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Malmesbury
One day covers the Abbey, Market Cross and Museum; add a night if you want a relaxed evening in a historic hotel.
Malmesbury is a small Cotswold market town with a medieval abbey, market cross and museum. Its sights cluster in the centre, so a half‑day walk hits the highlights; a night lets you enjoy a historic inn and evening stroll.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- GBP
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (short daylight, some attractions close early)
- Airport
- BRS
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 8Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Neither the UK nor Ireland is part of Schengen: days spent here do not count towards the 90/180-day Schengen limit, and a Schengen visa does not admit you to either country.
- Britain and Ireland ↗The island of Ireland runs on two currencies: euro in the Republic, pound sterling in Northern Ireland and Great Britain. Carry a card that pays in both without fees.
- Britain and Ireland ↗Both islands drive on the left. Speed limits are in miles per hour in the UK (including Northern Ireland) and in kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.
- United Kingdom ↗Most visitors who do not need a UK visa now need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travelling; this includes EU nationals. Irish citizens are exempt. Check the UK government site for your passport.
- United Kingdom ↗The UK is outside the EU and the Schengen area; a Schengen visa is not valid for the UK.
- United Kingdom ↗Driving is on the left; London has congestion and emissions charges for most vehicles, so do not drive in the city.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Malmesbury999 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Malmesbury, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the pound sterling (GBP, £).United Kingdom-wide
- SIM or eSIMEE, Vodafone (merged with Three in 2025) and O2 run the networks; prepaid SIMs sell in supermarkets, phone shops and airport vending machines…United Kingdom-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere.United Kingdom-wide
- TippingcheckRestaurant with table service: 10–12.5% if no service charge is on the bill; check before adding more.United Kingdom-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United Kingdom-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for traffic on A429 and keep valuables secure on buses.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets are scarce and some charge 50p–£1 (≈ US$2) or are card-only.United Kingdom-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police · 999 Medical
- Sundays & holidaysShops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 or 11:00–16:00 or 17:00).Shops in England and Wales open six hours on Sundays (usually 10:00 AM or 11:00 AM–4:00 PM or 5:00 PM).United Kingdom-wide
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- AirportBRS Bristol Airport.
- Getting aroundTown centre is walkable; local bus (Andybus, Ad‑Rains) links to Swindon, Cirencester and Chippenham; nearest train stations at Chippenham…
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee£2–£3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticketcheck£2–£4 (≈ US$3–6)
- Budget bedOld Bell Hotel single, a night, per person£93 (≈ US$130)
- Mid-range bedWhatley Manor double, a night, per room£250 (≈ US$350)
- High-end bedWhatley Manor double, a night, per room£250 (≈ US$350)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget £55 (≈ US$75) · Mid £95 (≈ US$130) · High £150 (≈ US$200)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BRS Bristol Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jul
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Aug
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Jan (15 rain days), driest Jun (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Malmesbury: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
15 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
12 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Jun
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Jul
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
Aug
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
9 rd
Nov
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
12 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
14 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town centre is walkable; local bus (Andybus, Ad‑Rains) links to Swindon, Cirencester and Chippenham; nearest train stations at Chippenham, Kemble and Swindon (30‑45 min by bus).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Cirencester
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round trip
Bus from Malmesbury, about 20 min
Roman town with museum and market.
Chippenham
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus 25 min; train from Chippenham to Bath or Bristol
Main rail hub for onward travel.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Old Bell Hotel
Historic inn, B&B; singles £92.50, doubles £120‑250
Whatley Manor
Luxury B&B, £250 double
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- £50–£80 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- Mid
- £80–£130 (≈ US$110–180) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Old Bell Hotel single2 × 1 night × £120 | £240 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × £95 | £190 |
| Bus to Cirencester (return)2 × £5 · check | £10 |
| eSIM, 7‑day data2 × £10 · check | £20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | £46 |
| Trip total≈ £253 per person per day, bed included | £506≈ US$700 |
2026 estimate in GBP; flights and car hire excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | £2–£3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Pub meal | £8–£12 (≈ US$11–16) |
| Bus ticketcheck | £2–£4 (≈ US$3–6) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last local bus runs around 22:00; plan return before then.Last local bus runs around 10:00 PM; plan return before then.
- Train stations are outside town; check bus timetable for connections.
- Abbey suggests a £5 (≈ US$7)‑10 donation; entry is free.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 999
- Medical
- 999
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Emergency
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- Medical999
Embassy
US consulate in London; nearest UK embassy in London.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Malmesbury → Cirencester: about £3 (≈ US$4) each way (check)
- Train Chippenham → Bath: ≈£12 off‑peak (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Malmesbury. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (short daylight, some attractions close early) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night at Old Bell for historic ambience.
- Consider a B&B in nearby Crudwell for countryside stay.
Sources
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