Marlborough is a thriving market town in Wiltshire and is consistently voted as one of the best places to live in the UK. It is difficult to think of many amenities that Marlborough lacks. It boasts the second widest high street in the UK, and is host to a fantastic range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and public houses, where boutique outlets are complemented by larger national stores such as Waitrose, but it is certainly the many independent and boutique businesses that help Marlborough retain its character and charm.
History
The picturesque historic high street itself provides many interesting and architecturally important buildings. Mentioned in the Domesday book of 1097 as ‘Merleberge’, Marlborough was later granted market town status in 1204 by King John. There is still a twice weekly market to this day selling everything from fruit and veg to hardware and garden furniture.
Highlights and attractions
Marlborough lies within the North Wessex Downs Area of outstanding natural beauty. Highlights include nearby Savernake Forest offer 4,500 acres of ancient oak woodland ready to be explored, in addition to the Marlborough Downs and The Kennet Valley to name but a few. Direct services to London Paddington are available from Great Bedwyn and Hungerford, with journey times from around 1 hour.
Education
There is excellent schooling at all levels locally in both the state and private sectors with secondary provision at St. John’s Academy, Dauntsey’s and Marlborough College. The surrounding countryside is a huge draw to the area, with country walks, bike rides and other outdoor pursuits all readily available.
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