The perfect blend of history and adventure
Take in the sheer beauty of Devizes and the wonderful countryside beyond.
Explore our historic town trails with a wander along our wide pedestrianised streets, small alleys and peaceful canal paths.
Devizes History Trail
Devizes Town Trail with its blue plaques tells of people who lived and worked here – and much more besides. Set up in 1967, the Trust for Devizes hosts a website with a wealth of fascinating details about our town.
Want a paper trail? Pick up a printed Town Trail Map from Devizes Books.
Uncover ghostly secrets & bloody history
John Girvan is a tour guide and blacksmith who is perhaps best known as a local historian and creator of the popular Devizes Ghost Walk.
John hosts a variety of local guided walks and illustrated talks and presentations, including the Devizes Heritage Walk.
