Visit Devizes

Visit Devizes Discover the beauty & mystery of Wiltshire’s ancient lands. Our town has always been a springboard for the curious traveller.

We’ve the Wiltshire Museum, a 29 lock canal flight, medieval alleys, a white horse, independent shops & eateries & nearby World Heritage sites at Stonehenge, Avebury, Georgian Bath & Salisbury. We are known for our warm welcome and love to show off this historic market town and stunning countryside to inquisitive visitors. Rich history, local traditions, and a warm community spirit come together t

o create a unique place we’re proud to share with you. Our handsome town is the perfect base for exploring the beauty and mystery of our beautiful natural landscape, our waterways, and nearby ancient monuments, towns and cities. From hidden medieval corners and alleys to Georgian elegance – come and experience what makes Devizes so special. While you're staying, wander rolling chalk downs and visit the stone circles at Stonehenge and Avebury. Discover the elegance of nearby World Heritage sites of Georgian Bath and Salisbury.

"OYEZ! OYEZ! OYEZ! Good people of Devizes (and elsewhere) listen and give ear!After a long, hot, summer, autumn is waiti...
29/08/2026

"OYEZ! OYEZ! OYEZ! Good people of Devizes (and elsewhere) listen and give ear!

After a long, hot, summer, autumn is waiting in the wings. But …Devizes isn’t quite ready to go into winter quietly! This September, our town is seeing out the summer with music, food, theatre, history and, above all… COLOUR AND JOY!"
𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑟𝑙𝑜𝑡𝑡𝑒 𝐻𝑜𝑤𝑎𝑟𝑑, 𝐷𝑒𝑣𝑖𝑧𝑒𝑠 𝑇𝑜𝑤𝑛 𝐶𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑟.

Read Charlotte's full proclamation post on our blog: www.visitdevizes.org.uk/blog

Marylin image ©BBC Wiltshire

27/08/2026

The fabulous Trust for Devizes has co-ordinated our 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝟭𝟮𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 and boy do we have a great set of venues for you to discover.

𝐹𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑠𝑚𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑠𝑡...
- our listed K6 red telephone box and The Pour House
𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑙𝑎𝑟𝑔𝑒𝑠𝑡...
- the stunning and rarely open St Mary Devizes, Devizes, St John and the labyrinth that is Wiltshire Museum with its multitudinous nooks and crannies, not to mention its amazing collections of neolithic and more recent items.

Also taking part are
The Wharf Theatre Town Hall, Devizes St James' Church, Devizes Kennet and Avon Canal Trust The Masonic Hall / Brownston House / 6 St. John's Alley / Devizes & District Club / K6 Telephone Kiosk, Chequers

More details on the full list of all the venues taking part are on the Heritage Open Days website: www.heritageopendays.org.uk/whats-on.html - search for Devizes

Well, this is something we can certainly vouch for. Come and visit to see for yourself... you'll get a warm welcome!
27/08/2026

Well, this is something we can certainly vouch for. Come and visit to see for yourself... you'll get a warm welcome!

This comes as no surprise

27/08/2026
22/08/2026

𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟱𝘁𝗵 :: 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗦 - 𝟲.𝟭𝟬𝗽𝗺 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲𝘁.

🪇🥁🎺Full of energy, this full-on community event attracts many visitors. The streets will come alive as local groups, organisations, businesses and performers come together to celebrate everything that makes our town so special.

Whether you are a regular Carnival supporter or attending for the first time, it is a great opportunity to come along, cheer on the participants and celebrate everything that makes this town special.

🕺💃𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲𝗽𝗺 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝟵𝗽𝗺. Entry is free, but tickets are required and spaces are limited. Tickets will be available on a first come, first served basis. Tickets are available here: www.ticketsource.com/devizes-town-council-events
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There is also still time for groups, organisations and individuals to get involved and be part of this year’s procession. Register your interest here: [email protected] or use the link in the comments ⬇

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C/o The Town Hall, St. John's Street
Devizes
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