🇬🇧 Salisbury, United Kingdom
Cricket Field House
📍 Wilton Road, Salisbury, SP2 9NS
Your stay — Cricket Field House
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The Property — Cricket Field House
Cricket Field House is a 3-star guesthouse on Salisbury's southern edge, set in a Victorian villa overlooking the county cricket ground. The lobby feels more like a well-kept family home than a hotel: worn leather armchairs, a log fire in winter, and a noticeboard with local walking maps. It suits independent travellers and cricket fans who want quiet, no-fuss accommodation within a 15-minute walk of the cathedral. The USP is the cricket-field view from the front rooms and the honesty bar in the lounge.
Chronicles of Salisbury
Salisbury grew from a hillfort at Old Sarum onto the Avon floodplain after the 13th-century relocation of the cathedral; the city's grid of streets was laid out by Bishop Richard Poore in 1220. The cathedral, built mostly in one stylistic period (Early English Gothic), houses one of four surviving Magna Carta copies. Medieval timber-framed buildings line the Close and the market square, while the 18th-century Poultry Cross remains a focal point. Today, Salisbury is a calm county town whose economy mixes heritage tourism, legal services and the nearby defence establishments at Porton Down and Boscombe Down.
Best Time to Visit
Full Salisbury guide →Best months
May, June and September offer mild temperatures (14-21°C), long daylight hours and lower accommodation prices than July-August. The cricket season is in full swing but the pre-summer July school-holiday rush hasn't peaked.
Peak / festival surge
August is the busiest month: the Salisbury International Arts Festival (late May/June) has ended but school holidays fill the city. Hotel prices can double from shoulder-season rates. The Salisbury Races (early August) and the annual Race for Life (July) add demand.
Budget shoulder season
April and October give the best budget window: rooms drop by 30-40% versus peak, crowds are thin, and the weather still permits walking the Plain. Autumn light on the cathedral is excellent.
Weather & packing
Despite being inland, Salisbury's valley location traps mist and drizzle even in July — pack a light waterproof (a shell jacket, not a brolly). Rule: bring one warm layer for evenings, even in high summer, as temperatures can drop to 10°C after sunset.
Live City Briefing — Salisbury
- The city-centre works on the permanent 20mph speed limit scheme (underway from 2025) mean occasional lane closures on the A36 ring road; navigation apps show real-time diversions.
- The Salisbury Museum reopens its expanded Neolithic gallery in June 2026, featuring new interactive displays on the Stonehenge landscape, timed to the summer solstice.
- Salisbury Plain’s military training areas resume full, unscheduled firing schedules from 1 July; no public access restrictions inside the Danger Areas, but visitors should check current red flags before walking the open chalk downland.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cricket Field House, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor or above, facing the rear garden, away from Wilton Road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those at the front of the building facing Wilton Road; they pick up traffic noise from the A36.
Best views
Rooms at the back overlook the garden and fields, offering a rural view rather than the main road.
Quietest floors
First and second floors are the quietest, with less foot traffic and better sound insulation from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Wilton Road (A36) is a busy route into Salisbury, so traffic noise is constant at the front. The hotel is a converted Victorian house, so floorboards can creak on the upper floors.
Insider tips
1. Park in the free on-site car park (limited spaces, arrive early). 2. Ask for a room on the first floor to avoid stairs — there's no lift, and the stairs are steep.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Cricket Field House
Free WiFi throughout, speed approx 20 Mbps down; no login constraints, password provided at check-in.
Lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary daily newspapers (The Times, The Guardian) in the lounge. No digital newsstand.
Check-in 14:00-21:00, check-out 10:00. Early bag drop available from 12:00 on request. Late check-out until 12:00 costs £25, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage for guests before check-in and after check-out.
Step-free access at main entrance via ramp; one accessible ground-floor room with adapted bathroom. Lift to all floors. No hearing loop or braille menus.
Free on-site parking for 18 cars on a first-come, first-served basis; no EV charging. Overflow public car park at Churchfields Road, 10-minute walk, £5 per day.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking; £50 incidentals hold on card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Andrew (224 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Bemerton Methodist Church (364 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: St Gregory's Church (615 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: St Michael & All Angels (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
The Rifles Museum — 2.6 km · ~33 min walk
Studio Theatre — 2.3 km · ~28 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Tanday Pharmacy — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Jeni and J's Premier — 239 m · ~3 min walk
Salisbury — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use bank ATMs in the city centre; airport and tourist bureau kiosks offer poor rates and high fees.
Contactless cards are widely accepted in shops, pubs and restaurants. Small street stalls and some market traders may still prefer cash.
In restaurants, 10-15% if service not included, but round up for drinks. Taxi drivers appreciate rounding up to the nearest pound. Hotel porters: £1–2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cafe filter coffee or Americano from a chain or independent cafe, typically £2.50–3.
A filled baguette or jacket potato from a cafe or market stall for around £5–7.
A main course at a gastropub or bistro, such as fish and chips or burger, about £10–14.
Look for the Charter Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays for hot food stalls, or the Friday street food market near the Guildhall.
Tesco Metro on the High Street and Waitrose near the Maltings are the main supermarkets for groceries.
Salisbury city centre has the usual high-street chains like Marks & Spencer and Next. For cheaper options, go to the outdoor market stalls on market days.
A single bus fare within the city is around £2 (contactless), but the cheapest way is walking; the city is compact. No airport—nearest is Southampton (SOU), and the bus-plus-train combo via Southampton Airport Parkway station costs about £15–20 one way.
Eat lunch instead of dinner at the same pub for smaller prices. Buy a Salisbury Cathedral ticket online in advance to avoid peak-time surcharges. Use the city centre free parking on Sundays at some car parks.
Good to know — Salisbury
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Emergency Contacts
SalisburyFor non-urgent police matters, call 101. Salisbury District Hospital: 01722 336262. NHS 111 for medical advice.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Salisbury, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Cricket Field House
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Tanday Pharmacy — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Heathrow Airport → The Old House Guest House
💡 Pre-book with a fixed fare to avoid surge pricing. The driver can drop you right at the guest house door, which has no off-street parking.
Salisbury Station → The Old House Guest House (Stop: Milford Street)
💡 Route PR8 stops near the guest house. Use the Salisbury Reds app for live times. Buy a day rider for £4 if you plan multiple trips.
Heathrow Airport Central Bus Station → Salisbury Bus Station
💡 The bus drops you at the bus station, a 5-minute walk to the guest house. It's cheaper than the train but can be slower in traffic.
London Waterloo → Salisbury Station
💡 Book an advance single online for as low as £12. The station is a 10-minute walk to The Old House Guest House.
About Salisbury
Wikipedia ↗
Salisbury ( SAWLZ-bər-ee, locally SAWZ-bər-ee) is a cathedral city and civil parish in Wiltshire, England with a population of 41,820, at the confluence of the rivers Avon, Nadder and Bourne. The city is approximately 20 miles (30 kilometres) from Southampton and 30 miles (50 kilometres) from Bath....
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Cricket Field House?
Request a room on the first floor or above, facing the rear garden, away from Wilton Road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cricket Field House?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those at the front of the building facing Wilton Road; they pick up traffic noise from the A36.
Is Cricket Field House noisy?
Wilton Road (A36) is a busy route into Salisbury, so traffic noise is constant at the front. The hotel is a converted Victorian house, so floorboards can creak on the upper floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Cricket Field House?
Rooms at the back overlook the garden and fields, offering a rural view rather than the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Cricket Field House?
1. Park in the free on-site car park (limited spaces, arrive early). 2. Ask for a room on the first floor to avoid stairs — there's no lift, and the stairs are steep.
What time is check-in at Cricket Field House?
Check-in at Cricket Field House is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cricket Field House have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed approx 20 Mbps down; no login constraints, password provided at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cricket Field House?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Cricket Field House?
A filled baguette or jacket potato from a cafe or market stall for around £5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cricket Field House?
A single bus fare within the city is around £2 (contactless), but the cheapest way is walking; the city is compact. No airport—nearest is Southampton (SOU), and the bus-plus-train combo via Southampton Airport Parkway station costs about £15–20 one way.
When is the best time to visit Salisbury?
May, June and September offer mild temperatures (14-21°C), long daylight hours and lower accommodation prices than July-August. The cricket season is in full swing but the pre-summer July school-holiday rush hasn't peaked.
Top Attractions in Salisbury
💡 Check the noticeboard at the entrance for days when the courtroom is set up for mock trials—free to watch and run by local historians. The clock on the tower chimes on the quarter-hour.
💡 The Chapter House exhibition on Magna Carta has no entry fee, but you need to book a free timed ticket from the welcome desk. Go early to avoid queues.
💡 The Stonehenge gallery has genuine Neolithic tools and jewellery that you can get much closer to than at the actual site. Allow at least 90 minutes.
💡 The café does good sandwiches under £5. For a photo, walk to the wooden bridge over the Avon at the park's bottom corner—this gives a view back to the cathedral spire.
💡 Bring binoculars for kite and buzzard watching. The site is exposed, so a windproof jacket is essential even in summer.