Time to plan your visit to the
Vale of Pewsey!

Discover Pewsey Vale
Our new online planner is now available on our website - Discover Pewsey Vale!
There are currently two itineraries based on walking holidays - Kennet & Avon Canal and Mid-Wilts Way.  Also included in this is a series of one-day itineraries for those days off from walking or if you are just staying for a day or two - Experience the Vale, or go further afield and Explore Beyond the Vale.
Lots of ideas, together with information on where to stay and where to eat - we hope you enjoy planning your visit.

We are now heading into autumn with all the joys that this beautiful season brings - cooler days (ideal for walking particularly with dogs), the changing colours of the hedgerows, as well as West Woods and Savernake Forest, and the pleasure of log fires, good food and local beer in country pubs.  The Vale has it all.
With plenty of things to do and events going on across the Vale we look forward to welcoming you this autumn.
For ideas on where to stay, have a look at our video or browse through our website.
We hope you enjoy this month's news and views from the Vale of Pewsey!

A sighting of the rare Pigemu in Wilton!


With the body of a pig and the head of an emu, the pigemu was recently photographed by a walker passing through the village of Wilton on one of our walks!
Of course just it was just down to timing of the shot, but Blossom the pig lives with her emu friends at Manor Farm in Wilton, where you can choose from three wonderful places to stay - Lyde Cottage, Pots & Pigs and Swallows' Nest. 
You might see the gang when you do the Wilton Windmill walk or the Great Bedwyn & The Brails walk - often in a paddock just a few yards from The Swan Inn.

Outdoor Foodie Market is taking a short break
The monthly Outdoor Foodie Market at Woodborough Yard will be taking a break, so won't be on in October and November.
However, there will be a Christmas Market - the date has yet to be confirmed and will be updated on our social media and in our newsletter as soon as it's available.
All the businesses in Woodborough Yard are of course open as normal, with plenty of gift ideas for the festive season - visit the shops and cafes in this lovely setting.  Free and convenient parking too!

Thursday 14^th October in Hungerford
Tuesday 16^th November in Devizes

Join Ashley at WALX Wessex to learn to Nordic walk.  It's a great, fun way to keep fit and enjoy the glorious countryside.  Ashley organises fantastic walks over all sorts of terrain - and there's often a refreshment stop on the way!

“Along the Way, Vale of Pewsey” Oil on Panel 60x80cm  RICHARD GOWER
McNeill Gallery of Contemporary Art
Market Place
Pewsey
Time & Tide - Land & Waterscape Exhibition 2021
Introducing Three New Exciting artists
Running from 15th October to 29th October at the gallery

Woodbridge Milkshake Club - Something for the Kids!
Milkshake Club at The Woodbridge Inn on Tuesdays to Fridays from 3pm-6pm.
Each child has a loyalty card and lanyard, followed by a free milkshake on their 6th stamp - they also have non dairy milkshakes available.
Activities include colouring, drawing or even fun in the play park!
Join The Woodbridge for a milkshake and a cookie.

Wood Fired Pizza Night at Gastro Nicks in Collingbourne Ducis
Sourdough thin crust base
October's Menu
5.00 – 7.30  Every Friday

PLEASE Pre-order on 01264 852701 and you will be given a time slot to avoid a queue
Nick and Jane have the capacity to cook 50 pizzas + prepare any that are for home cooking

The pizzas can be cooked or prepared for you to cook at home
ALL pizzas will be TAKE AWAY unless by prior arrangement

The monthly charity quiz is back at The Ship in Upavon!
On the fourth Sunday every month from 7.30pm.  Teams of up to 6 people.  £2.50 per head.
Booking advised as it is very popular!
Call 01980 630313 to book.

Marlborough Dark Skies Fest
Wiltshire Local Aviation History
Craft Fair at Bouverie Hall
Quiz Night at The Crown Inn Bishops Cannings