in the Middle Ages the building had a tall central spire... Malmesbury Abbey's founder, Maidulph, died in 675. At this time Aldhelm, a Saxon by birth and related to King Ine of Wessex, took over ...

Seeking a more laid-back environment, we strolled past the historic Market Cross towards the high street, home to an array of cafes and eateries. We opted for the Summer Cafe, renowned for its ...

Only the nave of this once huge abbey remains. A visitor to Malmesbury Abbey will see the tomb of King Athelstan, a 15th Century illuminated Bible, the crest of Henry VII, a breathtaking Norman ...

Inside, it’s a stunningly high ... It’s as if history stopped in Malmesbury once the Normans arrived and built this abbey around an equally impressive Saxon one. The town surely boasts more ...

The town is home to historic gems like Malmesbury Abbey, which at this season is adorned ... Until the resurrection Day." Stepping inside the church unveils magnificent architecture, a charming ...