HISTORY  and places to Visit

Bradford on Avon straddles the river and derives its name from “broad ford”.  The textile industry was thriving here for more than six centuries until a change in location for the dyeing of textiles meant the end of many mills in the West Country.  However, Paul Methuen brought a colony of Flemish weavers to the area in order to introduce new and innovative techniques thus reviving the industries.  The quaint town of nearby Corsham is worth a visit.

Today, this picturesque market town is popular with visitors who come to enjoy the honey coloured architecture and interesting shops.  The Tithe Barn is a grand example of a 14th century building and was originally used to store local peasants’ taxes or “tithes”.

PLACES TO VISIT

Georgian City of Bath and Roman Baths
Thermae Spa
Museum of Costume
Corsham Court
The Courts (National Trust) Holt, near BOA
Iford Manor
Lacock
Longleat
Bowood House
The Cotswolds
The American Museum
Lacock – National Trust Village and Abbey (location of Harry Potter)
Castle Combe, quaint Cotswold village

Bradford on Avon Bridge

The Tithe Barn

Roman Baths