The quiet village is a dot on the map, but through its heart run hundreds of massive stones, arranged by their ancient architects in a circle that runs over small hills, across roads and through the town. In that timeless past, people dug the foundations with antler picks, and dragged these massive stones hundreds of miles, knowing they would stand... more

The stone circles are made of large monolithic stones, similar to Stonehenge, but covering a much larger area and not forming a stacked structure. The village of Avebury is within and around the larger circle. The place is charming, the village is nice, you can stroll around the stones and touch them, unlike Stonehenge. There are wooleys grazing about, so... more

Avebury is a neolithic monument containing nearly 100 stones arranged in large concentric patterns around Avebury village. The henge is one of the oldest known, dating to 5000 BC. Many people feel Avebury is a more organic experience than Stonehenge since one is free to roam amongst and touch the monument. However, you can arrange for this experience outside of... more

Preferable to Stonehenge as bigger and able to actually touch the wondrous stones! and there's so many of them..in different fields.. Red Lion pub is nice and there is a cafe that does good veggie food. The national trust shop is good for gifts. If you're into photography look for the trees with the exposed roots on the hill..you have... more

Awe-inspiring stone circle with surrounding earthwork. Not as well preserved as Stonehenge but much larger. Village built within circle with a beautiful church. Recommend the Red Lion Pub for a rest break. Also the antique store across from the pub, have Roman coins for sale that have been found nearby. more