Things to do in Alton Barnes, Wiltshire
Alton Barnes has become something of a centre for crop circle spotting, enthusiasts now converging in local pubs like the Barge Inn to discuss the latest pictograms.
About a mile north of the village is the Alton Barnes White Horse.
Dating from 1812 the horse was commissioned by a local farmer, Robert Pile.
The horse is one of several such features around Wiltshire. At various times throughout the year - the winter solstice for example - the horse is lit up with candles.
The sweeping Vale of Pewsey is close to Alton Barnes as is Silbury Hill- the largest man-made hill in Europe.
The Avebury Stone Circle, West Kennet long barrow and Swallowhead springs are also to be found nearby.
This area of Wiltshire has a mystical charm and is generally less commercialised than some similar, but the more mainstream areas.
Description by Lynette Thomas
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Days Out in Alton Barnes
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Avebury Stone Circle (5 Miles)*
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Avebury Manor and Garden (5 Miles)*
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Bowood House & Gardens (9 Miles)*
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Stonehenge (11 Miles)*
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Lacock Abbey (12 Miles)*
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Lydiard House & Park (14 Miles)*
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Courts Garden (15 Miles)*
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Great Chalfield Manor and Garden (15 Miles)*
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Hawk Conservancy Trust (15 Miles)*
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Old Sarum (17 Miles)*
Places to Visit near Alton Barnes
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Beckhampton (5 Miles)*
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Rushall (5 Miles)*
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Devizes (6 Miles)*
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Marlborough (7 Miles)*
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Market Lavington (7 Miles)*
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Figheldean (9 Miles)*
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Melksham (12 Miles)*
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Chippenham (13 Miles)*
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Chilton Foliat (14 Miles)*
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Bradford-on-Avon (15 Miles)*
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