We had been to Longleat for a long weekend some 6years ago, primarily to meet with another part of the family who were using the site with their kids,but when we were busy scanning the sites to find the venue for this year's Autumn break we decided to perhaps give it another go - even though we were kidless for this trip just 3 adults and one hyper spaniel. What a good decision, the site had far more to offer than we remembered. Lovely autumn setting with the mature trees all around the site leading to an ambundance of squirrels and the occasional hoot of owls competing with the lion roars at night. Yes it is a little frustrating to find you can't walk into the grounds of the house when it is so close, but there are a number of walks available from the site utilising the numerous bridle paths and quiet lanes. Stourhead is an obvious draw within a 30/40 min drive and doesn't disappoint with a number of walks available without having to pay to go into the gardens. Bradford upon Avon another lovely spot within easy reach. A minor irritation was the seasonal closure of one of the loo blocks and then having to queue for a shower. And it is a site where timing of arrival and departure is key with a narrow lane immediately off the main road. Surprised arrivals aren't restricted to 1300 to prevent any meeting of outfits leaving close to 1200. But a great, muddy and sometimes wet Autumn break. We'll be back!