Avebury Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Today was our first #lksawaydays of 2020 #ukoutandabout We left Reading and headed out to the Wiltshire village of Avebury to have a walk around the Neolithic henge, visit the museum and have some lunch in the Red Lion. Its been over 20 years since the LKs last visited so were looking forward to re-visiting. There are no charges to walk amongst the stones which make up the largest megalithic stone circle in the world, but there are separate charges for the museum and the Avebury Manor. The main car park is £4 for the day but not very big considering the volume of visitors Avebury sees, so if you visit we would suggest outside peak months. The purpose of the the stone circle is unknown but its believed to be a ritual complex, the site is a sacred site to the contemporary Pagans and if you are lucky on your visit you may see Druidic rites taking place. Its a pleasant half day and if the weather is a little moody it can add to the visit too! #avebury #aveburystones #stones #stonecircle
Really happy with light and the little white cloud in this shot of a few of the avenue stones at Avebury. As I left there was a small rainbow over the stone at the centre but I couldn't stop to get a photo so I'm afraid the image was just for me!
The Red Lion, Avebury
This chapel was so quaint and lovely. I really appreciate the chapels of the United Kingdom. Their age is so heavy in the structure and it’s nice compared to the newer snazzy chapels of America.
West Kennet Avenue facing north-west towards Avebury.
De Vere Cotswold Water Park

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

4 out of 5
Lake 6 Spine Road East Cirencester England
The price is NZ$204 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
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31 Mar - 1 Apr
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Village Hotel Swindon

Village Hotel Swindon

4 out of 5
Shaw Ridge Leisure Park Swindon England
The price is NZ$135 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
NZ$135
3 Apr - 4 Apr
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Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Check in staff excellent & lobby with Starbucks & pub very useful indeed. Room comfortable & clean with a nice view. UF there was a negative, it would be the window frames which had not been cleaned ever & were dusty to the point of mould. However, this did not detract from an overall great ...

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Village Hotel Swindon
The Old Mill Hotel

The Old Mill Hotel

3 out of 5
Toll Bridge Road Bath England
The price is NZ$109 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
NZ$109
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bath. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (500 reviews)
I was pleasantly surprised when i arrived at this hotel. Iit overlooked the river Avon, and we could see a little waterfall from our window. The mill wheels was working just outside the dining room window. It would be lovely in the summer. The only downside was the choice for breakfast. However you ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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The Bear

The Bear

2.5 out of 5
1 High St Marlborough England
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The Lakes By YOO

The Lakes By YOO

5 out of 5
Coln Park, Claydon Pike Lechlade England
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All staff excellent

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Suite Life Serviced Apartments

Suite Life Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
3A Charnwood Court Swindon England
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Popular places to visit

Nice for a walk and to see the sights with Silbury Hill just across the road and within walking distance to Avebury. The entrance is nice but you don’t get to see the full length - is only 3 galleries

West Kennet Long Barrow

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a trip to West Kennet Long Barrow. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

West Kennet Long Barrow

Avebury Stone Circle

After visiting Avebury Stone Circle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Avebury. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Avebury Stone Circle

Avebury Manor

You can find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Avebury Manor. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Avebury Manor

The Merchant's House Marlborough

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Merchant's House Marlborough in Marlborough. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

The Merchant's House Marlborough

Silbury Hill

Find out about the history of Avebury with a stop at Silbury Hill. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Silbury Hill

Hackpen Hill

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hackpen Hill during your travels in Broad Hinton.

Hackpen Hill

Activities

Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission

Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission

NZ$149
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge Morning Half-Day Tour from London Including Admission
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

NZ$181
per adult
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath

Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath

NZ$202
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge & the Cotswolds from Bath
Pulteney Bridge over a river in Bath

Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Roman Baths option

NZ$224
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge & Bath Full-Day Tour with Roman Baths option
Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath

Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath, inc Entry

NZ$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Small-Group Tour to Stonehenge from Bath, inc Entry
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol

Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol

NZ$202
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol
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