Old Sarum is thought to have been one of the earliest settlements in Salisbury and it appears in some of the UK's oldest records. Built close to Stonehenge and the Avebury monoliths, the site probably dates back to around 3000 BC. The settlement lived through a varied history including Roman conquest, and Saxon and Norman rule. In 1514, Henry VIII sold the castle grounds and the settlement gradually fell into decline. The site is now managed by English Heritage and Grade I listed.

Hermann

March 4, 2023

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The walks to and from Laverstock and Salisbury are well worth seeing and fun to explore

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Bettina

September 9, 2025

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This is a must-see if you are in the area; it is very impressive to be able to immerse yourself in the history of the country in this way.

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Location: Salisbury, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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