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THE CANADIAN WAR MEMORIAL IN THE NEW FOREST
A small wooden cross is the site of the Canadian War Memorial in the New Forest. Photos, history and visiting details.


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THE DOOM PAINTING OF ST. THOMAS’S CHURCH, SALISBURY
The largest and best preserved Doom painting in the UK, recently restored and essential viewing. History, photos and visiting details.


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A SELF GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC SALISBURY
A walking tour of the best parts of Salisbury's extensive history with photos and full directions.


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QUEEN ELIZABETH GARDENS, SALISBURY
One of three major parks in Salisbury, this riverside park has beautiful views, a good play area and some great paddling spots.


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THE RUFUS STONE MONUMENT IN THE NEW FOREST
History, photos and visiting details for the Rufus Stone in the heart of the beautiful New Forest.


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THE FIREPLACE IN THE FOREST: THE WAR MEMORIAL TO THE PORTUGUESE LABOURERS OF WORLD WAR I
In a beautiful spot in the New Forest, the fireplace is a reminder of the role of the forest in the war. Photos, history, visiting details.


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DOWNTON MOOT: VISITING THE 18TH CENTURY PLEASURE GARDENS NEAR SALISBURY
Eight acres of free-to-visit pleasure grounds built on historic land. Visiting details, photos and historical background.


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FIGSBURY RING: A PREHISTORIC SITE FOR A PEACEFUL WALK
Just outside the city of Salisbury, Figsbury Ring is a Neolithic and Iron Age hillfort which is a beautiful spot for a walk or a picnic....
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