Museum & Art Galleries
Romantic Places to Visit
Shaftesbury the home of the picturesque “Gold Hill” the picture used to advertise Britain.
Shaftesbury is known internationally by the picture of “Gold Hill” which represents a beautiful village. Used by “Hovis” and many films. The Heritage magazine (Realm magazine) says Shaftesbury is an essential town to visit in Britain.
Housed in the elegant Queen Anne house which was Dr Jenner’s home from 1785 until his death. Displays celebrate the life and work of this world famous C18th doctor who was also a medical scientist, pioneer of smallpox vaccination, naturalist, geologist, balloonist, poet...and more!
Edward Jenner became world famous following his publication in 1798 in which he demonstrated that vaccination with cowpox prevented the deadly smallpox. As use of his treatment spread he found that he had to spend more and more of his time answering correspondence about it. He called himself 'the Vaccine Clerk to the World'. He continued to advise and research on the safest ways to produce and transport his cowpox vaccine.
One of the finest religious spas in the ancient world.
With its steaming waters and Roman artefacts, a visit to the Roman Baths is an unforgettable and unique experience. Fine Roman museum, audio guides and computer animations included in admission price.
Edward Bear’s family of people-sized bears in this enchanting museum.
Don’t miss Edward Bear & his family of people-sized bears in this delightful museum. From the earliest teddies to today’s TV favourites, see them all at this enchanting family museum.
Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum, Village and Garden.
An unique mixture of architectural styles spanning over 700 years.
