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Old Sarum

Old Sarum
Aerial view of the hill fort, showing the cathedral (c) English Heritage
Old Sarum - Aerial view of the hill fort, showing the cathedral (c) Old Sarum - Remains of the courtyard house (c) Old Sarum - Aerial view of the Inner Bailey and dry moat looking North East (c) Old Sarum - Remains at Old Sarum (c) Reconstruction of Old Sarum - Aerial view reconstruction drawing of William the Conqueror receiving the barons in 1086 (c) Reconstruction of Old Sarum - Aerial view cutaway reconstruction drawing of the hall and courtyard palace in 1140 (c) Reconstruction of Old Sarum - Reconstruction drawing of the second cathedral at Sarum, in c1150 (c)

Discover the story of the original Salisbury and take the family for a day out to Old Sarum, 2 miles north of where the city stands now. The mighty Iron Age hill fort was where the first cathedral once stood and the Romans, Normans and Saxons have all left their mark.

 

Today, 5,000 years of history are told through graphic interpretation panels on site. Families, heritage lovers and walkers can enjoy a great value day out at Old Sarum- you could even bring a picnic and enjoy the fantastic views across the Wiltshire countryside. The gift shop has a delicious range of ice-creams and exclusive English Heritage gifts and produce. Wooden bows and arrows are also on sale to help the kids imagine what life was like all those years ago!

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
1 Apr-30 Jun 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Jul-31 Aug 9am-6pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-30 Sep 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Oct-1 Nov 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
2 Nov-31 Jan 11am-3pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-28 Feb 11am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-31 Mar 10am-4pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
24-26 Dec and 1 Jan CLOSED

How much does it cost?

Adult:
£3.30 until 31 Mar 2010 / £3.50 from 1 Apr 2010
Children:
£1.70 (5-15yrs) until 31 Mar 2010 / £1.80 from 1 Apr 2010
Concession:
£2.80 until 31 Mar 2010 / £3.00 from 1 Apr 2010
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Wiltshire - SP1 3SD
Road Access:
2 miles N of Salisbury, off A345
Train Access:
Salisbury 2 miles
Bus Access:
Wilts & Dorset/Stagecoach in Hampshire, 5-9 from Salisbury
Map Location:
Telephone:
01722 335398, Local Tourist Information: Salisbury: 01722 334956

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Parking Suitable for people with disabilities Baby changing facilities Guidebooks Dogs allowed on leads Shop Picnic area Events Hazardous Family Learning Admission free for Overseas Vistor Pass holders Male Toilets Female Toilets
Facilities Details:
Toilets: including disabled.
Shop: Accessed via ramp.
Access:
Access to monument: Outer bailey and cathedral ruins are accessible to wheelchairs via car park. Monument itself has grass slopes, narrow paths and loose gravel surfaces. NB Drop into crypt area. Top viewing point is accessible from one location via steep grass slope.
Parking:
50m from entrance, via loose gravel surface and steep wooden bridge with non-slip surface. Disabled visitors may be set down near bridge with prior arrangement.

What facilities are available for groups?

Group Discount:
15% discount for groups of 11 or more visitors paying together. Free entry for coach driver and tour leader.
Coach Parking Facilities:
Free parking for up to 2 coaches. Please enquire when booking.
Group Booking:
Contact the site for a Group Booking Form and for opening times and prices from 1 April 2010.
Average Length of Visit:
1 1/2 hours
Guided Tours:

Sarum's Place in History
Covers the history of Sarum from the Neolithic period to the notorious 'Rotten Borough'.

Duration: 45 minutes

Minimum - maximum pax: 11 - 50

Advance booking required: 6 weeks advance notice

Call for prices and to book: 01722 335398

Joint Ticket: Salisbury Cathedral & Old Sarum
Arrive mid morning at Salisbury Cathedral for a guided tour of the ground floor areas, then depart for Old Sarum for a guided walking tour of the site exploring its history.

Call for prices and to book: 01722 555 124

Further Info

Disabled access (outer bailey and grounds only, disabled toilet).
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