SPRING / SUMMER 2005: "TOP TIPS" continued.....

TROWBRIDGE
 - Possibly the biggest event along the Heart of Wessex Line this summer, will be the bi-annual West Wilts Show which takes place from 28th - 30th July inclusive. With over 300 exhibitors with everything from crafts, gardens and outdoor living through to cars, and plenty of music and entertainment for all tastes. More here to tempt you to jump on the train and join in - Trowbridge Town Park is an easy walk from the station.

WESTBURY
 - Discover Westbury this Summer with new guide to help you do just that. It includes all the details you need to find your way around the intriguing historic centre of the town, and how to get there by rail, bus, bike or feet! The Discover Westbury booklet is available free by calling 01225 713446.
When you visit Westbury, the Visitor Centre at 1 High Street is good place to start - phone 01373 825784 to check the latest opening hours.

And if you are a fan of locally brewed real ale get yourself to the Horse and Groom in Alfred Street to discover the results their newly established micro brewery - more details on www.westburyales.com  

FROME
 - The annual Frome Festival goes from strength to strength, and this year there will be 122 events from 1st to 10th July inclusive, with an exciting range of music, theatre, arts exhibitions and even Hidden Gardens in various venues around the town. The Festival's own website is www.fromefestival.co.uk and the Tourist Information centre also has details of the events on www.frometouristinfo.co.uk

YETMINSTER Street Fair is on Saturday 9th July - a very good reason to visit this picturesque Dorset Village, with the little station at its heart. Click on the Yetminster "station" button on the right for more about this charming destination in the lovely Blackmore Vale.

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