Ideas For Rainy Days in Wiltshire

We all know that British weather isn’t always renowned for being good but don’t let the rainy days stop you exploring Wiltshire, we’ve put together a handy guide of ideas for rainy days…

See conservation in action

Take a trip to The Merchant’s House on Marlborough’s High Street and see conservation in action. Find out more about the lifestyle of Thomas Bayly, the original owner of the house, and a prosperous silk mercer and learn about the conservation techniques in place to restore this impressive house.

Crack the codes in one of our Escape Rooms

Are you clever enough to find the clues and solve the mystery at an Escape Room in Wiltshire? A great activity for a group of people and perfect for a rainy day.

Enjoy a spot of retail therapy

Head to one of our indoor shopping centres including McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Swindon or Cross Keys Shopping Centre in Salisbury and treat yourself to something special.

Improve your culinary skills

Hone those culinary skills on a trip to one of our cookery schools. Courses for all different levels are available and learn about different types of food from traditional British through to Spanish, Indian and more.

Sample some local ales

Join in on a tour of the famous Wadworth Brewery in Devizes and learn about the history and traditions of this brewery.

Explore Wiltshire's Museums

The majority of our museums are indoors allowing you to escape the rain outside! Come and learn about our archaeological history at the Wiltshire Museum in Devizes or the Salisbury Museum. Get up close to aeroplanes at Boscombe Down Aviation Collection or hop aboard some locomotives at STEAM – Museum of the Great Western Railway in Swindon or see classic cars at the Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum in Calne.

Catch up on the latest blockbusters and see live screenings

Head to Trowbridge to see the latest blockbusters and live screenings at The Odeon Cinema. You can also enjoy live screenings of ballet, opera and more at Wiltshire Music Centre in Bradford on Avon.

Book yourself onto a spa break

Relax in one of our spa hotels, whether for a short break or on a day spa visit you’ll soon forget about the rain outside!