Guidebook for Shaftesbury
Sightseeing
One of the most famous and photographed streets in UK. The views are stunning & the street little changed in 100s of years. Gold Hill was the scene of Ridley Scott's 1973 Hovis Boy on a Bicycle ad.
92 locals recommend
Gold Hill
Gold HillOne of the most famous and photographed streets in UK. The views are stunning & the street little changed in 100s of years. Gold Hill was the scene of Ridley Scott's 1973 Hovis Boy on a Bicycle ad.
King Alfred the Great established the Abbey in the C9th and although ruined in the Reformation, the massive walls still stand opposite Updown Cottage on Gold Hill.
22 locals recommend
Shaftesbury Abbey Museum & Garden
Park WalkKing Alfred the Great established the Abbey in the C9th and although ruined in the Reformation, the massive walls still stand opposite Updown Cottage on Gold Hill.
Food Scene
The most amazing views to accompany great soup, cakes, sandwiches & coffee!
21 locals recommend
The Salt Cellar
2-4 Gold HillThe most amazing views to accompany great soup, cakes, sandwiches & coffee!
Rustic chic hotel, bar & restaurant in the centre of Shaftesbury. Excellent local food with a great pizza oven. Perfect for a drink, coffee, casual or smart meal & just a minute from Updown Cottage!
38 locals recommend
The Grosvenor Arms
High StreetRustic chic hotel, bar & restaurant in the centre of Shaftesbury. Excellent local food with a great pizza oven. Perfect for a drink, coffee, casual or smart meal & just a minute from Updown Cottage!