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Old Sarum, Salisbury

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Discover the story of the original Salisbury at Old Sarum, where Romans, Normans, and Saxons have all left their historical mark. The outdoor site contains evidence of human habitation as early as 3000 BC. Enjoy the views across the Wiltshire countryside while exploring 5,000 years of history through graphic interpretation panels. Get more out of your visit by printing out the Step Inside activity pack--which is full of games and activities--and completing it onsite. Choose to start, finish, or center your holiday on a trip to Old Sarum by using our Salisbury itinerary planning app.
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  • Added Old Sarum to out list of English Heritage travels while in Salisbury this weekend. Helped by the beautiful weather, this is a lovely site to walk round. I must admit my History isn't... 
    Added Old Sarum to out list of English Heritage travels while in Salisbury this weekend. Helped by the beautiful weather, this is a lovely site to walk round. I must admit my History isn't...  more »
  • Old Sarum, just outside downtown Salisbury is worth a look, if you are interested is such things, but I wouldn’t go out of your way for it. Given just how much history, pre-history & otherwise... 
    Old Sarum, just outside downtown Salisbury is worth a look, if you are interested is such things, but I wouldn’t go out of your way for it. Given just how much history, pre-history & otherwise...  more »
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  • The Old Sarum ground ground can be accessed freely on most days. There is a portion of the old castle ruin situated towards the back. Most of the remains of the old Castle ruin lays behind the moat and can be accessed via a wooden bridge currently undergoing some repairs. English Heritage members have free access but reservation must be made ahead of visit. Non English Heritage members can book a visit or get a ticket via the website. There is lot of grounds to cover and the view of the surrounding lowland is stunning. Overall, this is a good place to visit either alone or as part of a group. I have now lost count of the number of times I have visited. Parking costs £3 for Non English Heritage members. P:S good location to walk dogs, clear ones head and just enjoy a breath of fresh air.
  • Nice peaceful place, friendly staff, no wait, not too busy. Kind of place you can go to clear your head with amazing views of Salisbury. Nice place for little evening walks and meditation. Mostly open to the public at any time (the green area outside the castle ruins), if you will like to cross the wooden bridge to see the castle ruins, you will have to go during their opening times at a fee. Free if you have English heritage pass as it an English heritage site. Noticed there was parking fee the last time I visited during opening hours, free outside opening hours.

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