Heritage

The CooperTires & Rubber Company war memorial was left dumped on the grass after the first attempt to move it failed in April.

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'Dumped' war memorial finally moved after public outcry

Jane Austen Festival-goers dressed in Regency attire promenade through the streets to Parade House in Trowbridge.

Jane Austen Festival-goers dressed in Regency attire promenade through the streets to Parade House in Trowbridge.

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Regency finery on show as Jane Austen festival visitors come to Wiltshire town

Trowbridge Civic Society coordinated Heritage Open Day visits to The Blind House on Saturday.

Trowbridge Civic Society coordinated Heritage Open Day visits to The Blind House on Saturday.

Visitors get a chance to explore Wiltshire’s rich heritage

Box Parish Council chair Tim Walton, Brian Mathew MP for Melksham & Devizes, and Cllr Hazel Parker at the viewing points overlooking Box Tunnel on heritage open day

Box Parish Council chair Tim Walton, Brian Mathew MP for Melksham & Devizes, and Cllr Hazel Parker at the viewing points overlooking Box Tunnel on heritage open day

Village stages first heritage open day to celebrate historic links

Before and after: The Blind House cloaked in weeds, and how it looks now after being tidied up.

Before and after: The Blind House cloaked in weeds, and how it looks now after being tidied up.

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Historic building labelled an 'absolute disgrace' has been tidied up

Alan Jaffray in the A&I Jaffray antiques shop in Market Place, Melksham.

Alan Jaffray in the A&I Jaffray antiques shop in Market Place, Melksham.

Auction house to sell trading stock of beloved Wiltshire antique dealers

The Trowbridge community is being urged to back plans for a Spitfire monument to recognise the town's contribution to producing the iconic Second World War fighter planes.

The Trowbridge community is being urged to back plans for a Spitfire monument to recognise the town's contribution to producing the iconic Second World War fighter planes.

Trowbridge Town Council

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Residents urged to sign petition backing Spitfire monument plans

The weeds around the historic Blind House in Trowbridge have been labelled an 'absolute disgrace'.

The weeds around the historic Blind House in Trowbridge have been labelled an 'absolute disgrace'.

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Historic Wiltshire building 'cloaked in weeds' labelled an 'absolute disgrace'

Scaffolding around Trowbridge Town Hall has been removed but the boarding stays for the time being as Beard Construction begins work on the next phase of internal restoration and redevelopment.

Scaffolding around Trowbridge Town Hall has been removed but the boarding stays for the time being as Beard Construction begins work on the next phase of internal restoration and redevelopment.

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Work to restore Town Hall in Wiltshire town passes significant milestone

Slates have been stripped from the roof of the listed property in Bowyer Terrace and the building is open to the weather.

Slates have been stripped from the roof of the listed property in Bowyer Terrace and the building is open to the weather.

Trowbridge Town Council

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Civic society ‘very concerned’ about roof being stripped off historic house

A stonemason at work in the Grotto at Stourhead House and Gardens.

A stonemason at work in the Grotto at Stourhead House and Gardens.

Historic Stourhead grotto in Wiltshire closed for repair work

Parade House was once the Ushers Brewery head offices

Parade House was once the Ushers Brewery head offices

Heritage open day celebrates 200 years of former Wiltshire brewery

Westbury Mayor Cllr Jane Russ with museum co-organiser Brenda Pyne, Sally Hendry and Liz Argent at the opening of Westbury looking back in time.

Westbury Mayor Cllr Jane Russ with museum co-organiser Brenda Pyne, Sally Hendry and Liz Argent at the opening of Westbury looking back in time.

Three-month exhibition in Wiltshire looks at history 150 years ago

The Elton John tribute band, Forever Elton, opened the live music at the centenary celebrations at Warminster’s Lake Pleasure Grounds.

The Elton John tribute band, Forever Elton, opened the live music at the centenary celebrations at Warminster’s Lake Pleasure Grounds.

PHOTOS: Fun had by all at Wiltshire town park centenary event

Tim Osborne, of Bromham, with his one-third size steam showman’s engine The Badger.

Tim Osborne, of Bromham, with his one-third size steam showman’s engine The Badger.

Last Wiltshire vintage event proves to be 'biggest and best'

The exposed roof at Courtfield House is leaving the historic open to damage by the elements.

The exposed roof at Courtfield House is leaving the historic open to damage by the elements.

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Fight to save historic property from being lost

People have commented on the spire of Trowbridge Town Hall not being cleaned when stonemasons had the opportunity.

People have commented on the spire of Trowbridge Town Hall not being cleaned when stonemasons had the opportunity.

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Shoppers react to 'daft' decision to leave 'dirty' town hall spire

Jem Hobbs' stone carver demonstration in Bradford on Avon

Jem Hobbs' stone carver demonstration in Bradford on Avon

Heritage skills showcased at historic Wiltshire landmark

Damith Osuranga Danthanarayana - Human Disaster

Damith Osuranga Danthanarayana - Human Disaster

Wiltshire National Trust property to host exhibit showcasing 'amazing' planet photos

The huge three-tonne air handling unit and air source heat pump is lifted by a 80-tonne crane onto the roof of Trowbridge Town Hall.

The huge three-tonne air handling unit and air source heat pump is lifted by a 80-tonne crane onto the roof of Trowbridge Town Hall.

Wiltshire Council

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Photos show crane lifting equipment as Town Hall redevelopment takes step forward

Crofton Beam Engines in Marlborough is hosting a special event this bank holiday weekend

Crofton Beam Engines in Marlborough is hosting a special event this bank holiday weekend

Cultural attractions

Bank holiday fun at Crofton Beam Engines exhibition - all you need to know

Paul Martin with Mr Policeman, a Pelham Puppet belonging to Chippenham collector Katy Barrett at That Meeting Space, the former Melksham & District Police Station.

Paul Martin with Mr Policeman, a Pelham Puppet belonging to Chippenham collector Katy Barrett at That Meeting Space, the former Melksham & District Police Station.

Flog It! presenter Paul Martin hosts valuation day in Wiltshire

Shaun Robinson with his Austin Seven converted tractor.

Shaun Robinson with his Austin Seven converted tractor.

Vintage vehicle show attracts original exhibitors and scores of enthusiasts

The historic 'Ninety-nine miles to London' milestone has vanished from its stone base.

The historic 'Ninety-nine miles to London' milestone has vanished from its stone base.

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Historic ’Ninety-nine miles to London’ milestone sign stolen

The vestry roof at All Saints Church in Westbury was left exposed to the elements after thieves stripped off the lead. Now the church is appealing for funds to make repairs.

The vestry roof at All Saints Church in Westbury was left exposed to the elements after thieves stripped off the lead. Now the church is appealing for funds to make repairs.

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Residents urged to help repair church roof after lead theft

The historic villa at 5 Stallard Street is being partially demolished after it was in danger of collapse.

The historic villa at 5 Stallard Street is being partially demolished after it was in danger of collapse.

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Dangerous historic villa in Wiltshire partially demolished

The abandoned village of Imber in Wiltshire

The abandoned village of Imber in Wiltshire

Thousands visit Wiltshire abandoned village over Easter break

Lord Henry Thynn, the 6th Marquess of Bath, selling guide books at Longleat in 1949.

Lord Henry Thynn, the 6th Marquess of Bath, selling guide books at Longleat in 1949.

New exhibition celebrates 75 Years of Longleat opening to visitors

Non-Conformist Chapel Down Cemetery in Trowbridge

Non-Conformist Chapel Down Cemetery in Trowbridge

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Group to modernise chapel after 25-year lease granted

Floral tributes were laid on the 221st anniversary of Trowbridge Martyr Thomas Helliker’s death in 1803.

Floral tributes were laid on the 221st anniversary of Trowbridge Martyr Thomas Helliker’s death in 1803.

Crowd celebrates anniversary of Trowbridge Martyr’s death

Devizes Castle is a 19th-century, Grade I country house.

Devizes Castle is a 19th-century, Grade I country house.

Planning Applications

More plans revealed for work on historic Wiltshire castle

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Why Stonehenge ranked 'one of most overrated landmarks'

The proposed learning centre is described as accessible and inclusive.

The proposed learning centre is described as accessible and inclusive.

English Heritage

Major planning application approved for Stonehenge

The Little Miss Muffet chocolate Easter egg given by Jack Carter to his 17-year-old sweetheart Joyce Angell when they got engaged in 1938 is set to be sold at auction

The Little Miss Muffet chocolate Easter egg given by Jack Carter to his 17-year-old sweetheart Joyce Angell when they got engaged in 1938 is set to be sold at auction

Unopened 86-year-old Easter egg engagement gift set to go to auction

English Electric Lightning P1A aircraft in Salisbury

English Electric Lightning P1A aircraft in Salisbury

Classic fighter jet let outside 'for some air' in Wiltshire

The covering is now gone from the roof of the historic Courtfield House, leaving the interior open to the elements.

The covering is now gone from the roof of the historic Courtfield House, leaving the interior open to the elements.

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Developers deny removing historic house roof to ruin its interior

Watched by a record crowd, St George, played by Chris Born, of the Widcombe Mummers, goes into action at the Tithe Barn.

Watched by a record crowd, St George, played by Chris Born, of the Widcombe Mummers, goes into action at the Tithe Barn.

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Record crowd enjoys ancient custom in Wiltshire town

The award-winning new admissions centre at Old Wardour Castle

The award-winning new admissions centre at Old Wardour Castle

New building in grounds of 14th century castle wins recognition

The historic Trowbridge town park bandstand is in urgent need of repairs and refurbishment but some of the work could be delayed until 2025.

The historic Trowbridge town park bandstand is in urgent need of repairs and refurbishment but some of the work could be delayed until 2025.

Update issued on planned revamp of decaying town bandstand

The Hall in Bradford on Avon is now inviting visitors to stay

The Hall in Bradford on Avon is now inviting visitors to stay

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One of West Country’s finest houses gets £100,000 refurbishment

Jo Gomme with her Onyx eggs and crystals in the 15th century Hall House in Church Street, Trowbridge.

Jo Gomme with her Onyx eggs and crystals in the 15th century Hall House in Church Street, Trowbridge.

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Trader opens new store in one of town's oldest buildings

The historic Trowbridge flood marker plaque is now missing.

The historic Trowbridge flood marker plaque is now missing.

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Historic plaque marking the great flood of 1894 stolen

Heytesbury Cricket Club’s ground.

Heytesbury Cricket Club’s ground.

Petition launched to save historic village sports pitches from housing

Wilts & Berks Canal Trust Branch chairman Dave Maloney (third from right) with work party volunteers in the dry dock being restored at Pewsham Locks.

Wilts & Berks Canal Trust Branch chairman Dave Maloney (third from right) with work party volunteers in the dry dock being restored at Pewsham Locks.

Team honoured for staggering number of volunteering hours

Paul Walsh, Selwood Housing group development director, with project manager Nikki Townshend with plans of regeneration of a derelict site in a historic conservation area. Photo: Trevor Porter 70424-3

Paul Walsh, Selwood Housing group development director, with project manager Nikki Townshend with plans of regeneration of a derelict site in a historic conservation area. Photo: Trevor Porter 70424-3

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Social housing project in historic Trowbridge area nears completion

Final fixing of the carved stonework on the south west pinnacle by stonemasons Mark Silk and Ethan Darby.

Final fixing of the carved stonework on the south west pinnacle by stonemasons Mark Silk and Ethan Darby.

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Update on church tower's restoration programme

The flat roof top is proposed to be used as an external seating area with a section enclosed by glass walls and a solar panel roof.

The flat roof top is proposed to be used as an external seating area with a section enclosed by glass walls and a solar panel roof.

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Grade II listed hotel could be transformed with flats and offices

The petition calls for the field to be removed from the local plan for Salisbury.

The petition calls for the field to be removed from the local plan for Salisbury.

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Crowd of villagers travel to Trowbridge to fight local plan

The first version of the design was submitted to Wiltshire Council and Historic England in February 2022.

The first version of the design was submitted to Wiltshire Council and Historic England in February 2022.

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Major planning application goes in for works at Stonehenge

Reece Brown, who runs the pub, is a professional circus performer.

Reece Brown, who runs the pub, is a professional circus performer.

Exterior of Wiltshire Grade II listed pub to change colour

When solar panels are exposed to photons of sunlight, they release electrons and produce an electric charge.

When solar panels are exposed to photons of sunlight, they release electrons and produce an electric charge.

Renewable energy

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Is Wiltshire the UK capital of solar energy farms?

Work has begun to refurbish and renovate the historic Hop Pole pub in Limpley Stoke.

Work has begun to refurbish and renovate the historic Hop Pole pub in Limpley Stoke.

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Cost of saving 500-year-old village pub could top £1 million

The bridge is from the early nineteenth century and presumed to be made of Bath stone.

The bridge is from the early nineteenth century and presumed to be made of Bath stone.

Anti-social behaviour

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Work to begin on Grade II listed bridge targeted by vandals

The Christ Church clock face is hauled back up to the church spire to be fixed in place.

The Christ Church clock face is hauled back up to the church spire to be fixed in place.

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160-year-old church clock is finally restored to its former glory