Gold Hill, Shaftesbury
Gold Hill in Shaftesbury has become a familiar sight for most UK households as it is the hill in the Hovis television advert, though many might not know the area itself. The steep cobbled streets and the pretty, other worldly cottages are reminiscent of an age that barely lingers, and is an ideal setting for that particular advertisement. People visit Shaftesbury for the sheer beauty of the natural surroundings; none more so than the spectacular views gained from the climb of the hill.
Gold Hill has its own festival, which is held annually in July, which involves locals and tourists parading along the famous street and a genuine food market coming from France. The event raises much needed funds for various charities within the local area.
Shaftesbury in Dorset is one of the oldest and highest towns in England. The town has a rich history and its cobbled streets and quaint houses are a delight to see. The town’s high position affords the visitor wonderful views over the surrounding area. Shaftesbury gained more exposure a hundred or so years ago as the thinly disguised town of ‘Shaston’ in the work of Thomas Hardy. The centre of Shaftesbury attracts a lot of visitors to its fine array of historic buildings, set in the midst of the Dorchester countryside.
