All Saints Church, Maiden Bradley

All Saints Church, Church Street, Maiden Bradley, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7HN

The tower and vestry will be open to the public with displays of pictures and artifacts about the history of the village. Explore the hidden and…

The tower and vestry will be open to the public with displays of pictures and artifacts about the history of the village. Explore the hidden and quirky in the church with the help of quiz sheets or join in the family craft activities. Regular guided tours will introduce the building and some of the interesting characters connected with it.

Opening Times

• Saturday 9 September: 1000-1600
• Sunday 10 September: 1045-1700

Booking Details

No booking required

Access Information

There is no toilet. Wheelchairs will not be able to access the tower and will need assistance with a couple of steps to reach the vestry. The floor is uneven in places.

Additional information

Max 20 people per tour/session. Although guided tours will only be available from 1045 on Sunday visitors are very welcome to come and go during our regular service which starts at 1000.

Directions

The Church is on the B3092 between Mere and Frome and about 2 miles from Stourhead. It is on the right hand side coming from Stourhead.

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Athenaeum Centre for the Community

The Athenaeum Centre, 18-20 High Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AE

Built in 1857, the Athenaeum is a fine Grade II listed building. Uses have ranged from a literary institution to cinema, theatre and now a vibrant…

Built in 1857, the Athenaeum is a fine Grade II listed building. Uses have ranged from a literary institution to cinema, theatre and now a vibrant centre for the community. Tours last 90 min and will include backstage, balcony and cellar where remains of medieval predecessor buildings can be viewed. Recently restored to very high standard. A lift has been recently installed and more restoration will take place when funds allow. Awarded Civic Trust/Town Council Blue Plaque in 2004.

Opening Times

• Sunday 10 September: 1100-1200

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 6 September 2017 16:00

Access Information

Ramp available to side door leading through corridor to lift for first floor function room. Disabled access further down corridor to the front auditorium and disabled toilet. No wheelchair access to cellars.

Additional information

Max 20 people per tour/session.

Directions

The 'Ath' is right in the middle of town on the High Street and approximately 100yds west of our only set of traffic lights. Park in the Central Car Park off Station Road and walk through Three Horsehoes Walk (shopping centre) to the Market Place and turn right.

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Chapel of St Lawrence

2 Market Place, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AP

Grade II listed 13th century chantry chapel, rebuilt in 18th century. Uniquely owned and managed by the town, purchased by the people in 1575 and…

Grade II listed 13th century chantry chapel, rebuilt in 18th century. Uniquely owned and managed by the town, purchased by the people in 1575 and controlled by 12 'Feoffees'. Known as one of the rare ‘Chapel Peculiars'. Fascinating clock. Awarded Civic Trust/Town Council Blue Plaque in 2004. Visits up the tower can be arranged.

Opening Times

• Saturday 9 September: 0900-1200
• Sunday 10 September: 1000-1200

Booking Details

No booking required

Access Information

The principal attraction is the Curfew Clock, which is housed in the tower and not therefore very accessible.

Directions

The Chapel of St Lawrence is right in the middle of the town on the High Street. Park in the Central car park, the Western car park or in Morrison's (they can afford it) and walk.

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Culverhouse Barn

Warminster School, 2-3 Church Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8PG

Culverhouse 'Barn' is actually a purpose-built 18th century maltings that retains most of its original features except its oven and 'steeps'. It…

Culverhouse 'Barn' is actually a purpose-built 18th century maltings that retains most of its original features except its oven and 'steeps'. It was present in 1774 when it also had a stables and is likely to have been of earlier 18th century origin. It is the last of the 18th century maltings in the town and is about to be converted to alternative use - though the malting floor will be retained - so this is a once and only chance to see the real thing in it un-polished state. It is currently used as the 'estates' workshop, so it is 'rough and ready'.

Opening Times

• Saturday 9 September: Escorted Tour 1500-1600

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 6 September 2017 16:00

Access Information

This is a working historic building on two floors without any form of access other than steep, ladderlike steps. It is suitable only for the active and flexible.

Additional information

Max 10 people per tour/session. The building is within the grounds of Warminster School. Accordingly there will be a STRICT EMBARGO on the use of cameras.

Directions

Church Street is the western end of the old A36 main road through Warminster, approximately 10 minutes walk from the rail station and Market Place. Culverhouse 'Barn' is part of the estate of Warminster School and entry is by pre-booking only.

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Dents Museum and Demonstration of Factory Products

Dents, Furnax Lane, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8PE

Dents is one of Britain's longest established glove makers, exporting around the world and with the Royal family amongst its clientele. Its new…

Dents is one of Britain's longest established glove makers, exporting around the world and with the Royal family amongst its clientele. Its new facilities include a purpose-built museum containing examples of 18th and 19th century gloves and an exhibition/display on the history of glove making over the last 234 years; plus an excellent factory shop. A maximum of 24 visitors are allowed per visit, split into groups of 12 to visit the museum and the shop in rotation. Total visit duration is 1.5 hours.

Opening Times

• Friday 8 September: Tour 1030-1200

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 6 September 2017 16:00

Additional information

Max 24 people per tour/session. This event is always over-subscribed. We recommend early booking to avoid disappointment.

Directions

Furnax Lane (incidentally, named after the medieval manor of Warminster Furnax) is on the Crusader Business Park at the western edge of town and approximately 1 mile from the town centre. It is walkable, but many might prefer to drive. From the town centre drive west along High St, George St., Silver Street and into Church Street past the Minster Church. Furnax Lane is the first turning on the right after the Minster Church and Dents new premises are clearly visible on the right hand side. There is plenty of parking.

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Malaby Biodigester

Malaby Biogas Ltd, Deverill Road, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8FB

Explanation of biogas operation and tour of plant

Explanation of biogas operation and tour of plant

Opening Times

• Thursday 7 September: 1730-1900

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name and contact number required. Wheelchair access to be notified in advance. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 5 September 2017 12:00

Access Information

Parking only in designated car park (foot traffic or car sharing preferred). Rough ground unsuitable for wheel chairs – prior arrangement required Report to Reception on arrival and proceed up external stair case to visitors centre (no lift available so all visitors need to be able to negotiate stairs. Alternative arrangements will need to be made for wheelchair access) Site access only when accompanied and supervised by designated site state No open toed shoes or high heels

Additional information

Max 28 people per tour/session.

Directions

Off A350 entering Warminster 100m north of Bypass on Left Hand side

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Small Arms School Weapons Collection

Waterloo Lines, Imber Road, Warminster, Wiltshire

Guided tour of the Army's unique collection of historical small arms from around the world.

Guided tour of the Army's unique collection of historical small arms from around the world.

Opening Times

• Thursday 7 September: 10.30-12.30
• Friday 8 September: 10.30-12.30

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s), contact details and vehicle details (Reg No, make, model and colour) required 10 days before tour date. All participants will be required to provide photographic ID on the day. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 25 August 2017 12:00

Access Information

The collection is housed within MoD property. Visitors will be subjected to searches and CCTV surveillance and must remain with the tour group at all times. Airport-type metal detectors are in use and visitors should leave metal and valuable objects in their vehicles. Bags, overcoats and cameras will not be allowed in. All visitors must show their photographic ID to Ronald Truss on arrival at the rendezvous. The exhibition is on the ground floor of a 1930s building. Wheelchair access is feasible, with assistance. The museum reserves the right to refuse access without explanation.

Additional information

Max 15 people per tour/session. This is a technical exhibition and is not suitable for children or those with a short attention span.

Directions

Access will be by escorted groups travelling from the Central Car Park. Meet outside the front door of the Community Hub and make yourself known to Mr Ronald Truss, our representative. Individual access, on foot or by vehicle, will not be possible.

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Warminster Maltings

Warminster Maltings Ltd, 39 Pound Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 8NN

Warminster Malting leads the market for the supply of local 'craft' beer with world wide acclaim. Listed Grade II building, dating from 18th…

Warminster Malting leads the market for the supply of local 'craft' beer with world wide acclaim. Listed Grade II building, dating from 18th century, one of the two remaining traditional 'floor' maltings in the country. The tour will be lead by the manager or the owner of the maltings and will explain how a 'floor' maltings works and visitors will be able to see every stage of malt production. Warminster Maltings was awarded Blue plaque in 2004.

Opening Times

• Friday 8 September: 1100-1200 & 1400-1500
• Saturday 9 September: 1100-1200

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 6 September 2017 16:00

Access Information

Wheelchair users can use the back entrance to gain access to the ground floor but there is no wheelchair access to the malting floors upstairs and visitors should also be aware of the uneven ground and floor levels.

Additional information

Max 25 people per tour/session. Visitors can taste beer made with Warminster malt at The Organ Inn, which is situated in the town centre c. 5 mins walk from the Maltings.

Directions

Pound Street is a side street in the western residential area of the town. It is within easy walking distance from all the town's car parks and there is limited street parking in the area. From the town centre proceed westwards along the High Street into George Street and Silver Street, turn left at the Obelisk into Vicarage Street. Pound Street is c. 150 yards up Vicarage Street on its left (south) side. It marks the boundary between Vicarage Street and its western continuation as West Street. The maltings is a large distinctive stone building on the left hand side of the street and is well signed. Meet outside the front door: if it is raining, go inside.

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Warminster Masonic Hall

69 Market Place, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AW

Built for Scott & Smith corn merchants in 1863 and occupied by them for 70 years. Purchased by Longleat Lodge in 1935 as a hall for all Warminster…

Built for Scott & Smith corn merchants in 1863 and occupied by them for 70 years. Purchased by Longleat Lodge in 1935 as a hall for all Warminster masons and currently used by the Longleat and Wyvern Lodges. Unique roof on building. Spectacular temple inside. Awarded Warminster Civic Trust Blue Plaque in 2005.

Opening Times

• Saturday 9 September: Tours 1400-1500

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk

Access Information

Disabled parking nearby in Central car park and Waitrose (please buy something first).

Additional information

Max 20 people per tour/session.

Directions

The Masonic Hall is in the centre of town at the junction of Station Road and Market Place. It is on the north side of the road next to 'Move' estate agents and has a distinctive curving wall.

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Warminster’s Medieval Buildings

La Cafe Journal, 6 High Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AE

A rare opportunity to view the interior and complete timber frame of one of Warminster's 15th century buildings, escorted by an expert on the…

A rare opportunity to view the interior and complete timber frame of one of Warminster's 15th century buildings, escorted by an expert on the historic buildings of the town. Elements of the building are also visible in Le Café Journal and visitors are invited to partake of the best coffee, hot chocolate and patisserie in the town.

Opening Times

• Thursday 7 September: 1000-1100

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 6 September 2017 16:00

Access Information

This is an un-restored historic building with steep steps, many variations in floor level. It is not accessible to wheelchairs or those with impaired mobility.

Additional information

Max 10 people per tour/session. The site is in the centre of town, 5mins walk from the rail and bus stations. There is no parking at the site, so visitors arriving by car should park in any of the towns car parks and walk.

Directions

Meet outside Le Café Journal in the High Street, or inside if you wish. You will be met by our HODS representative - Dorothy Treasure - who will make herself known.

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Warminster’s Watermeadows

Hensford Marsh, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9PA

An escorted walk around one of Warminster's historic watermeadows, during which the history and operation of watermeadows will be explained.

An escorted walk around one of Warminster's historic watermeadows, during which the history and operation of watermeadows will be explained.

Opening Times

• Sunday 10 September: 1400-1500

Booking Details

Pre-booking: Required
Name(s) and contact details required. Contact: Veronica Mills Call: 01985 214847 Email: admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk Booking opens: 17 August 2017 10:00 Booking closes: 6 September 2017 16:00

Access Information

The site is uneven farmland within the valley floor and will probably have cattle on it on the day. Participants might have to climb over a gate.

Additional information

Max 20 people per tour/session. Nettles, cattle and possibly mud

Directions

Rendezvous outside the Hunters Moon restaurant and bar at Henfords Marsh on the southern edge of Warminster. It is about 1 mile from the town centre and walkable. The most direct access from the town centre is via Weymouth Street. Turn left at Christchurch church into Upper Marsh Road, proceed downhill to the end of Upper Marsh Road and then cross the staggered cross-roads into Henfords Marsh by the thatched cottage. Hunters Moon is on the left hand side. There is limited parking on the road side. Please do not use their car park unless you have patronised the bar/restaurant.

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