Downton

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Downton, located in the picturesque English region of Wiltshire, is a charming village that offers visitors a delightful mix of history, culture, and natural beauty. With its quaint thatched cottages, meandering country lanes, and stunning views of the surrounding countryside, Downton is a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions in Downton is the historic Moot, a beautiful open space that has been the center of village life for centuries. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll around the Moot and admire the elegant Georgian and Victorian buildings that line its perimeter, or simply relax on the grass and soak in the tranquil atmosphere. The Moot is also home to a vibrant farmers' market, where visitors can sample an array of locally produced goods, from fresh organic produce to artisanal crafts.

For those interested in history, Downton is home to the impressive Downton Abbey, a grand country estate that has become world-famous thanks to the popular television series of the same name. Visitors can tour the stately home and its meticulously landscaped gardens, and gain insight into the lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their loyal servants. The estate also hosts special events and exhibitions throughout the year, offering visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the grandeur of the Edwardian era.

Alternative names: Population: 2.7 thous.Coordinates: 50°59'33"N, 1°45'0"W

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Nearby attractions include: Salisbury Cathedral, The Salisbury Museum, Sandy Balls, Avon Valley Path.

5.4 miNW
Medieval edifice housing the Magna Carta
Salisbury Cathedral, Salisbury
138 min walk • Salisbury Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, is an architectural marvel and a place of worship that dominates the skyline of Salisbury, England. This Anglican cathedral, completed in the 13th century, is renowned for having...
5.4 miNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
The Salisbury Museum, Salisbury
139 min walk • The Salisbury Museum is a museum in Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. It houses one of the best collections relating to Stonehenge and local archaeology.
4.2 miS
Forest
Sandy Balls, New Forest
108 min walk • Sandy Balls is 120 acres of woods and parkland near the New Forest in Hampshire, England. Located between the village of Godshill and the town of Fordingbridge, it is bounded on the western edge by the River Avon. Now run as a holiday centre, Sandy Balls is owned by Away Resorts.
5.5 miNW
Hiking, Hiking trail
Avon Valley Path, Salisbury
142 min walk • The Avon Valley Path is a long-distance path in the English counties of Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset. The path takes its name from the River Avon.
2.2 miSW
Museum, History museum
Breamore House
56 min walk • Breamore House is an Elizabethan manor house noted for its fine collection of paintings and furniture and situated NW of Breamore village, north of Fordingbridge, Hampshire, England.
4.5 miSW
Historical place, Ruins, Museum
Rockbourne Roman Villa, Fordingbridge
114 min walk • Rockbourne Roman Villa is a Roman courtyard villa excavated and put on public display in the village of Rockbourne in the English county of Hampshire. The villa was discovered in 1942 by a local farmer and excavated by A. T. Morley Hewitt over the next thirty years.
5.3 miN
Church
Church of St Martin, Salisbury
135 min walk • The Church of St Martin, also known as Sarum St Martin, is a Church of England parish church in Salisbury, Wiltshire. The church dates back to the 13th century and is a grade I listed building.
5.8 miN
Museum, Theater, Concerts and shows
Salisbury Arts Centre, Salisbury
148 min walk • Salisbury Arts Centre is a venue for theatre, music, dance, comedy, family shows, films, exhibitions, and workshops in Salisbury, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. It is run by Wiltshire Creative, a charity which provides opportunities for members of the community to experience the arts.
5.5 miNW
Hiking, Hiking trail
Old Sarum Way, Salisbury
142 min walk • Old Sarum Way is a 32-mile long-distance footpath in Wiltshire, England that forms a circle around the city of Salisbury. The route uses public roads, public rights of way and some newly created permitted paths.
5.4 miN
Palace
Clarendon Palace
138 min walk • Clarendon Palace is a medieval ruin 2+1⁄4 miles east of Salisbury in Wiltshire, England. The palace was a royal residence during the Middle Ages, and was the location of the Assize of Clarendon which developed the Constitutions of Clarendon.
5.2 miNW
Area
Harnham, Salisbury
133 min walk • Harnham is a suburb of the city of Salisbury in Wiltshire, England, centred about 0.6 miles south of Salisbury Cathedral and across the River Avon. Harnham is split into the areas of West Harnham and East Harnham.