GUIDED WALKS

Malmesbury – the ‘Queen of Hilltop Towns’ – is packed with history, sights and stories. You’ll find saints, kings, flying monks, battles, rogues, heroes and heroines, and tigers, around every corner.

The Malmesbury Steeplechase
Guided Walks
Sat 04-Apr, 2026, 2:30 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

The remarkable churches and chapels of Malmesbury.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Malmesbury - Queen of Hilltop Towns - Guided Walks - May
Guided Walks
Thu 07-May, 2026, 2:30 pm - Thu 28-May, 2026, 10:30 am
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Malmesbury is packed with history, sights and stories. You'll find saints, kings, flying monks, battles, rogues, heroes and heroines, and tigers, around every corner.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

In the footsteps of St Aldhelm and Malmesbury’s amazing Anglo-Saxon history - Guided Walk
Guided Walks
Thu 21-May, 2026, 2:30 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Aldhelm is an Anglo-Saxon star, this walk traces his lasting influence

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Malmesbury - Queen of Hilltop Towns - Guided Walks - June
Guided Walks
Thu 04-Jun, 2026, 2:30 pm - Thu 25-Jun, 2026, 10:30 am
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Malmesbury is packed with history, sights and stories. You'll find saints, kings, flying monks, battles, rogues, heroes and heroines, and tigers, around every corner.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

The Malmesbury Pub Crawl - Part 1
Guided Walks
Thu 04-Jun, 2026, 6:45 pm
Adult £7

Great stories of some of Malmesbury's breweries and pubs - with stops!

Start location is TBD and will be announced later

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Malmesbury - Queen of Hilltop Towns - Guided Walks - July
Guided Walks
Thu 02-Jul, 2026, 2:30 pm - Thu 30-Jul, 2026, 10:30 am
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Malmesbury is packed with history, sights and stories. You'll find saints, kings, flying monks, battles, rogues, heroes and heroines, and tigers, around every corner.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Malmesbury, Most Rotten Borough. A tale of bribery, corruption and reform
Guided Walks
Fri 17-Jul, 2026, 7:00 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

A true story, at the places it happened.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Westport’s Hidden Secrets – packed with history, be astounded!
Guided Walks
Sat 18-Jul, 2026, 2:30 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Westport deserves much more attention - find out why!

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Women of Malmesbury - Guided Walk Part 1
Guided Walks
Sat 25-Jul, 2026, 2:30 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Stories of Malmesbury's infuential women, at the places they made history

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

The Malmesbury Pub Crawl - Part 2
Guided Walks
Thu 30-Jul, 2026, 6:45 pm
Adult £7

Great stories of some of Malmesbury's breweries and pubs - with stops!

Start location is TBD and will be announced later

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Malmesbury - Queen of Hilltop Towns - Guided Walks - August
Guided Walks
Sat 01-Aug, 2026, 2:30 pm - Sat 22-Aug, 2026, 10:30 am
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Malmesbury is packed with history, sights and stories. You'll find saints, kings, flying monks, battles, rogues, heroes and heroines, and tigers, around every corner.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Athelstan, the first King of England and Malmesbury - Guided Walk
Guided Walks
Sat 08-Aug, 2026, 2:30 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Why did Athelstan favour Malmesbury and what traces are left behind?

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

Malmesbury - Queen of Hilltop Towns - Guided Walks - September
Guided Walks
Thu 03-Sep, 2026, 2:30 pm - Thu 24-Sep, 2026, 10:30 am
Adult £7, Child £3.50

Malmesbury is packed with history, sights and stories. You'll find saints, kings, flying monks, battles, rogues, heroes and heroines, and tigers, around every corner.

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

The Malmesbury Witch Trials - Guided Walk
Guided Walks
Fri 25-Sep, 2026, 7:00 pm
Adult £7, Child £3.50

In 1672 fourteen Malmesbury residents were accused of witchcraft. Why, and what happened next?

All Guided Walks Around Malmesbury start at Malmesbury Town Hall unless otherwise stated.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Tel: 01666 822 143 or Email: administration@malmesbury.gov.uk

LOCAL NEWS.

Local stories in and around the Malmesbury area to keep you up-to-date.

ATTRACTIONS.

A wonderful place to visit with a wealth of attractions right on the doorstep.

MALMESBURY

MALMESBURY is a vibrant, market town, steeped in history going back to medieval times. Currently home to many famous & popular musical, cultural, and festival events throughout the year, visitors can browse the charming streets with independent retailers, or stop at one of the lively cafes, restaurants, pubs, and bars.

Attractions to visit include the stunning 12th century Malmesbury Abbey, 15th century Market Cross and the Athelstan Museum with a painting of Malmesbury Abbey by JMW Turner. There are also lovely walks along the River Avon.

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CONTACT INFO

Town Hall, Cross Hayes, Malmesbury, Wiltshire SN16 9BZ

The Council Office is open for Council business from 9am until 5pm Monday to Thursday & Friday 9am to 4.30pm, except for Bank Holidays.

Please call us on 01666 822143, or visit our contact page here to contact a specific councillor or member of the council staff directly.