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Pewsey

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Pewsey

Pewsey is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Huish, 12km from Avebury Stone Circle.

Pewsey is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 3,634, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Pewsey 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 Pewsey to your route.

About Pewsey

Pewsey is a village and civil parish at the centre of the Vale of Pewsey in Wiltshire, about 6 miles (10 km) south of Marlborough and 71 miles (114 km) west-southwest of London. It is within reach of the M4 motorway and the A303 and is served by Pewsey railway station on the Reading to Taunton line. The parish

Read more includes the settlements of Kepnal to the east, Pewsey Wharf (on the Kennet and Avon Canal) to the north, Sharcott to the west, and Southcott on the south-east.

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Pewsey offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Pewsey located?

Pewsey is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.3385 latitude, -1.7654 longitude.

What is the population of Pewsey?

Pewsey has a population of approximately 3,634 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
3,634
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.3385, -1.7654

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 Pewsey

8 notable places within an hour's 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.

12 km · about 20 min drive

racetrack

Thruxton Circuit

The fastest circuit in the UK, a former airfield in Hampshire with high-speed sweeping corners that test car and driver to the limit.

18 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Stonehenge

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

18 km · about 20 min drive

cathedral

Salisbury Cathedral

Masterpiece of Early English Gothic architecture boasting Britain's tallest spire at 123 metres and housing the finest surviving Magna Carta.

31 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Castle Combe Circuit

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

36 km · about 40 min drive

landmark

Castle Combe

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

36 km · about 40 min drive

racetrack

Gurston Down Motorsport Hillclimb

A 1,000-yard chalk downland hillclimb in Wiltshire with a fearsome uphill Karousel corner, run by enthusiasts since 1967 and one of the best places in Britain to watch sprint cars up close.

37 km · about 40 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.

42 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Pewsey

  • 61 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.
  • 69 kmCheddar Gorge ViewpointEngland's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, offering jaw-dropping views from several pull-off points along the winding road.
  • 75 kmDevil's PulpitA narrow limestone pinnacle perched above the Wye Valley near Tintern Abbey, offering a dizzying view down through the forest canopy.

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 Pewsey.

Huish

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

4 km away

Woodborough

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5 km awayPop. 292

Burbage

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7 km awayPop. 1,772

Rushall

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km away

Wilsford

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7 km away

Collingbourne Kingston

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 511

Fyfield

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km away

Marlborough

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9 km awayPop. 8,395

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