Ludgershall

Ludgershall is an administrative division in northeastern Wiltshire that extends between Devizes and Andover. The area comprises several settlements and is crossed by the A342, which serves as the main road connection through the region.

The area has settlement patterns from the Bronze Age and first appeared in written records during the Domesday Book survey of 1086. This early documentation shows that settlements here were established communities worthy of recording by Norman authorities.

The Ludgershall Cross marks the heart of the settlement and reflects how the community gathered and organized itself through the centuries. This 14th-century structure shows where local life centered and continues to draw people together.

The area is easily reached via the A342, which connects it to surrounding towns and provides direct access for visitors. The best time to explore is during regular business hours, when public services and local facilities are available.

The area includes the settlement of Faberstown and the hamlet of Biddesden, which is home to an Arabian horse stud farm. This equestrian operation is an unexpected feature of rural life here and demonstrates how the countryside supports diverse activities.

Location: Wiltshire

Website: http://ludgershalltc.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.25696,-1.62337

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43