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Where to Eat in Salisbury Before Heading to Stonehenge

Where to eat in Salisbury before your Stonehenge trip, cafes and restaurants near the station

Key takeaways

Before boarding the Salisbury to Stonehenge Shuttle at 10:15 from Caboose, it's worth starting the day with a good breakfast or coffee Stonehenge's cafe can get busy and food at the monument is fine but not exceptional. Here are the best options near Salisbury Train Station.

Caboose (115 South Western Road)

Your shuttle departs from here is included in your £20 shuttle fare. Caboose Salisbury is a boutique B&B and the home of the shuttle. Arrive 15 minutes before your departure to.

Around the Station

South Western Road and the immediate surrounding streets have several cafes well-suited to a pre-departure breakfast. Walk 5 to 10 minutes towards the city centre and the choice broadens significantly. The Charter Market (Tuesdays and Saturdays) also has excellent street food vendors in the Market Square.

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At Stonehenge

The Stonehenge cafe is part of the visitor centre complex and serves reasonable hot food, sandwiches and cakes. It is included in the standard visiting experience. However, it queues badly between 12:00 and 14:00 on peak days. If you're arriving at 10:40 on the first shuttle, the cafe is quiet and tables are easy to find.

Evening in Salisbury

If you're ending your day in Salisbury before travelling home, the city centre has an excellent range of independent restaurants within walking distance of the station. The area around Market Street and New Street has Mediterranean, Indian, and traditional British options that consistently receive high reviews.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I eat near Salisbury Train Station before the shuttle?

Caboose at 115 South Western Road is a 2 minute walk from the station and the shuttle departure point. The surrounding streets have several cafes within a 5-minute walk. The city centre (10 minutes on foot) has a broader range including the Charter Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Is there food at Stonehenge?

Yes — the Stonehenge Visitor Centre has a cafe serving hot food, sandwiches, cakes and drinks. It is included in the standard visiting experience. However, it queues badly between 12:00 and 14:00 on peak days. Arriving on the 10:15 shuttle means the cafe is quiet.

Can I eat at Caboose before the shuttle?

Caboose Salisbury is a boutique B&B. The shuttle departs from directly outside. Guests staying at Caboose receive breakfast vouchers for a nearby cafe included in their room booking. Non-guests can use the nearby cafes on South Western Road before boarding.

Where is the best place to eat in Salisbury after Stonehenge?

The area around Market Street, New Street and Fisherton Street in the city centre has an excellent range of independent restaurants. Mediterranean, Indian and traditional British options all receive consistently strong reviews. A 10 to 15-minute walk from the station.

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