Type: Historic Site
At the centre of a pre-historic complex in the Marlborough Downs stands Avebury, the largest stone circle in the world. This circle features one of the most impressive henges in Britain as well as remains of a stone avenue.
Originally erected about 4,500 years ago, many of the stones were re-erected in the 1930s by Alexander Keiller. The circles and henge enclose part of the village. The Avebury landscape is a World Heritage Site.
Awards
- Visit Britain
Code of Practice 2012
Opening Times
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* Stone Circle Open 24 hours. Visitor Car Park (pay and display) open 9.30am – 6.30pm (Summer) and 9.30am – 4.30pm (Winter).
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| No admission charge | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Facilities
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Outdoor Attraction
- Village Location
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Parking & Transport
- Parking (charge)
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Picnic Site
Payment Methods
- Approx length of visit - one hour
- Groups Accepted
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted
- Open all year
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Specialist Features
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
- Guided Tours Available for Individuals
Road Directions
Near Junction 16 of the M4 on the A4361. Six miles west of Marlborough.
Public Transport Directions
Bus services: 49 Swindon-Trowbridge
Nearest train station - Swindon
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