People flock to Wiltshire for the natural vistas it offers in its beautiful countryside. The county is home to two of the UK’s Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with part of the Cotswolds in the north and Cranborne Chase in the south west. Historic market towns and villages sit amongst this stunning scenery, creating a welcoming place that offers the perfect balance of natural beauty, heritage and community.
Salisbury is the only city in Wiltshire. It’s famous for its traditional timbered architecture and listed buildings which allow visitors to connect with a fascinating historic past. Beyond Salisbury there are a large number of small villages scattered throughout the area populated by bustling and active communities.
Wiltshire has a relaxed pace of life even though it’s situated a mere hour and thirty minutes from London. The county is well connected for the convenience of commuters looking for a break from the city’s rapid pace. With a wealth of history and natural beauty at its disposal, visitors and locals are spoilt for choice when it comes to weekend activities and exploration in Wiltshire.
If you’re relocating with your family, there’s no shortage of great schools in Wiltshire. The likes of Cherhill School, Keevil School, Dauntsey’s School and Godolphin School have all reached the top of Wiltshire’s school league tables in terms of student performance and grades. Elsewhere there are a host of private schools such as Appleford School, Burton Hill School and Heywood Prep. Wiltshire’s education institutions are also accommodating to those seeking further education too. The likes of Malborough College, St Augustine’s Catholic College and The Clarendon College are all highly regarded for their fantastic educational offerings.
Wiltshire has a range of different residents that adds to its charm. From families looking for safe communities and great schools to professionals looking to balance rural living with great connectivity. The county is ever popular with those relocating from London in search of more space and a slower pace of life.
Wiltshire has an excellent range of shopping with everything from independent boutiques and artisan producers to traditional markets and larger retail centres. Market towns such as Marlborough, Devizes, Bradford-on-Avon and Salisbury are renowned for their beautiful high streets and specialist stores.
Local farmers' markets remain an important part of community life, showcasing some of the county's finest and freshest produce and adding to Wiltshire’s distinctive character.
Wiltshire has established itself as a leading food destination, with traditional country pubs, award-winning restaurants, cafés and farm shops found throughout the county.
Local meats, artisan cheeses, fresh seasonal produce and craft drinks feature prominently on menus across the region. Wiltshire offers a diverse and high-quality food and drink scene that appeals to both residents and visitors alike.
It goes without saying that there are many beautiful walking spots peppered throughout Wiltshire ready to explore. There are a number of trails to embark on for different types of walks. The more advanced hikers would revel in the path to the Westbury White Horse which was an Iron Age settlement, whereas the more relaxed stroller would enjoy the trail along the Kennet & Avon Canal which is nicely broken up with cafes, pubs and villages.
The Cotswold Water Park is nearby and is a hotspot for many aerial and water activities. People can get involved in water-skiing, sailing, inflatable tugboat rides as well as other land activities such as archery, horse riding and angling. Wiltshire also has its very own safari park at Longleat where visitors can come into close proximity with creatures of the magnificent animal kingdom in open and natural spaces.
Wiltshire is well connected by train and there are many stations within the district providing excellent services to London as well as neighbouring Bath and Bristol. Westbury, located in the South, holds a direct line to London Paddington which takes just short of an hour and a half. Bristol is much closer taking a mere forty minutes to get to. Smaller stations are equally well connected; the likes of Swindon, Chippenham and Trowbridge provide excellent services around Wiltshire and beyond.
The M4 runs across north Wiltshire which provides residents with an easy means to get into the heart of London, or alternatively venture further out West towards Bristol and Wales. The rest of the county is well connected via a series of A roads, the A346 runs down the East from the M4 whilst the A350 runs down the West side. In South Wiltshire the A303 connects to the M3 which also leads on to London.
Bristol Airport and Southampton Airport are both within easy reach of Wiltshire, offering a range of domestic and international flight connections. Local bus services connect towns, villages and rural communities across the county making weekend getaways to neighbouring areas simple.
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