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In the far west of West Berkshire, alongside the Kennet & Avon Canal and surrounded by beautiful countryside is the charming market town of Hungerford. Boasting impressive transport links for a town of its size, Hungerford is conveniently placed for access to the M4 motorway and is on the main Great Western Railway train line from London Paddington to the West Country.
Hungerford is in the heart of the wonderful walking territory of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape. Nearby landmarks include Combe Gibbet and England’s highest chalk hill, Walbury Hill, near Inkpen. It’s impossible to escape the wonderful countryside. The town is surrounded by Hungerford Common, and Hungerford Marsh and Freeman's Marsh wildlife habitats.
Hungerford Wharf is an attractive and popular area and is also home for The Rose of Hungerford trip boat. The Rose is a traditional canal boat which offers regular public trips as well as private charters along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Owned by the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust and run entirely by volunteers, you can be sure of a relaxing and tranquil experience for all ages. There is even an onboard galley serving hot and cold drinks and snacks. Dates, information and booking details are on the website at rose.katrust.org.uk.
Hungerford is perhaps best known today as a centre for markets and antiques. The weekly charter market on the High Street is every Wednesday. The outdoor monthly Hungerford Food & Artisan Market runs April to October. There are many antique shops in town and antique & flea markets in the historic town hall during the year.
Hungerford High Street boasts a wide variety of independent shops and boutiques, where you can lose yourself for a delightful few hours. There’s also a range of warm and friendly pubs, cheery tea shops and restaurants with much to tempt you.
Crofton Pumping Station (near Great Bedwyn) is one of the most significant industrial heritage sites in the UK and houses two historic beam engines. The 1812 Boulton and Watt Steam Engine is the oldest working beam engine in the world that is in its original location and working order.
Littlecote Roman Villa (located in the grounds of Littlecote House Hotel, Hungerford) has one of the finest Roman mosaic floors on display in the whole country – the Orpheus mosaic. It is the largest exposed Roman villa in Britain and one of the best-preserved Roman villas above ground in Britain.
Set in in the middle of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape, the Wilton Windmill is Wiltshire’s only working windmill. Its location in the unspoilt landscape of rolling chalk downland, forests, woods and dales is within walking distance of the Kennet & Avon Canal, Wilton Water and Crofton Beam Engines.
Tradition is the cornerstone of several events in Hungerford. Tutti Day, once a nationwide affair, takes place on the second Tuesday after Easter. It marks the end of the administrative year, and nowadays is also a day of great festivity. The Tutti-men are guided by the Orangeman to each house in the town with commoners' rights. In the past the Tutti-men collected a 'head-penny' from each commoner by way of a tip for keeping the peace during the past year. This custom lapsed many years ago, but the tradition of the Tutti-men asking for a kiss from the lady of the house has not lapsed, and one can often see them climbing ladders to achieve their kiss and present an orange in return."
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Hungerford
Cobbs Farm Shop & Kitchen is open seven days a week. In their farm shop, you will find a traditional butchery counter, a fully licensed café, delicatessen, fishmongers, florists and bespoke indoor wooden Play Barn. At the heart of Cobbs is their 55…
The Crown & Anchor is your traditional country Inn, set in the picturesque village of Ham, Wiltshire. With a welcoming wooden panelled bar area, restaurant and private dining room. Offering excellent food and drink with the emphasis on local and…
Hungerford
A family run restaurant established in 1981 that offers a warm welcome and friendly service along with a vast choice of quality homemade food from light snacks to full meals. Open from 10a.m.- 4p.m. Wednesday - Sunday.
Hungerford
Herongate Apartments, launched in October 2020 and offers 4 luxury self serviced / serviced apartments. These beautiful apartments can be rented for up to 90 days, have there own dedicated entrance, parking and garden spaces.
Marlborough
We are an award-winning independent Freehouse with an excellent local reputation for the quality of our food and beers. Run by Chef Proprietor James Wilsey who spent many years cooking in some of the top pubs and bistros in London, so expect full…
Hungerford
Recently refurbished, Herongate Club offers pool, spa, gym and fitness classes, providing top quality equipment and modern facilities - not just for fitness and training, but also to host meetings, events and performances.
Marlborough
The Bruce Branch of the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust offers canal holidays to disabled, disadvantaged or older people – along with their family, friends or carers. Our wheel-chair-accessible boats are based at Great Bedwyn, near Hungerford.
Hungerford
The Cobbs Afternoon Tea is the perfect treat for birthdays and special occasions.
Hungerford
“The Rose of Hungerford” is a purpose built 55 feet long wide-beamed passenger trip boat owned by the Kennet and Avon Canal Trust and has a maximum capacity of 50 passengers which is available for public trips and charters.
Hungerford
Hungerford Wharf used to be a busy industrial wharf but now is a popular area to relax, read about the history and watch the boats.
Little Bedwyn, Marlborough
Currently offering Gourmet menus as Take Away plus other dishes that were flagship offerings in the restaurant.
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