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THE CHARMING MARKET TOWN OF BRADFORD ON AVON
With its buildings of mellow stone, echoing their close neighbour - the Cotswolds - Bradford on Avon is one of the most attractive of all the market towns in Wiltshire. Amongst the many tourist attractions are the Tithe Barn and the early Saxon Church. The world heritage city of Bath is within easy striking distance via rail or road and the glorious countryside of Wiltshire and Somerset all provide the opportunity of pursuing rural activities.
Accessibility
| Train: |
Bath (10 minutes)
Bristol (approximately 30 minutes)
London Waterloo (approximately 2 hours) |
| Road: |
M4 Junction 17 (approximately 15 minutes) M3 (via A303) |
| Air: |
Bristol International Airport (approximately 40 minutes by car) |
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Schools
The well respected Christchurch and Fitzmaurice Junior Schools. Secondary Schools are the highly acclaimed St Lawrence School - including 6th form college. Also Monkton Combe Junior School and a selection of nurseries can be found close by. |
Tourist Attractions
The Tithe Barn, Saxon Church of St Lawrence, ancient town bridge, cycling and boating on the Kennet and Avon Canal. |
Shopping
A choice of independent stores including an excellent delicatessen, renowned cheese shop, florist, chemist, 2 jewellers, a newly opened boutique and several gift shops. Market Day is every Thursday and twice per month is a Farmers Market in Westbury Gardens. |
Entertainment
St Lawrence School is renowned for its musical evening and throughout the summer there are a series of soirees in the magnificent setting of Trinity Church and the West Barn.
In addition there are a selection of restaurants, public houses and tearooms within the town centre providing a variety of cuisine. The town also benefits from a leisure centre with swimming pool and a library.
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