Holiday Cottages in the Marlborough and the Marlborough Downs area

Holiday cottages in Marlborough are steeped in fascinating history from Neolithic times onwards. Holiday cottages in Marlborough are a perfect touring base for those interested in the prehistoric sites of Stonehenge and Avebury and Littlecote House. Marlborough is also home to a very well- known public school with wonderful facilities to be used during your cottage break in Marlborough. Marlborough College also offers many brilliant holiday courses to be enjoyed during a summer cottage holiday in Wiltshire. Holiday cottages in Marlborough are also situated near the Kennet and Avon Canal and Salisbury plains, there is so much to see and do throughout Marlborough and Wiltshire. The nearby village of Pewsey is a wonderful holiday cottage destination near Marlborough, and holiday cottages in Pewsey are particularly popular in September as Pewsey boasts the ‘oldest carnival in Wiltshire’.
 

Avebury is the second most well known stone formation to Stonehenge, and is a fascinating day trip to explore during your family cottage break in Wiltshire.

Savernake forest is also located near your holiday cottage in Marlborough with plentiful opportunities for hiking and cycling.
 

The Marlborough Downs are located just North of Marlborough and many beautiful holiday cottages can be found surrounded by the stunning countryside. The Marlborough Downs are a prefect holiday cottage destination for nature lovers and those who enjoy walking, cycling and horse riding. Holiday cottage in the Marlborough Downs tend to be quaint converted farmhouses with cosy log fires, beautiful period features and stunning views.
 

Cheltenham Races also make for a fascinating day out from your holiday cottage in Marlborough.
 

Hungerford is just across the border in Berkshire and was historically part of Wiltshire. It is a lovely quaint town to visit during your cottage holiday in Marlborough and the surrounding Wiltshire countryside.