Wiltshire Familiarisation Visit & Wiltshire Showcase Event
Sunday 12 & Monday 13 October 2025 

VisitWiltshire are working in partnership with Group Travel World to bring you a 1 night 2 day Wiltshire Familiarisation Visit & Wiltshire Showcase Event on Sunday 12 & Monday 13 October 2025.

This fam visit includes 1 nights’ accommodation based on single occupancy B&B, 2 lunches, 1 dinner; plus visits to many popular Wiltshire attractions.

The draft itinerary* is as follows:

Sunday 12 October

10.00 – 10.30 Arrive at The Old Bell Hotel in Warminster – a historic town centre coaching Inn offering accommodation, a Pub, Restaurant, secluded Courtyard and function room. Menus include Pub Classics and authentic Thai cuisine.

11.00 – 12.30 Journey to Longleat for a guided tour of Longleat House, which offers a fascinating journey through centuries of history, art, and architecture in one of England’s most iconic stately homes.

13.00 – 14.00 The Bridge Tea Rooms– step back in time to the Victorian era, in this blacksmith’s cottage (circa 1502) Hansel & Gretel-style exterior and cosy dining room, for a quintessential English afternoon tea style lunch.

14.30 – 15.00 Whistle stop visit to the historic market town of Corsham. A short walk to experience exterior views of the stately Corsham Court and 16th century Almshouses. You may even come across a peacock or two - the town’s most beautiful, but noisiest, residents.

15.30 – 16.30 REME Museum – Discover 7 galleries in this modern, interactive museum exploring the fascinating history and stories of the British Army’s Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers. Take the opportunity to see the only Conspicuous Gallantry Cross on public display. Discover the MOD Lyneham memorial Garden within the Museum grounds.

OR OPTIONAL VISIT TO:

15.30 – 17.30 Bowood House & Gardens - set within 100 acres of beautifully landscaped 'Capability' Brown Parkland, enjoy a walk through the gardens and discover hidden gems or stroll through the house and spot architectural delights. Bowood is celebrating their 50th Anniversary of opening to the public in 2025.

Dinner and overnight accommodation in Salisbury at Holiday Inn Salisbury Stonehenge, The Stones Hotel, Legacy Rose & Crown, Milford Hall Hotel and The Manor Estate.

Monday 13 October

09.30 – 10.30 Stonehenge – This world famous pre-historic Stone-Circle of Stonehenge is the ultimate must see attraction for all visitors to the county.

11.00 – 13.00 Set within 22 acres of stunning countryside, visit the award-winning Hawk Conservancy Trust where you can see birds of prey up close during their world-class flying displays. You’ll see the ‘Wings of Africa’ display and enjoy lunch in Feathers Restaurant.

14.00 – 17.00 Wiltshire Showcase*, run by VisitWiltshire, supported by National Trust Stourhead Estate.

Stourhead is a beautiful Palladian House with world-famous landscape garden with its magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes and rare exotic trees.

17.00 All depart.

Our transport sponsor ‘Southern Tour’, will provide 2 x 8-seater vehicles (max 16 pax) and will operate this itinerary with pick up and drop offs to and from Warminster.

*Please note timings and locations on this itinerary are subject to change.

ONLY £150 per person LIMITED PLACES AVAILABLE

We welcome group travel organisers, coach and tour operators the opportunity to experience some of our timeless Wiltshire attractions, food and drink offer, market towns and places to stay. If you would like to familiarise yourself with what's on offer in the beautiful county of Wiltshire, with a view to return with your group, please register to attend by filling out the form.

Please include any additional night’s accommodation if required and costs for these will be added.

For eligible buyers wanting to attend the Wiltshire Showcase  event for the day can do so free of charge (transport costs may apply). Please contact lucy.mawdsley@grouptravelworld.com to register your interest for this.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS FRIDAY 19 SEPTEMBER 2025
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE INFORMED BY FRIDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2025

Terms and Conditions

• Price is VAT inclusive. Payment must be made to VisitWiltshire before 30 September to secure your place. Cancellation policy is that there will be no refunds available.
• Limited places available - only one person per organisation allowed.
• Accommodation is for single occupancy based on B&B.
• Itinerary is subject to change.
• Limited transport spaces available to and from Warminster on Sunday 12 & Monday 13 October. Please request when booking. Railway tickets/petrol costs are not included.
• One x 2-course dinner with one glass of wine and two x basic lunches with soft drink are included.
• Entry to the attractions are included.
• Buyers can attend the Wiltshire Showcase event for the day. Additional transport may be available, but costs may apply.