Wiltshire


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why">WHY?</h2>



<p>This oh-so-pretty town has a hint of Bath, with a less eyewatering price tag. The bunting-strewn high street has starred in numerous dramas, including <em>Poldark</em>, <em>The Suspicions of Mr Whiche</em>r and Disney’s new production of Jilly Cooper’s <em>Rivals</em>. Corsham also has an ever-evolving glut of indies, from bookshops to boutiques and antique shops. Stately home&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corsham-court.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Corsham Court</a>&nbsp;(above) is poised at one end of the high street and houses an impressive fine art collection, while the estate’s parkland offers miles of walking. Corsham Court is also home to the living embodiment of the town’s motif – the peacock. You’ll often spot them sauntering casually through the streets when you shop.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-eat">EAT</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="720" height="480" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2021/09/methuen-terrace-again-720x480.jpg" alt="Methuen Arms" class="wp-image-22891" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2021/09/methuen-terrace-again-720x480.jpg 720w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2021/09/methuen-terrace-again-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2021/09/methuen-terrace-again-768x511.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2021/09/methuen-terrace-again-788x525.jpg 788w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2021/09/methuen-terrace-again.jpg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">The Methuen Arms</figcaption></figure>



<p>Corsham is small but packs a mighty punch when it comes to cafés, restaurants and pubs. We recommend&nbsp;<a href="https://thedeliatcorsham.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Woody’s the Deli</a>&nbsp;on the high street for cheeses, breads and amazing salads, or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/no.3_the_deli/">No 3 The Deli</a>&nbsp;for an excellent flat white. For rustic, relaxed decor and incredible sourdough pizzas, salads and sides, pop into&nbsp;<a href="https://www.motherandwild.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mother &amp; Wild</a>, also on the high street. A stone’s throw from there, you’ll also find&nbsp;<a href="https://butcombe.com/the-methuen-arms-wiltshire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Methuen Arms</a>, which does great food (try the burger), rooms and pretty outdoor spaces where you can while away an afternoon.&nbsp;A short drive out of town takes you to&nbsp;<a href="https://foragewadswick.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Forage Wadswick</a>, a smart country store with shop and café, or&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lowdengardencentre.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lowden Garden Centre</a>. Nip a couple of miles in the other direction and you’ll find a Muddy Award-winning plant-based restaurant,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.harpandcrownpub.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Harp &amp; Crown</a>, whose team also founded the local&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coppershellfarmsanctuary.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Coppershell Animal Sanctuary.</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-shop">SHOP</h2>



<p>If your favourite pastime is pootling around indie emporiums, you’re in for a treat. <a href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/previous-homewares/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Previous</a> is a local fave, offering fabulous homewares, jewellery and clothes, plus children’s toys and gifts. Across the road, you’ll find carefully a curated collection of art and antiques, at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/willowantiquesgallery/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Willow</a>. </p>



<p><a href="https://thecorshamgallery.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Corsham Gallery</a>&nbsp;also showcases emerging and professional artists, while&nbsp;<a href="https://corshambookshop.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Corsham Bookshop</a>&nbsp;is a mecca for bookworms. For clothes,&nbsp;we defy you not to leave&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ampersandboutique.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ampersand</a>&nbsp;without something new, or head to&nbsp;<a href="https://coppinsofcorsham.co.uk/">Coppins of Corsham</a>&nbsp;for high-quality handmade jewellery. It’s a family-based operation with a workshop on site, where they also do repairs. If it’s flowers you’re after, you won’t find better than <a href="https://www.theodorasflowers.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Theodora’s</a>, an independent florist on the high street.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-health-amp-wellbeing">HEALTH &amp; WELLBEING</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2024/08/Yoga-Pixabay.jpg" alt="yoga" class="wp-image-34048" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2024/08/Yoga-Pixabay.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2024/08/Yoga-Pixabay-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2024/08/Yoga-Pixabay-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></figure>



<p>Springfield Leisure Centre is a hive of activity, with a 25m pool, gym and impressive array of classes. For Pilates, head to Precision Pilates, where you’ll find everything from reformer to dynamic classes. The town has a well-respected <a href="https://www.porchsurgery.nhs.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GP</a> too, and two private dental surgeries, <a href="https://clovehousedental.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Clove House</a> and <a href="https://www.auroradentalclinic.co.uk/locations/private-dentist-corsham/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Aurora.</a> You’re well covered if you’re after a spot of pampering too – <a href="https://www.thymelaserandbeauty.co.uk/our-skincare-treatments/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Thyme</a> offers everything from microneedling to laser hair removal, while <a href="https://www.bodyandsoulcorsham.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Body &amp; Soul</a> specialises in Elemis treatments. Keen runner? The annual Corsham 10K is always a sell-out, and has a great atmosphere.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-community">COMMUNITY</h2>



<p>You’ll find tons to keep the kids busy here, including a popular <a href="https://www.corshamgymnasticsacademy.com/soft-play-gymnastics" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">gymnastics centre</a>. As well as a climbing wall, swimming and trampolining, Springfield has an excellent playground, skate park and BMX track. <a href="https://poundarts.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pound Arts</a> offers a packed programme of child-friendly creative workshops and shows, plus there’s plenty on offer for adults too. <a href="https://corshamrunningclub.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Corsham Running Club</a> meets twice a week, plus the town’s <a href="http://www.corshamhockey.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">hockey</a> and <a href="https://www.corshamcc.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cricket</a> clubs are hugely popular with adults and younger players alike.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-nearby-attractions">NEARBY ATTRACTIONS</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="667" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/06/Middlewick-1000x667.jpeg" alt="Middlewick House Corsham " class="wp-image-31175" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/06/Middlewick-1000x667.jpeg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/06/Middlewick-800x533.jpeg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/06/Middlewick-768x512.jpeg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/06/Middlewick-788x525.jpeg 788w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/06/Middlewick.jpeg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Middlewick House</figcaption></figure>



<p>Corsham Court makes a stunning place for a stomp &#8211; saunter down to the pretty lake, or use the parkland as a launchpad and explore the fields for miles around. Once a year,&nbsp;Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason throws open the gardens of his impressive home, Middlewick House, for charity. The two-day event gives locals a chance to nose around the grounds and ogle at his epic collection of classic cars. There are tons of stalls too, selling everything from luxury candles to plants and locally made gelato.</p>



<p>Nearby, you’ll find the pretty villages of Neston, Box, Lacock and Atworth. Bath is a half hour drive away, while&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bowood.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Bowood Estate</a>&nbsp;&#8211; think woodland walks, adventure playground, golf and spa – is just 25 mins in the other direction.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-culture">CULTURE</h2>



<p><a href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/pound-arts/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Pound</a>&nbsp;is a welcoming and vibrant arts venue with a 100-seat auditorium, exhibition space and cafe bar. They also have an active youth theatre with groups from ages 4 to 25, plus classes, courses and workshops covering everything from music to ceramics, paper quilling to Lego building. Look out for their special ‘School’s Out’ activities during school holidays too. Also, do check out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.peacockartstrail.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Peacock Arts Trail</a>&nbsp;which happens bi-annually and sees over 70&nbsp;sculptors, painters, photographers, jewellery makers and textile artists throw open their studio doors for free.&nbsp;For festive vibes, Corsham’s annual Christmas light switch-on is always a hit – the pretty high street is lined with stalls and music. There’s also a monthly craft fair, <a href="https://www.corshamcreativemarket.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Corsham Creative Market</a>, plus the odd food fair too. &nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-average-house-price">AVERAGE HOUSE PRICE</h2>



<p>Properties in Corsham have an overall average price of £355,416. Detached homes sell for an average price of £508,833, while terraced properties sell for an average of £271,870. Semis fetch on average £353,723.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hot-property">HOT PROPERTY</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1200" height="800" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/10/0f158f43-7675-4546-9f58-bb699a646e6e-0.jpg" alt="Box, Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13
United Kingdom Knight Frank" class="wp-image-34320" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/10/0f158f43-7675-4546-9f58-bb699a646e6e-0.jpg 1200w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/10/0f158f43-7675-4546-9f58-bb699a646e6e-0-800x533.jpg 800w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/10/0f158f43-7675-4546-9f58-bb699a646e6e-0-1000x667.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wilts/wp-content/uploads/sites/19/2023/10/0f158f43-7675-4546-9f58-bb699a646e6e-0-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Long for an Aga? This 4-bed hilltop house, just outside Corsham, has a country kitchen, beams and open fires. <a href="https://www.knightfrank.co.uk/properties/residential/for-sale/box-corsham-wiltshire-sn13/bth012412075" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">On the market with Knight Frank for £1.1m</a>.</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-nurseries">NURSERIES</h2>



<p><a href="https://www.snapdragonsnursery.com/corsham" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snapdragons&nbsp;Nursery</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/littlewillowsdaynursery" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Little Willows Day Nurseries</a>&nbsp;are both in the town, as is&nbsp;<a href="https://www.heywoodprep.com/heywood-nursery/">Heywood Prep Nursery</a>. A 10 min drive takes you to&nbsp;<a href="https://thepowerofplay.co.uk/nestonfarm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Neston Farm Children’s Nursery,</a>&nbsp;which is set an idyllic rural local, with its own wood.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-schools"><strong>SCHOOLS</strong></h2>



<p><a href="https://www.heywoodprep.com/">Heywood Prep</a>&nbsp;is a lovely, happy school in the heart of the town. State schools are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corshamprimary.co.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Corsham Primary</a>, which is set across two sites, and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.corsham.wilts.sch.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The Corsham School</a>. Many of the surrounding independent senior schools run buses from Corsham, including&nbsp;<a href="https://wilts.muddystilettos.co.uk/kids/national-school-reviews/dauntseys-school/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Dauntsey’s</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://westonbirt.org/">Westonbirt</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gdst.net/school/royal-high-school-bath/">The Royal High</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kingswood.bath.sch.uk/">Kingswood</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.priorparkcollege.com/admissions">Prior Park</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-best-kept-secret">BEST KEPT SECRET</h2>



<p>Queen Camilla used to live right here in Corsham.&nbsp;Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason bought Middlewick House from the Queen back in 1995.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-commute">COMMUTE</h2>



<p>It’s a 15-min drive to Chippenham Station, which runs regular trains direct to London Paddington (just over an hour), Bath and Bristol. London takes just over 2hrs.</p>



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