PLANNING A DAY TRIP
The beautiful city of Bath with its honey-coloured Georgian architecture and numerous visitor attractions including the world-famous Roman Bath Spa, is just a short, picturesque train ride away from Chippenham railway station. Compact and visitor friendly, the centre of Bath is overflowing with places to eat and drink and boasts some of the finest museums, galleries and independent shops in Britain. Just a few of our favourite things to do and see in Bath:
The Roman Baths: 2000 years of history waiting to be discovered and explored.Visit the main website
Bath Abbey: a former Benedictine monastery founded in the 7th century. Visit the main Bath Abbey site
Royal Crescent: one of the greatest examples of Georgian architecture in the UK. Visit Website
The Jane Austen Centre: a snapshot of life during Regency times exploring how this magnificent city affected Jane Austen and her writing. Learn more
Shopping on Milsom Street: right in the centre of Bath with Milsom Place, a lively courtyard perfect for shopping and socialising, at its heart. View Website
Catch the brass band in Parade Gardens: Bath’s most centrally situated pleasure grounds overlooking the River Avon with fine views of Pulteney Bridge and the weir. Band concerts are held in the bandstand throughout the summer months. Learn more
Afternoon tea and cake at the Pump Rooms: a historic building in the Abbey churchyard next to the Roman Baths. Learn more
IF YOU HAVE VISITED BATH BEFORE WE WOULD RECOMMEND:
Malmesbury (15 mins): with its rich history and origins dating back to the middle of the 6th century, there’s so much to discover in this small market town. Learn more
Westonbirt Arboretum (20 mins): a magical tree garden with over 15000 specimens and 17 miles of accessible paths. Find out more
Stourhead manor house and gardens: with a world-famous landscape garden with a magnificent lake as its centerpiece reflecting classical temples, mystical grottos and rare and exotic trees.
Stonehenge UNESCO World Heritage Site (40 mins – advanced booking required): the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe; shrouded in mystery, Stonehenge never fails to impress. Learn more
Avebury UNESCO World Heritage Site (30 mins): walk among the ancient stones at this UNESCO World Heritage Site with a museum and manor house. Visit site
Cheddar Gorge (45 mins): explore Britain’s biggest gorge from the dramatic cliffs rising 450ft to the stunning stalactite caverns. Visit website
Longleat Safari Park and Gardens (25 mins): a land of adventure where lions roam, tigers stalk and monkeys swing. Find out more
The Westbury Hill White Horse: visible from afar and a famous local landscape. Discover more
Lacock Abbey: world famous for its picturesque streets, historic buildings and more recently as a TV and film location, Lacock Abbey is a country house with monastic roots, once home to William Henry Fox Talbot, inventor of the photographic negative. Learn more today
Just some of the wonderful adventures awaiting you from Stanton Manor.
Please don’t hesitate to contact a member of our friendly hotel team for further information.
