North Wessex Downs

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
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
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
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
Ancient stones surround and cut through the delightful village of Avebury.

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Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour with Expert Guide

Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour with Expert Guide

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 270 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 468 per adult
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Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock

Private Sunrise or Sunset Viewing of Stonehenge with Bath & Lacock

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 34 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 847 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Oxford: River Cruise with 3-Course Meal

Oxford: River Cruise with 3-Course Meal

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 552 per adult
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Water activities

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Thames Canoe Trip to Kelmscott Manor with Cream Tea & Return

Thames Canoe Trip to Kelmscott Manor with Cream Tea & Return

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 500 per adult
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Basingstoke: Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights

Basingstoke: Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Price is RM 421 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Snowdrops at Welford Park, where the Great British Bake Off is filmed. February 2020

Welford Park

You can find out about the history of Welford with a visit to Welford Park. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Welford Park
Donnington Castle showing heritage architecture, a sunset and landscape views

Donnington Castle

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War.

Donnington Castle
West Berkshire Museum featuring interior views

West Berkshire Museum

Delve into the history of Newbury and West Berkshire at this delightful regional museum that focuses on the surrounding landscape and the lives of local people.

West Berkshire Museum
Shaw House featuring heritage elements and a house

Shaw House

After a tumultuous history and a massive restoration project, this Elizabethan manor is now a center for events and conferences.

Shaw House
Highclere Castle showing landscape views and heritage architecture

Highclere Castle

Visit this stately home which is also the setting of the acclaimed BBC drama Downtown Abbey. Appreciate its grandeur, beauty and expansive grounds.

Highclere Castle

Crofton Beam Engines

You can learn about the history of Great Bedwyn when you stop by Crofton Beam Engines. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Crofton Beam Engines

Top North Wessex Downs Hotel Deals

The Three Swans Hotel, Hungerford, Berkshire

The Three Swans Hotel, Hungerford, Berkshire

4 out of 5
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The Three Swans Hotel, Hungerford, Berkshire
The Bear Hotel by Greene King Inns

The Bear Hotel by Greene King Inns

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The Retreat, Elcot Park

The Retreat, Elcot Park

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The Dundas Arms

The Dundas Arms

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Five Bells Wickham

Five Bells Wickham

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Days Inn by Wyndham Membury M4

Days Inn by Wyndham Membury M4

3 out of 5
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The Crown & Garter

The Crown & Garter

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The Crown & Garter
Queens Arms

Queens Arms

4 out of 5
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The Crown Inn

The Crown Inn

3 out of 5
2 The Square, Aldbourne Marlborough England
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