VERDICT: WE GAVE 4 OUT OF 5 TICKETS AND HERE’S WHY!
Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire, England.
It is a captivating blend of medieval cloisters, Tudor history, and peaceful parkland and one of Wiltshire’s true gems.
Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire, England, founded in the early 13th century. Its atmospheric interiors became famous worldwide as filming locations for Harry Potter, with several scenes shot in the ancient corridors and sacristy. Whether you come for the history, the gardens, or the movie magic, Lacock Abbey is a place where England’s past feels wonderfully alive.
It’s a tiny, beautiful village of only 4 streets… so peaceful & picturesque. Nowadays there’s The Stables café and the Courtyard Tea Rooms to welcome you for refreshments, while the High Street Shop stocks a wide range of gifts & souvenirs. But there’s more!
Food + drink
Lacock Bakery on Church Street has the delicious aroma of freshly made bakes & cakes wafting into the street. Lacock Village Shop & Deli on High Street carries homemade sweet & savoury snacks, locally sourced meat, veg & dairy + interesting food & drink.
The Red Lion on High Street serves lunch, dinner + offers a place to stay. They have indoor seating but also a large outdoor space. They even host seasonal events! Sign of the Angel on Church Street is an Inn + had a 2 AA Rosette restaurant. The George Inn on West Street is a 14th century pub & inn.
Shopping
Quintessentially English on West Street displays artisanal soaps, candles & locally produced gifts. Coco Chemistry in the Yard behind West Street tempts with luxury chocolate & gift hampers. Barty’s Little Eco Shop in the Yard behind West Street has upcycled & recycled gifts + craft kits! OLIV on East Street has amazing luxury scents for the home. Watling Goldsmiths on East Street shares their handmade jewellery made right there in Lacock. Wiltshire Crafts on Church Street has neat locally made crafts. Aura Beauty on Church Street performs beauty treatments.
There’s an adorable second hand book store that helps support important conservation projects at the abbey with any purchases you make.
Lacock Abbey’s peaceful garden is a perfect place to relax. Discover the Botanic Garden, greenhouse, orchard & woodland along with the sounds of nature at this green natural setting. There were many people enjoying the grounds, walking, and plenty of photography going on. You can look up on their website about their suggestions for bringing your dog.
Lacock village is a favourite for film & TV producers, most notably for its picturesque streets & historic cottages, untouched by modern alterations.
The village’s most famous appearances include:
- Downton Abbey, the BBC’s Pride and Prejudice & Cranford.
- The films Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince & Wolfman were also filmed there.
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