What's Nearby
If you're staying with us and exploring the area, there's loads to see and do in around Whitchurch.
Here's just a few of the most popular places to visit, but we're always here to guide you in the right direction!
The Bombay Sapphire Distillery
2 miles
A must see for gin-fans! Discover the artistry and heritage behind Bombay Sapphire at their state-of-the-art distillery, set astride the banks of the crystal clear River Test. Go behind the scenes and discover how they infuse ten exotic botanicals from around the world into their popular gin - then pop back to our bar to continue tasting!
Highclere Castle
7 miles
The famous setting for the worldwide hit TV series Downton Abbey is only 15 minutes drive away. But be quick, they are closing the castle soon to film another Downton film!
Whitchurch Silk Mill
1/4 mile
Right on our doorstep is the historic Whitchurch Silk Mill, the oldest silk mill in the country still weaving in its original building. Dating from 1815, the restored
water wheel still drives the winding machinery on the top floor of the mill and silk fabric is woven on historic looms. Watch the looms and waterwheel in
operation, see various changing exhibitions, visit the café and shop, and feed the ducks on the river.
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Fantastic for walkers
Whitchurch literary connection to Watership Down attracts hundreds of visitors every year, plus there are fabulous walking opportunities along the River Test and the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on our border.
Historic Winchester is just 12 miles
Salisbury can be reached by train in just 40 minutes
London is 1 hour by train
