Salisbury: traditional, original

A Cathedral city of ageless beauty and captivating history, Salisbury has been welcoming travellers since 1227.
At the city’s heart is Salisbury Cathedral, a beacon that has attracted visitors for centuries. Gathered around the Cathedral is a modern medieval city, full of buildings crafted with the care of another age. Here history is brought to life by modern and original events, culture and activities.
Traditionally English with an independent spirit, the city’s living heritage and lively culture rewards repeated visits. It is a creative and independent hub which has captivated visitors and inspired innovation for hundreds of years.

Every visit to Salisbury is an opportunity to discover fascinating history, experience cutting-edge events and help to shape new, original and surprising traditions. At Salisbury Cathedral you will find the best preserved of the four original Magna Carta manuscripts dating from 1215AD. Nearby, the famous Cathedral Close houses attractions like Arundells, Mompesson House, The Rifles Military Museum and Salisbury Museum ((see image – just round the corner from Sarum College). Elsewhere in the city, some of England’s finest historic houses and heritage buildings are brought to life with arts, culture, events and entertainment.

Our historic streets are home to all your favourite stores, as well as independent retailers offering unusual items you won’t find on every high street. Here in Salisbury, the curious traveller will find quirky, independent shops offering products designed and crafted locally. On Tuesdays and Saturdays (except the third Tuesday in October) the hustle and bustle of the historic Charter Market fills the Market Place and a whole array of other interesting markets take place throughout the year.

Eating out in Salisbury is a pleasure thanks to an enticing range of tea and coffee shops, pubs and restaurants, clubs and bars, with plenty on offer throughout the day and on into the early hours.
Taking place towards the end of the year is the annual Taste Salisbury, a city-based food festival, celebrating the best that Salisbury has to offer. For this year, coinciding with Harvest, you can enjoy a deliciously packed four-day programme of events and activities.

Salisbury is also a base to discover the surrounding countryside, a landscape so quintessentially English it’s almost too good to be true. Nearby you will find Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, National Parks and World Heritage Sites. Discover neolithic monuments, quaint country pubs and beautiful countryside.