Avebury

4.7(9,941)
Avebury, Marlborough SN8 1RF, United Kingdom
20
Landmarks
Age category 7+

Facilities

No information

Opening hours

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Weather for today

Partly cloudy

23°C

Patchy rain nearby

Today

Patchy rain nearby

14 — 24°C

Sun

Overcast

11 — 21°C

Mon

Cloudy

10 — 22°C

Additional conditions

Sunrise

05:22

Sunset

21:04

Max wind

26.3 km/h

Uv Index

1.5

Description

Avebury is the largest prehistoric stone circle in the world, part of a complex of Neolithic monuments listed by UNESCO. The 27 huge sarsen stones, weighing up to 50 tons each, create a mystical atmosphere of a site more than 2,000 years old.

Nearby is Silbury Hill, the largest prehistoric mound in Europe at 39.5 meters high, whose purpose remains a mystery. Stone avenues connect Avebury with other ceremonial sites, creating a fascinating network of Neolithic monuments.

It's the perfect place for lovers of history, archaeology and the mysteries of the past, where you can literally touch ancient stones and feel the spirit of ancient times.

Reviews

★4.7(9,941)
avatarVsevolod Ryabykh2 months agoThe place is lovely and mysterious, perfect for a walk around the henge or just to enjoy your time sitting by one of the stones. I recommend taking a tour led by one of the volunteers. Costs 6£ per person but packed with a lot of history about the place itself and the surrounding area in general.
avatarBrianna Barretta month agoSignage is well posted, there are worn paths through the fields that are easy to follow. Some stairs and many gates to walk through, but a few places that are relatively flat. There are multiple parking lots and some public washroom near the Red Lion Pub. The stones range in size and are a great free outdoor activity. There are a few little shops and pubs in the town and would make a good short day trip or stop on your way through the area.
avatarian moors2 months agoSo much to do and see within walking distance. Parking cost £8 for the day. You can walk around the stone circles for free. The manor house was closed due to flood repairs, the museum is small but is really interesting. Loved everything about Avebury village

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Avebury, Marlborough SN8 1RF, United Kingdom

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