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LEAVE NO TRACE
Want to know how to 'leave no trace' when you travel? Travel Slow and leave nothing but footprints.
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LOW IMPACT TRANSPORT
Which are the most damaging methods of transport when you're travelling, and what are the alternatives?
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EAT LOCAL
Eating out at locally owned restaurants and cafes has a myriad of benefits to you, the environment and the local community. Find out more.
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STAY LOCAL
Avoid the bland hotel chains and find a place with personality and style. Its all part of the Slow Travel ethos.
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LOCALLY OWNED SHOPS IN SALISBURY
Shop local with this guide to independent food shops, souvenir shops and others. Ideal for the eco-concious visitor and locals alike.
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PARKS AND GREEN SPACES IN SALISBURY
Salisbury has a variety of parks and green spaces on offer - visiting details, photos and more.
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CLOUDS HILL: THE AUSTERE DORSET RETREAT OF ARCHAEOLOGIST, SOLDIER, WAR HERO, AND WRITER, TE LAWRENCE
The peaceful and austere Clouds Hill in rural Dorset - final home of Lawrence of Arabia. History, photos and visiting details.
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35 HISTORIC WRITERS’ HOUSES YOU CAN VISIT IN ENGLAND
From humble cottages to stately homes, these literary houses are open for visitors to explore and learn about the writers who lived there.
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THE VINTAGE HOUSE AT ALDEBURGH IN SUFFOLK, ENGLAND
A genuine 1920s house makes a great holiday home in this lovely seaside town. Photos and visiting details.
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VICTORIA PARK, SALISBURY
The oldest park in Salisbury. How to get there, what there is to do, history and photos.
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18+ D-DAY SITES TO VISIT IN ENGLAND
Sites to visit in England where you can still see evidence of D-Day. Background, photos and visiting details.
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SALISBURY CATHEDRAL TOWER TOUR AT CHRISTMAS
Twilight tower tours to the top of the tower to see inside and the lights over Salisbury. History, photos, booking details.
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SALISBURY GUILDHALL
Salisbury Guildhall, in the Market Square, is the local council building. Built in the 18th century and home to the Oak Court, a replica...
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THE WITCHES' TREES OF GROVELY WOODS
Ancient beech trees stand where four sisters were killed for witchcraft in the 18th century. History, photos and how to find them.
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LAVENHAM GUILDHALL – AN EXCEPTIONAL MEDIEVAL BUILDING IN SUFFOLK
This beautiful Grade I listed building is now a museum. Historical background, photos and visiting details.
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Independent Places to Eat in Salisbury
Locally owned restaurants, gastro pubs, cafes and takeaways in Salisbury. Photos, details and order online.
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BEST INDEPENDENT HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION IN SALISBURY
Avoid the soulless hotels and stay somewhere locally owned, whether boutique hotel or glamping. Details, photos and online booking.
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10 OF ENGLAND’S PRESTIGIOUS SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES YOU DIDN’T KNOW YOU COULD VISIT
Historic private schools and colleges you can visit in the UK. Histories, photos and how to arrange a visit.
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14 UNDERGROUND BUNKER MUSEUMS YOU CAN VISIT IN THE UK
Only a few of these once top secret bunkers are now open to the public; others still remain off limits. Read on to see which ones you can vi
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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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