Welcome to Amesbury

Amesbury is a small town located in Somerset, England. It is situated on the River Avon and is known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes. The town is home to several ancient monuments, including the famous Stonehenge, which is just a few miles away. Amesbury is also known for its vibrant community and friendly locals, making it a great place to visit or live.

One of the main attractions in Amesbury is the Stonehenge, which is a prehistoric monument that dates back to around 3000 BC. The monument is made up of large standing stones that are arranged in a circular pattern. It is believed that the monument was used for religious and ceremonial purposes, and it is still a mystery as to how the stones were transported and erected. Visitors can take a guided tour of the site and learn about its history and significance.

Aside from the Stonehenge, Amesbury is also home to several other historic sites, including the Amesbury Abbey, which was founded in the 10th century. The abbey was once a thriving religious community and played an important role in the town's history. Today, visitors can explore the ruins of the abbey and learn about its fascinating past. Amesbury is also known for its beautiful countryside, which is perfect for hiking, cycling, and other outdoor activities. The town is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque villages, making it a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Larkhill Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Charlotte Harmer	Wilson Road Larkhill Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 8QB 1980348079 School Website
Woodford Valley Church Of England Aided School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Carson	Middle Woodford Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 6NR 01722782361 School Website
Amesbury Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Rogers	Kitchener Road Amesbury Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 7AX 1980623009
Christ The King Catholic School, Amesbury Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Clare Griffin-Felton	Earls Court Road Amesbury Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 7LX 1980622039
The Stonehenge School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Carole Dean	Antrobus Road Amesbury Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 7ND 01980623407 School Website
St Michael's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Ms Nicky Phillips	The Causeway Larkhill Salisbury SP4 8FB 1980670268 School Website
King's Gate Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sasha Owen	Great Amber Way Amesbury Salisbury SP4 7GD 1980669777 School Website
Amesbury Archer Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Donnelly	Shears Drive Archers Gate Amesbury Wiltshire SP4 7XX 1980625944 School Website
Shrewton Cofe Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emily Mullord	Tanners Lane Shrewton Salisbury Wiltshire SP3 4JT 1980620362 School Website
Durrington Church Of England Controlled Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Karl Caslin	Bulford Road Durrington Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 8DL 01980652237 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Salisbury South Western Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 7RS 6.72 Miles

Grateley Station Road, Grateley, Hampshire, SP11 7EB 9.64 Miles

Dean Rectory Hill, West Dean, Hampshire, SP5 1JF 12.37 Miles

Pewsey North Street, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5ER 12.60 Miles

Tisbury Station Road, Tisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 6JT 12.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Spire Travel Ltd 01722 320320 9 Highfield Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7HX 2.93 Miles
Abc Taxis 01980 622666 27 Pains Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7RG 3.04 Miles
1St Choice Cabs 01980 622666 27 Pains Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7RG 3.04 Miles
Alfies Cabs 01980 623326 27 Pains Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7RG 3.04 Miles
Janes Taxis 07810 520024 35 Tanners Field, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7SE 3.36 Miles
Ace Cabs 01980 622219 Mills Way Centre Mills Way Business Centre, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 7AU 3.47 Miles
Keo Cars Private Hire 01980 632755 23 Meadow Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 9DN 4.04 Miles
Affinity Travel 01722 744040 Fairview, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP2 0QW 4.12 Miles
A1 Cabs 01980 624000 45 Churchill Avenue, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 9HH 4.21 Miles
Kaytom Cabs Ltd 01980 626261 7 Harefield Crescent, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 9RN 4.95 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Druids Lodge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Normanton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lake Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Amesbury Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manorhouse Drive Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upper Woodford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wintebourne Stoke Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jubilee Hill Great Dunrford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wilson Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fargo Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Larkhill Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Amesbury Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Netton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Larkhill Medical Centre	Larkhill Salisbury SP4 8QY
Salisbury Plain Health Centre, Larkhill - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Willoughby Road Larkhill Salisbury SP4 8QY
Salisbury Plain Health Centre, Larkhill - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Willoughby Road Larkhill Salisbury SP4 8QY
Larkhill Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Willoughby Road Larkhill Salisbury SP4 8QY
Larkhill Medical Centre	Larkhill Medical Centre Willoughby Road Larkhill Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 8QY

Local Stores

Amesbury - Salisbury Street
23 Salisbury Street
Amesbury
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP4 7AW
01980 677231
shop.5239@coop.co.uk
Store Website
3.29 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Amesbury
Countess Road
Amesbury
Salisbury
SP4 7AS
Store Website
2.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Avon Lodge Veterinary Group
Flower Lane Amesbury Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 7HF 01980 623888 Website 2.65 miles
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Angel Paws
Shrewton Salisbury Wiltshire SP3 4HD 077 0811 9050 info@angelpaws.co.uk Website 3.17 miles
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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
Court Farm Yard Lower Woodford Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 6NQ 01722 447411 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 3.49 miles

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Vets4pets Amesbury
18-20 Sandwell Place Amesbury Wiltshire SP4 7FL amesbury@vets4pets.com Website 3.50 miles

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Dalton'S Game Consultancy Ltd
Unit 1, The Boscombe Centre Mills Way Amesbury Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 7RX 01980 622350 dalton@gameconsultancy.co.uk Website 3.52 miles

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Stonehenge Vets
Larkhill Road Durrington Salisbury Wiltshire SP4 8DP 01980 654404 info@stonehengevets.com Website 3.68 miles
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Local Dog Walks

King Barrow Ridge Stonehenge Carcus Walk
52 Fargo Rd Larkhill Salisbury SP4 8LL 2.29 miles Lane Alongside Electricity Substation At The Junction Of Stangways &Amp; Fargo Road, Larkill. Adjacent Bus Stop (Strangways West)

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Salisbury Plain
Park At Carter Barracks In Bulford And Walk Through The Wooded Area Then You Can Go On A Long Or Short Walk. There Are Sometimes Cows Grazing But That Is The Only On Lead Area, Other Than That It's A Lovely Walk You Can Go On For Miles. Bulford Droveway Lancashire 4.69 miles

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Old Sarum
Circular Walk Around The Outer Part Of Old Sarum Site. Portway Lancashire 5.20 miles

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Loop Walk By Salisbury Rugby Club And Victoria Park
The Rugby Club Itself Is A Fairly Flat Hill To Let The Dogs Run Around In There's A Footpath That Then Leads To The Dad's Joke Footpath/Walk And Can Walk Into The Town Centre From This Route. The Dogs Were Off Lead For Most Of The Walk However Did Need To Go On The Lead As We Did A Loop Going Into Town But Were Back To Go Off The Lead Again Going Through Victoria Park And Back Up The Salisbury Rugby Club 227 Castle Rd Salisbury Lancashire SP1 3RY 5.72 miles

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Figsbury Ring
B S A Cars Firsdown Clearway Garage Salisbury Lancashire SP4 6DT 6.76 miles

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Laverstock Down
Lots Of Different Paths, Some Areas Quite Hilly So Not So Easy When It's Been Raining, Although There Are Some Flat Fields. Some Woodland, Some Fields. Lovely On A Sunny Day, Gorgeous Views Laverstock 6.84 miles Located Next To St Andrews School On Church Road In Laverstock. There Is A Track, It Goes Up A Hill.

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