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The Tithe Barn
Dates back to the 14th century.
The Saxon Church
It's origins are not known for certain, but there is evidence that takes it back to the first millennium, perhaps as a chapel to a monastery destroyed by Danish invaders.
Tourist Information Centre
The office situated in Westbury Gardens next to the town bridge.
Opening Hours:
April to October:
Daily: 10am to 5pm
November to March:
Mon - Sat: 10am to 4pm
Sun: 11am to 3pm
St Mary Tory
Tiny Chapel, originally medieval but much Victorianised has Outstanding views across the Vale of West Wiltshire.
Bradford Bridge
The 'broad ford' across the River Avon was replaced in medieval times by a sturdy stone bridge, complete with lock up.
Railway Station
Regular trains west to Bath & Bristol & beyond. And east to Trowbridge, Westbury, Sailsbury...
Kennet & Avon Canal
There are several places to eat & drink and also hire bikes & canoes.
A pleasent walk along the towpath takes you to Avoncliff.
Pack Horse Bridge
14th century stone bridge in Barton Farm Country Park.
Tithe Barn Workshops & Galleries
Resident Artists, Craft Workers and restorers in traditional arts crafts, antiques and a tearoom.
Library & Museum
Avoncliff & Turleigh
Swiming Pool
Tory is the highest of four rows of weavers' cottages on the hill overlooking the town. 'Tory' comes from the Anglo Saxon word 'Tor', meaning a high place.
The Shambles
Many of the buildings in this narrow street date from the 14th century, with 17th century facades. It is probably the earliest site of trading in the town, having been a market since Saxon times.
Holy Trinity Church
is Norman, dating from around
1150, when it took over from the nearby Saxon church. It is possibly on the site of the monastery destroyed by the Danes in 1015.
The Chantry was established as a priest's chantry by Thomas Horton in 1524.
St Margaret's Car Park
Bridge Street Car Park
Station Car Park
Barton Farm Car Park
Newtown Lay By
