Historic Malmesbury

You might already know of Malmesbury’s rich history as England’s oldest borough or heard about the stunning 12th Century Abbey still very much in use today. But there’s so much more to discover in this charming market town.
Visit the original Market Cross, the Norman Abbey with its tomb of King Athelstan and the free Athelstan Museum, there’s lots to see and do here.
Alongside Malmesbury Abbey you will find the beautiful Abbey House Gardens. The gardens are home to over 1,000 years of history and straddle the River Avon. Over 2,000 different roses, 100,000 tulips and 10,000 different plants can be found here offering visitors constant colour from March to November.
Browse the charming streets and thriving high street with an array of independent retailers and a weekly farmers’ & artisan market (taking place on a Friday).

Published by Dauntsey Rectory

Country House Accomodation, Dauntsey, Great Somerford, Malmesbury