Westbury Library

Rainy days happen, even on the best-planned holidays, and that's when Westbury Library becomes a proper godsend. This community hub in the market town centre offers exactly what you'd expect from a well-run local library - books, computers, and most importantly, somewhere warm and dry to retreat when the weather turns.

Families staying at nearby Center Parcs Longleat Forest or the various camping spots around Warminster will find it particularly useful. The children's section is decent enough to keep little ones occupied for an hour or so, while parents can catch up on emails using the free internet access. It's not going to be the highlight of anyone's trip, but libraries like this serve their purpose well.

Open most days except Wednesday and Sunday, with extended hours on Monday and Thursday evenings - handy if you're planning a quick dash into town after a day at Longleat. The Saturday morning opening until 1pm works nicely for a pre-lunch browse if you're staying at one of the nearby sites like Hidden Wood Glamping.

Honestly, you probably won't make a special trip here unless you're desperately in need of a good book or the kids are climbing the walls. But knowing it's there provides a useful backup plan for those inevitable moments when holiday accommodation feels a bit too cramped.