Melksham: Castles, baths and more stones

This week, we continued dropping into nearby communities and sites.

Farleigh Hungerford Castle

We started with a visit to the medieval Farleigh Hungerford Castle, 14th century ruins in Somerset, which borders Wiltshire, where we are staying.

Avebury

Avebury henge and stone circle and Stonehenge (see Melksham: Sticks and stones), together, form a World Heritage Site. Originally built more than 4,000 years ago, the Avebury stone circle is the largest in Britain.

Bath

With the help of a kind neighbour (who looked in on the dogs we are caring for) we managed a day trip to Bath. We took the bus right from Melksham, heeding warnings that there is no parking to be had in Bath. The bus trip made for a relaxing transport for Ken, who is usually focused on maneuvering through roundabouts instead of the surroundings.

Bradford-on-Avon

On another day, we returned to Bradford-on-Avon sans dogs so we could wander in the village.

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TripBits

• Farleigh Hungerford Castle: £5.20/adult (concession price at age 60, free with English Heritage membership).
• Avebury Henge: Free to wander through.
• Bus from Melksham to Bath: £13 for both of us for an all-day pass.
• Roman Baths, Bath: £15.50/adult (concession price at age 65).
• Bath Abbey: Recommended donation of £4/person.