Alton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Climbing a big hill in the English countryside -#springfun
Climbing a big hill in the English countryside -#springfun
Church of England parish church of All Saints, Alton Priors, Wiltshire: morning view from the northeast. All Saints' is redundant parish church in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
Photo by Kevin Farmer (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Sarsen Stones under a tree at Alton Priors Wilts. The coloured stone has a White Horse etched into it.
Photo by Michael Murray (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Ripening wheat near Alton Priors The minor road heads over the horizon on its way to Pewsey.
Photo by Maurice Pullin (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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Village Hotel Swindon

Village Hotel Swindon

4 out of 5
Shaw Ridge Leisure Park Swindon England
The price is AU$120 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$120
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Rooms are huge tv is great. Nice bar and coffee area

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Village Hotel Swindon
Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon

4 out of 5
Pipers Way Swindon England
The price is AU$104 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$104
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (511 reviews)
Excellent

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Swindon
Leonardo Hotel Swindon

Leonardo Hotel Swindon

4 out of 5
Fleming Way Swindon England
The price is AU$96 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$96
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room. Stay we're very courteous and welcoming

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Leonardo Hotel Swindon
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The Bear

The Bear

2.5 out of 5
1 High St Marlborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Marlborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Merchant's House Marlborough ...
7.4/10 Good! (15 reviews)
Great room and location. Friendly staff on arrival. Would stay again!

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

The Bear
Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room

Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room

Andover England
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Andover. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hawk Conservancy Trust and Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
This was our 2nd stay at this wonderful house. There is everything you could ever need here. We feel so safe and comfortable. The host's Mum Diana is such a lovely lady who is so thoughtful! It was a perfect 3 day family break where ages range from 6 to 85!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Unique, Spacious, Self-Built Eco House with Huge Garden and Movie Room
Stunning Room Above Amazing Silks Pub

Stunning Room Above Amazing Silks Pub

2 out of 5
Main Rd Marlborough England
Stay at this apartment in Marlborough. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Merchant's House Marlborough and Barbury Castle Country Park ...
Stunning Room Above Amazing Silks Pub
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Popular places to visit

Nice for a walk and to see the sights with Silbury Hill just across the road and within walking distance to Avebury. The entrance is nice but you don’t get to see the full length - is only 3 galleries

West Kennet Long Barrow

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a trip to West Kennet Long Barrow. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

West Kennet Long Barrow

Avebury Stone Circle

After visiting Avebury Stone Circle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Avebury. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Avebury Stone Circle

Avebury Manor

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Avebury Manor. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Avebury Manor

The Merchant's House Marlborough

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Merchant's House Marlborough in Marlborough. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

The Merchant's House Marlborough

Silbury Hill

Find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Silbury Hill. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Silbury Hill

West Kennet Ave

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a trip to West Kennet Ave. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

West Kennet Ave

Activities

Group standing near the rocks at Stonehenge in England

Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Trip from London

AU$127
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Trip from London
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

AU$156
per adult
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol

Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol

AU$175
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath

Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath

AU$175
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath
Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath

Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath, inc Entry

AU$138
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath, inc Entry
Bath Abbey

Private Smartphone photography Walking Tour Around Bath

AU$78
per adult
Private Smartphone photography Walking Tour Around Bath
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