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Things to see in Warminster (United Kingdom): 25 places and when to go
Warminster is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly History (12), Nature (5), Wildlife (3). The best known are Longleat, King Alfred's Tower and Nunney Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.1659, -2.243
- Places
- 25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (12) · Nature (5) · Wildlife (3) · Mountains (3) · Architecture (2) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- BRS Bristol, 41 km as the crow flies
What to see in Warminster
The places in and around Warminster, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- LongleatStately home in Wiltshire, England, UK3.1 km
- King Alfred's TowerFolly tower in Somerset, England, UK10 km
- Nunney CastleMedieval castle in Somerset, England, UK11 km
- Westbury White HorseHill figure in England13 km
- Longleat Safari and Adventure ParkSafari Park in Wiltshire, England3.1 km
- Beckington CastleHouse in Beckington, Somerset, England, UK11 km
- Bratton CastleBivallate Iron Age hillfort on Bratton Down in Wiltshire, England13 km
- Cley HillHill in Wiltshire, England, UK4.2 km
- Scratchbury CampHillfort in Wiltshire, England, UK8.8 km
- Battlesbury CampSite of an Iron Age bivallate hillfort on Battlesbury Hill in Wiltshire, England, UK8.3 km
- Blue House, FromeGrade I listed architectural structure in Mendip, United Kingdom9.1 km
- Frome MuseumLocal history museum in Frome, United Kingdom9.1 km
- Church of St Mary, Witham FriaryChurch in Witham Friary, Somerset, England, UK8.7 km
- White Sheet HillHill near Mere, Wiltshire, England, UK6.7 km
- Bishopstrow HouseHotel in Bishopstrow, United Kingdom7.5 km
- Brimsdown HillHill in Wiltshire, England1.8 km
- Bruton MuseumLocal museum in Bruton, Somerset, England, United Kingdom16 km
- Murtry AqueductGrade II listed aqueduct in the United Kingdom11 km
- Church of St Katherine, East WoodlandsChurch in East Woodlands, Somerset, England, UK5.3 km
- Wessex RidgewayExtension of the Ridgeway Path to the south west11 km
- Leland TrailHiking13 km
- Rodden MeadowProtected area8.8 km
- Smallbrook MeadowsProtected area5.9 km
- Stourhead HouseGrade I listed house in Stourton with Gasper, Wiltshire, England, UK8.4 km
And the other 1, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Wylye Valley Vineyard
When to go to Warminster
The best time to visit Warminster is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:09
- FebPossible9:44
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:35
- MayBest time15:20
- JunBest time16:19
- JulBest time15:54
- AugBest time14:22
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:23
- NovBetter not8:36
- DecPossible7:41
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41. In April, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Warminster
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS, Bristol), 41 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Bath, Somerset92 places25 km
- Devizes31 places26 km
- Wells60 places29 km
- Wiltshire47 places29 km
- Cranborne29 places29 km
- Sherborne23 places31 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Warminster?
The best known: Longleat, King Alfred's Tower, Nunney Castle, Westbury White Horse, Longleat Safari and Adventure Park. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Warminster?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 19 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 41.
How do you get to Warminster?
The nearest main airport is Bristol Airport (BRS), 41 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Warminster as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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