English Heritage sites near Spetisbury Parish

Knowlton Church and Earthworks

KNOWLTON CHURCH AND EARTHWORKS

9 miles from Spetisbury Parish

The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship and creates an atmospheric scene.

Fiddleford Manor

FIDDLEFORD MANOR

9 miles from Spetisbury Parish

The principal parts of a small stone manor house, probably begun about 1370 for William Latimer, Sheriff of Somerset and Dorset. The hall and solar chamber display outstandingly fine timber roofs.

Old Wardour Castle

OLD WARDOUR CASTLE

15 miles from Spetisbury Parish

Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.

Maiden Castle

MAIDEN CASTLE

17 miles from Spetisbury Parish

Among the largest and most complex of Iron Age hillforts in Europe, Maiden Castle’s huge multiple ramparts enclose an area the size of 50 football pitches and once protected hundreds of residents.

Christchurch Castle and Norman House

CHRISTCHURCH CASTLE AND NORMAN HOUSE

17 miles from Spetisbury Parish

The castle remains include parts of the keep and the 12th century riverside chamber block or Norman House, a very early example of domestic architecture including a rare Norman chimney.

Jordan Hill Roman Temple

JORDAN HILL ROMAN TEMPLE

18 miles from Spetisbury Parish

The foundations of a 4th century Romano-Celtic temple with fine coastal views.



Pubs in Spetisbury Parish

Shack

Callouts Farm, Spetisbury, DT11 9DF
07909 600234

Farm complex with cafe and shop
Woodpecker

High Street, Spetisbury, DT11 9DJ

An award winning, imposing free house situated on the edge of this picturesque Dorset village. This comfortable open plan pub with feature fireplace offers four changing ales, sourced regionally, and real cider and perry. Excellent, reasona...