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NEW for 2013 !

Ageas Salisbury International Arts Festival - 24th May-8th June.
The highlights for 2013 are: King Lear by Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performing Mozart’s Third Violin Concerto, Mark Padmore performing Schubert’s song cycle Die Winterreise, Tallis Scholars bringing the theme of metamorphosis to Salisbury Cathedral, Russian pianist Mikhail Rudy presenting Pictures at an Exhibition at Salisbury Playhouse, and Opera Project performing La Traviata, also at the Playhouse. www.salisburyfestival.co.uk

Salisbury Cathedral is a beautiful and historic medieval building, an international symbol of Christianity and a world class heritage attraction.
The Cathedral hosts regular classical, choral and contemporary concerts featuring English and visiting International choirs, and the renowned Organ Recital Series.  Morning Worship with Holy Communion and Choral Evensong services are held most days.   www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

Stonehenge is the world's best known Megalithic monument. Built around 3100BC, the huge stone circle is a World Heritage Site.  Stonehenge stands on Salisbury Plain, just 8 www.stonehenge.co.uk

Wilton House is one of the Treasure Houses of England.  The home of the Earl of Pembroke, this 460 year old building with its history, architecture, art treasures and 21 acres of gardens and parkland attracts visitors from all over the world.www.wiltonhouse.co.uk

Salisbury Racecourse - Set in the middle of picturesque Wiltshire countryside, within view of the Cathedral, the Racecourse hosts around 15 thoroughbred flat race meetings during the year plus a race-day for Arabian horses.  www.salisburyracecourse.co.uk

Things to do in Salisbury

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