Things to do near The George Inn
Lacock is a picture-perfect National Trust village in Wiltshire, famous for its unspoilt charm and historic character. With its medieval cottages, half-timbered houses, and winding streets, it has often been used as a filming location for period dramas and films, including Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. At the heart of the village lies Lacock Abbey, founded in the 13th century and later home to photography pioneer William Henry Fox Talbot. Today, Lacock is a favourite destination for visitors from around the world, offering a rare glimpse into centuries of English history.
Perfectly placed for exploring, Lacock is just a short drive from the Georgian city of Bath and the beautiful Bowood Estate, making it an ideal stop on any Wiltshire adventure.
Lacock Abbey
What do an Augustinian abbey, the home of a Tudor rogue, a Gothic ruin, Britain’s birthplace of photography, a highly popular filming location and flourishing community have in common? Take a short walk from our pub to the remarkable stone walls and pristine grounds of Lacock Abbey for your answer. It may have hosted many visitors across 800 years, but new ones – human and four-legged alike – are always welcome.
Bowood House
Home to the Lansdowne family since 1754, when it was first purchased by the 1st Earl of Shelburne, Bowood House hosts nearly 300 years’ worth of valuable art, antiques, and artefacts in elegant state rooms. With over 100 acres of grounds to explore, and events and activities for the whole family throughout the year, you’ll never be short of a reason to visit.
Jane Austen Centre
It is a truth universally acknowledged that the Jane Austen Centre is a literature lover’s dream. Located in the beautiful city of Bath, the setting for her two famous novels Persuasion and Northanger Abbey, fans of the prolific author’s work can take a step into her life and creations, with costumes, delicious Regency food, and even writing with a quill pen and ink, if you feel inspired.
The Fox Talbot Museum
We’ve certainly come a long way when it comes to capturing memories , and we can thank Victorian polymath and pioneer William Henry Fox Talbot for that. Inspired by the creator of the earliest photographic negative, the Fox Talbot Museum offers a fascinating insight into the birth of photography and the curious chemistry behind Talbot’s creations, along with a programme of photography exhibitions. It will certainly give you something to think about next time you’re taking a selfie.
