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
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.
De Vere Cotswold Water Park

De Vere Cotswold Water Park

4 out of 5
Lake 6 Spine Road East Cirencester England
The price is ₹9,144 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
₹9,144
₹10,972 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Cirencester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Hotel was lovely, staff could not be more helpful, spa was an added bonus.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

De Vere Cotswold Water Park
Village Hotel Swindon

Village Hotel Swindon

4 out of 5
Shaw Ridge Leisure Park Swindon England
The price is ₹6,368 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
₹6,368
₹7,641 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,002 reviews)
Room ok, some dirty marks in the bathroom. A little cool in the room and couldn’t see how to change the temperature. On the plus side, room was very spacious and great coffee machine.

Reviewed on 10 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 ₹5,093 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹5,093
₹6,112 total
15 Mar - 16 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! (499 reviews)
Very well appointed room. Thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay. Had a lovely view of the water wheel and surroundings. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The continental breakfast was lovely and we ate pizza in the restaurant which was 10/10. Very much recommend this hotel. Thank you.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

The Old Mill Hotel
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The Bear

The Bear

2.5 out of 5
1 High St Marlborough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Marlborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Merchant's House Marlborough ...
The Bear
The Lakes By YOO

The Lakes By YOO

5 out of 5
Coln Park, Claydon Pike Lechlade England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lechlade. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (37 reviews)
All staff excellent

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

The Lakes By YOO
Suite Life Serviced Apartments

Suite Life Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
3A Charnwood Court Swindon England
Stay at this apartment in Swindon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Swindon Arts Centre and Wyvern Theatre are located ...
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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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

West Kennet Ave

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

West Kennet Ave

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Marlborough

Lydiard Park showing a park and autumn leaves

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Taken from the bottom of the locks on an autumn day. Not much parking opportunity at this end of the locks

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