News and events

New young adult novel set to launch in WHSmith Salisbury

05 February 2020

A new young adult novel, titled The Firestone, is set to launch in WHSmith Salisbury ​on Saturday 22nd February (10am-3pm). The author, Francesca Tyer, has recently moved to the area and The Firestone is her debut novel. It has been published by Authors Reach LTD, a selective publishing house based in Wiltshire.

Four top internationally acclaimed cityscape artists exhibit in Salisbury

04 February 2020

Gallery 21 has revealed it's next major event, set to take place from Saturday 22nd February to Sunday 8th March.

Edward Twohig's 'Recent Prints from Wiltshire and Italy' collection receives interest from the British Museum

04 February 2020

​Marlborough College is delighted that the amazing collection of ‘Recent Prints from Wiltshire and Italy’ created by Edward Twohig, has caught the expert eye of Jennifer Ramakalawon, keeper of prints in the Prints & Drawings Department of the British Museum.

Waste Free Feb challenge kicks off in Wiltshire

29 January 2020

Wiltshire has some of the most wildlife-rich places in the UK and the Wiltshire Wildlife Trust needs your help to make sure it stays that way.

Salisbury and South Wiltshire set to see an increase in international tourism in 2020 from the Great West Way

29 January 2020

South Wiltshire is due to benefit from a substantial growth in international visitors in 2020 and beyond, due to increased numbers travelling along the Great West Way.

Get involved in shaping the future of forest management at Savernake Forest

28 January 2020

100 years - a lifetime to us, but just a moment in the life of a forest. ​

Wiltshire Creative reveals the Salisbury Playhouse and Arts Centre 2020 Spring season

27 January 2020

Wiltshire Creative brings together Salisbury Playhouse, Salisbury Arts Centre and Salisbury International Arts Festival. Tickets on general sale from Friday 17 January 2020

Residents to have their say on shaping Salisbury’s future

27 January 2020

Residents and local businesses are being asked for their views on two important projects in Salisbury.

Linking the army with countryside

17 January 2020

A recent BBC Points West report features a former Wiltshire army officer, who is helping ex-military staff to find new career opportunities in the countryside.

National Trust launches Stourhead dog-walking club

16 January 2020

​On 21st January, National Trust Stourhead ⁦‪@ntstourhead‬⁩ launches a monthly dog-walking club for dogs and their two-legged friends. Led by volunteers, the social club runs on the third Tuesday of every month from 9.30am.