbury

Salisbury is a lovely little English town with winding street overlooked by ancient wood beamed houses that all meet at a central place. Once the market area where al commerce and social events took place, this area is now filled with charming shops and restaurants. Every Saturday a bustling market is held on the same spot it has been for centuries and you can almost imagine being back in those earlier times. The farmers and many of their customers speak in a soft lilting Wiltshire dialect and a multitude of homemade cheeses and golden butter, crusty loaves of bread, cooked and smoked meats and freshly picked arrays of vegetables and fruit fill the air with delicious aromas.

The White Hart Inn

White Hart Inn

Amongst all this charm stands the White Hart, an elegant 17th century hotel with its sweeping facade and pillared portico overlooking the famous Salisbury Cathedral. Over the years the White Hart has become known for its wedding receptions and as a special place for celebrations. In the winter huge log fires burn in open fireplaces whilst in the summer months the courtyard is a tapestry of colour with its flower displays. Because of its central location and large complimentary car park, it is an ideal venue for business meetings, private lunches and dinners and has earned the name Heritage Flagship Hotel.

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The Squires Dining Room

Squires dining room

The Squires dining room with its deep crimson walls and damask curtains is a most romantic place to dine. Tables cloaked in pure white linen offset sparkling glass and tableware whilst candles shimmer casting a warm glow around a typically English county dining room. Greatly influenced by French, English and Scottish classic cuisine, the head chef believes that a good working team in the kitchen is most important and he is dedicated in creating a unique style of British food using fresh local produce as well as bringing in delicacies such as superb smoked salmon from Scotland.

Exploring the Countryside around...

Old Sarum

It is a two mile hike from Salisbury to Old Sarum Castle. This massive Iron Age hill fort was used by the Romans, Saxons and Normans before coming one of the most flourishing settlements in medieval England. The dramatic site contains the ruins of a castle where Henry 11 imprisoned his wife, Eleanor of Acquitaine, (they did things like that then!!!!!) It was a very windy wet day when I walked around the high perimeter overlooking a steep hill. The wind was so strong it nearly took me and my umbrella on a flying journey! I decided it might be better to explore the inner part of the keep which was quite fascinating with markers showing where the King's Palace and other buildings once stood.

Nearby attractions are Stonehenge, the Wilton Carpet Factory and Salisbury Race Course.

Burford Bridge Hotel

Burford Bridge Hotel

A very special place to visit is Boxhill. This tall mound set in the heart of Surrey has long been a popular destination because of its fabulous views. Set at the foot of this famous beauty spot is the Burford Bridge Hotel where in days past Lord Nelson spent secret hours with his great love, Emma Hamilton, before setting off to his last battle at Trafalgar. This ancient gem glows with history and the tradition of great hospitality still continues.

So a wonderful journey to this fascinating part of England was my pleasure to be on and now write about.

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