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The small market town of Chippenham lies along a crook in the River Avon in Wiltshire, and first-time visitors to town will be pleased to find a closely-knit, welcoming community. So travel to Chippenham this holiday season and enjoy one of Chippenham's guided walking tours of the town centre and historic market square.
History of Chippenham
According to local historical surveys, human habitation of the area today known as Chippenham pre-dates the Roman era of Britain's history. It was the Saxons who have been credited with the founding of Chippenham, and the small community even merited a mention in the 11th century Domesday Book.
Ideally positioned at a crossing in the River Avon, Chippenham developed as a milling town during the medieval period, officially earning its first market charter in the 16th century. Despite dramatic changes over the subsequent centuries, Chippenham has preserved its market town character, which makes day trips to town from Brighton a delightful change of pace.
What's On in Chippenham
Certainly, most first-time visitors come to Chippenham in order to tour the old town centre market and square. Chippenham's medieval buttercross rests in the midst of the market square and dates to the 16th century, according to local historical records. Keeping stride with Chippenham's market heritage, the town coordinates market days on Fridays and Saturdays in addition to a bi-weekly farmer's market that features locally grown produce and other organically raised products.
The Chippenham Folk Festival draws thousands of visitors to this small market town every spring. Over the course of several days, the whole community of Chippenham gathers along the banks of the river in the spirit of friendship and wholesome, family-oriented days out. Also, Chippenham is conveniently located near several of Wiltshire's most historic villages such as Lacock and Castle Combe, and the town is also near the Bird's Marsh, which is well suited for evening leisure walks.
Travelling to Chippenham
First-time travellers to Wiltshire have a number of transport options at their disposal, and Chippenham is well served by rail and by road. If you prefer to travel cross country via the rail, you would do well to take the Great Western Line (also known as the London-Bristol Line), but Chippenham is also accessible via the Wessex Main Line, as well.
In order to reach Chippenham by road from greater London, simply travel the M4 motorway west away from the city across the countryside until you reach Wiltshire. Next, keep watch for the number 17 junction and continue south along the A350 in order to reach Chippenham proper. Alternatively, you can travel to Chippenham from Bristol by utilising the M4, too.
Where to Stay in Chippenham
Accommodations in Chippenham are for the most part located near town centre. Particularly, first-time visitors to town will be spoilt for a choice of places to stay on the banks of the river. So whether in Chippenham for the day, or on an extended holiday, you can rest assured to find a quality place to stay in Chippenham.
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