Exploring Andover: A Budget-Friendly Adventure, Andover, England

We were staying nearby in Ludgershall and decided to spend a day Andover, England to check out the Age of Iron Museum. After our museum tour, we stumbled upon a flyer for the Andover Heritage Trail. It looked like a great way to explore the town, so we decided to give it a go.

Andover is a picturesque market town in the Test Valley, with a rich history dating back to Saxon times. During the 18th century, it was an important stop for stagecoaches traveling between London, Salisbury, and Exeter.

Our journey started at the Andover Town Mills, which dates back to the Domesday Book of 1066. Originally used for wheat and wool, it’s now a pub—a perfect spot to grab a pint and soak up some history. We snapped a photo of the building to remember our visit.

Next, we wandered over to Bridge Street, which runs along the Anton River. There’s a cool Viking memorial here, complete with a Viking ship sculpture. It’s a nice spot to take in the views and imagine the town’s Viking past. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).