English Heritage sites near Spetisbury Parish
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
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
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
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
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
18 miles from Spetisbury Parish
The foundations of a 4th century Romano-Celtic temple with fine coastal views.