Bulford Camp, Military camp in Salisbury Plain, England
Bulford Camp is a military installation on Salisbury Plain with two main sections separated by Marlborough Road, housing Picton Barracks and Ward Barracks for different military units. The site covers a substantial area and serves as a command center for various regiments and specialist forces.
The camp was founded in 1897 with temporary structures of tents and huts to house troops on Salisbury Plain. It grew into a major training facility during the World Wars, supporting thousands of soldiers.
The Bulford Kiwi, a large chalk figure carved into a hillside, was created by soldiers from New Zealand and remains a visible reminder of their time stationed here.
The camp is an active military installation with restricted public access to most areas, so advance planning is essential. Visitors should expect security procedures and check access requirements before traveling to the site.
A narrow-gauge railway opened in 1906 to connect the garrison with nearby Amesbury town, providing dedicated transport for soldiers and supplies for several decades. The line operated until 1952 and reflected the camp's importance as a major military hub.
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