Towns & cities · South West England
Lacock
Lacock — village and civil parish in the county of Wiltshire, England.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–6 h
- Nearest railway station
- Melksham · 4.0 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Lacock is located in Wiltshire, South East England, with the postcode SN15. The nearest railway station is Melksham, which is 4 km away. Entry to the town is free.
About
Lacock is a town, city, village or settlement in the United Kingdom. Recent population estimates put it at around 1,000 people. Address: SN15. Wikidata describes it as: "village and civil parish in the county of Wiltshire, England". Coordinates: 51.4125°, -2.1183°.
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Official information
Lacock is a picturesque village known for its historical significance and charming architecture. Visitors can explore the village's quaint streets, local community orchard, and participate in various community activities.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Cotswolds
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
Lacock is a village and civil parish in the county of Wiltshire, England, about 3 miles (5 km) south of the town of Chippenham, and about 3.7 miles (6.0 km) outside the Cotswolds area. The village is owned almost in its entirety by the National Trust and attracts many visitors by virtue of its unspoiled appearance. The parish includes Bowden Hill, a small village 1 mile (1.6 km) to the east of Lacock, and the hamlets of Bewley Common, Notton and Reybridge. The Chippenham–Melksham section of the A350 primary route crosses the parish from north to south, as does the River Avon. A scarecrow festival is held annually in Lacock and is popular with visitors from the local area. All funds raised are donated to Lacock Primary School.
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Background
History
Lacock is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, with a population of 160–190; with two mills and a vineyard. Lacock Abbey was founded on the manorial lands by Ela, Countess of Salisbury and established in 1232; and the village – with the manor – formed its endowment to "God and St Mary". Lacock was granted a market and developed a thriving woollen industry during the Middle Ages. Reybridge, and a packhorse ford, remained the only crossing points of the River Avon until the 18th century. At the dissolution, the Abbey and estate, including the village, were sold to William Sharington, later passing into the Talbot family by marriage. The Lacock estate was home to photography pioneer Henry…
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- Coordinates
- 51.4125, -2.1183
- District
- Wiltshire
- Parish
- Lacock
- Postcode
- SN15
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chippenham
- Population
- 1,000
- Nearest railway station
- Melksham — 4 km
- Official site
- www.lacockparishcouncil.gov.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q1230765 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Lacock (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Lacock UK-High Street.jpeg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Lacock is a village in South East England with a population of approximately 1,000. Our guide lists N attractions within reach.
At a glance
- Population
- 1,000
- Constituency
- Chippenham
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Things to see in Lacock
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📷 5Historic houses · South West England
Cantax House
Cantax House — house in Lacock, Wiltshire, England, UK.
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Chamberlain's House
Chamberlain's House — house in Lacock, Wiltshire, England, UK.
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Congregational Chapel
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Corsham Court
Corsham Court — Grade I listed English country house in Wiltshire, England, UK.
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Easton House
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King John's Hunting Lodge
King John's Hunting Lodge — house in Lacock, Wiltshire, England, UK.
★ Iconic📷 5Abbeys & priories · South West England
Lacock Abbey
Lacock Abbey — abbey in Wiltshire, England, UK.
Flagship📷 5Abbeys & priories · South West England
Lacock Abbey monastery
Lacock Abbey monastery — monastery founded at Lacock, in the county of Wiltshire in England.
📷 5Cemeteries · South West England
Ladbrook Lane Cemetery
Ladbrook Lane Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Cemeteries · South West England
Ladbrook Lane Cemetery
Ladbrook Lane Cemetery is a cemetery in the United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic houses · South West England
The Corner House
The Corner House — house in Lacock, Wiltshire, England, UK.
📷 5Forests & woodlands · South West England
Vincients Wood
Vincients Wood is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.
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Vincients Wood
Vincients Wood — nature reserve in Wiltshire, England, UK.
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War Memorial
War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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War Memorial
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Cloister
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St Cyriac's Church, Lacock
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Hungerford Almshouses
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Lacock Abbey monastery
Lacock Abbey monastery — monastery founded at Lacock, in the county of Wiltshire in England.
★ Iconic📷 5Abbeys & priories · South West England
Lacock Abbey
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📷 4Cathedrals · South West England
Lacock Abbey
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Fox Talbot Museum
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📷 5Memorials & monuments · South West England
The Columns, North Of Drive To Lacock Abbey
The Columns, North Of Drive To Lacock Abbey — Grade II listed building-listed memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lacock?
- Lacock is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode SN15), in the parish of Lacock.
- What is Lacock?
- Lacock — village and civil parish in the county of Wiltshire, England.
- How do I get to Lacock?
- The nearest railway station is Melksham, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode SN15.
- Is Lacock a protected site?
- Yes — Lacock is part of the Cotswolds National Landscape (AONB).
- Is Lacock free to visit?
- Yes, Lacock is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lacock?
- The nearest railway station is Melksham, about 4.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SN15.