This is Poultry Cross - a market cross in #Salisbury. It was built around 1307, though the ornate canopy and buttresses were added much later when the cross was restored between 1852-5. It's a Grade I listed structure and you'll find it on the junction of Silver Street and Minster Street. Behind Poultry Cross is the Haunch of Venison which is probably the oldest hostelry in Salisbury. What is particularly fascinating about Salisbury is that, unlike most European settlements which have evolved over centuries, often dating back to Roman times or earlier, this City was built pretty much all at the same time. Following the cathedral's relocation, a settlement grew up around it which received a city charter in 1227 as New Sarum. The Haunch of Venison is thought to have originally housed workers for the Cathedral. I was lucky enough to have a private tour from one of Salisbury's blue badge guides and it was a truly fascinating experience. So, there's more to tell - coming soon on the blog. #timeforwiltshire @visitwiltshire #wiltshire #salisbury #instatravel #igerswiltshire #instabritain #photosofbritain #TBNTravel #TBIN #ttot #travelblogger #instagood #instatravel #instagramers #sheisnotlost #instatravel #instapic #guardiantravelsnap #picoftheday #travellife #instatravelling #lifestyleblogger #travelinstyle #londonblogger #GirlsWhoExplore #GirlsWhoTravel #SheTravels #TravelGirlsGo #TravelGirls

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