Our Favourite Places
Beechfield House is within easy reach of a vast array of cultural and sporting destinations from historic Bath to the joys of Cotswold life. In whichever direction you head, leave the main roads behind you and you’ll quickly find yourself in idyllic Wiltshire countryside. Wiltshire is peppered with farms, local pubs, and pretty former wool towns and villages such as: Bradford-on-Avon, Castle Combe, Corsham, Devizes and the National Trust village of Lacock. Many of these places are well known as filming locations in Wiltshire.
Kennet and Avon Canal
This 87 mile stretch of canal connects London with the Bristol channel, and passes through some of Wiltshire's most beautiful countryside. Take a stroll through the pretty hamlet of Avoncliff where the canal, River Avon and Bath to Westbury railway line all interweave their respective ways. Plus, there's a great pub there too!
Wookey Hole
For breathtaking subterranean drama, both Cheddar Caves and Wookey Hole are within easy reach of the hotel. Perfect for a rainy day activity, Wookey Hole is one of the UK's largest show cave systems and offers a magical underground adventure for all ages.
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
It may be small, but this motor museum in nearby Calne is home to over 100 classic cars, motorcycles, mopeds and bicycles from the 1920s onwards. It's a fascinating visit for motor enthusiasts young and old. They run and attend events throughout the year so keep an eye out for these on their website too.
Let’s explore Wiltshire’s top film locations
Some of the most popular films and television shows have been filmed in Wiltshire, including Harry Potter, Wolf Hall, Bridgerton, Downton Abbey, Pride and Prejudice, Poldark, Stardust, Warhorse and Doctor Who.
Keep reading to learn more about Wiltshire’s top film locations and discover some of the most picturesque towns, villages and scenery in the UK.
Our Favourite Mother’s Day Gift Experiences in Wiltshire
If you want to treat your Mum or mother figure this Mother’s Day, we’ve rounded up some of our favourite Mother’s Day experiences in Wiltshire. From gift vouchers for dinner or a stay at Beechfield House to local experiences across Wiltshire, we’ve got the perfect gift idea for every Mum or mother figure.
