Day1
Day 1 - Medieval Market Town Discovery
3 km£40-60
09:30
The Tithe Barn
Visit this 14th-century stone barn with massive timber roof, one of England's largest medieval agricultural buildings. The 168-foot structure housed grain for the nearby abbey and demonstrates medieval construction techniques.
45 minutes£4
5-minute walk from Barton Farm car park (5 minutes)
11:00
Saxon Church of St Laurence
Explore this tiny 10th-century church carved from single blocks of stone, discovered hidden between houses in 1856. The nave measures just 25 feet long and features original Saxon architecture.
30 minutesFree
10-minute walk through town centre (10 minutes)
15:00
Town Bridge and River Walk
Cross the 13th-century bridge with its central chapel and walk along the Kennet and Avon Canal. The bridge offers views of weir and 17th-century weavers' cottages built into the hillside.
1 hourFree
5-minute walk from church (5 minutes)
Lunch
The Dandy Lion Café
Dinner
The Swan Hotel restaurant