English Heritage sites near Upton Lovell Parish

Bratton Camp and White Horse

BRATTON CAMP AND WHITE HORSE

7 miles from Upton Lovell Parish

Below an Iron Age hillfort stands the Westbury White Horse. Cut into the hillside in 1778, it replaced an older horse, possibly commemorating King Alfred's nearby victory over the Vikings.

Stonehenge

STONEHENGE

9 miles from Upton Lovell Parish

Walk in the footsteps of your Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge – one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe.

Old Wardour Castle

OLD WARDOUR CASTLE

10 miles from Upton Lovell Parish

Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.

Woodhenge

WOODHENGE

12 miles from Upton Lovell Parish

Dating from about 2500 BC, markers now replace rings of timber posts, which once possibly supported a ring-shaped building. Discovered in 1925 when rings of dark spots were noticed in a crop of wheat.

Netheravon Dovecote

NETHERAVON DOVECOTE

13 miles from Upton Lovell Parish

Charming and elegant 18th century brick dovecote, still with most of its 700 or more nesting boxes intact. Set in peaceful surroundings. External viewing only.

Old Sarum

OLD SARUM

13 miles from Upton Lovell Parish

Site of the original Salisbury, this mighty Iron Age hill fort was where the first cathedral once stood and the Romans, Normans and Saxons have all left their mark during 5000 years of history.


Churches in Upton Lovell Parish

Upton Lovell: St Augustine of Canterbury

Upton Lovell
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Pubs in Upton Lovell Parish

Prince Leopold Inn

54 Upton Lovell, Upton Lovell, BA12 0JP
(01985) 850460
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Hidden away in the beautiful Wylye valley, but close to the A36, the pub has returned to being a proper local as well as catering well for visitors. The main bar is reserved for those wishing to enjoy a drink, and there is a small snug with...