Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Shaftesbury travel guide

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With a population of 6,813, Shaftesbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shaftesbury to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury in February
Estimated hotel price
£86
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shaftesbury in February
Estimated hotel price
£86
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shaftesbury

Plane

Although Shaftesbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 56 km from Shaftesbury. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Shaftesbury departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Shaftesbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 154 km from Shaftesbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Shaftesbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), which is located 56 km from Shaftesbury. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Shaftesbury departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Shaftesbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 154 km from Shaftesbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Shaftesbury

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Shaftesbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,015 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,517 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,989 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,454 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,379 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,952 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,588 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,574 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,193 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,065 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,396 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,256 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,385 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Shaftesbury

Most booked hotels in Shaftesbury

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The Grosvenor Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£140+
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La Fleur De Lys
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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King John Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Holbrook Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£89+
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The Benett Arms
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Best Western Shaftesbury The Royal Chase Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
£69+
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Hiring a car in Shaftesbury

Hiring a car in Shaftesbury costs £61 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 48% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Shaftesbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.98 and £25.31.

Hiring a car in Shaftesbury costs £61 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 48% more expensive than at London Heathrow.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Shaftesbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.98 and £25.31.