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Lacock

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Lacock

Lacock works well as a base: 5 minutes from Whitley, 17km from Roman Baths, Bath.

Lacock is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 320, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Lacock sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Lacock to your route.

About Lacock

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

Read more 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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Where is Lacock located?

Lacock is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.4153 latitude, -2.1219 longitude.

What is the population of Lacock?

Lacock has a population of approximately 320 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
320
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.4153, -2.1219

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Lacock

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Castle Combe Circuit

A charming Wiltshire circuit in a picturesque Cotswolds village, one of England's oldest operational racing venues.

11 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Castle Combe

A film-set medieval village of honey cottages with no visible modern intrusions, often called England's prettiest village.

11 km · about 20 min drive

ancient ruins

Roman Baths, Bath

Remarkably preserved Roman bathing complex fed by Britain's only natural hot springs, surrounded by elegant Georgian architecture.

17 km · about 20 min drive

ancient ruins

Avebury Stone Circle

Largest prehistoric stone circle in the world, enclosing an entire village and considered by many to be more atmospheric than Stonehenge.

19 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Stonehenge

Mysterious prehistoric stone circle dating back 5,000 years on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire.

33 km · about 40 min drive

bridge

Clifton Suspension Bridge

Isambard Kingdom Brunel's iconic 1864 suspension bridge soaring 75m above the Avon Gorge at Bristol, still carrying traffic and glowing with lights after dark.

35 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Stourhead

One of the world's finest landscape gardens with a magnificent lake, classical temples and a stunning Palladian mansion in Wiltshire.

37 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Bibury

Charming Cotswolds village famously described by William Morris as the most beautiful village in England, home to the iconic Arlington Row.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Lacock

  • 35 kmClifton Suspension BridgeIsambard Kingdom Brunel's iconic 1864 suspension bridge soaring 75m above the Avon Gorge at Bristol, still carrying traffic and glowing with lights after dark.
  • 47 kmCheddar Gorge ViewpointEngland's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, offering jaw-dropping views from several pull-off points along the winding road.
  • 50 kmDevil's PulpitA narrow limestone pinnacle perched above the Wye Valley near Tintern Abbey, offering a dizzying view down through the forest canopy.
  • 60 kmSymonds Yat RockA famous viewpoint 504 feet above the River Wye, where peregrine falcons nest and the river performs a dramatic horseshoe bend.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Lacock.

Whitley

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km awayPop. 2,436

Corsham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 13,369

Melksham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 19,357

Chippenham

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 35,800

Neston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

5 km awayPop. 15,352

Atworth

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

6 km awayPop. 1,920

Biddestone

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km awayPop. 498

Bremhill

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8 km away

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