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A mini guide to
Avebury and Marlborough: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Start at the museum
English Heritage suggests beginning at the Alexander Keiller Museum to learn about the six monuments in its care before walking out to them.
Sheep and dogs
Sheep often graze among the stones, so keep dogs on a lead; dogs are welcome everywhere except the café.
Silbury Hill from the viewpoint
There is no public access to the hill itself. The viewing area has information panels and a small car park with no space for coaches.
Wear boots
Paths between the sites are uneven and can be muddy; walking is the best way to see them.
West Kennet Long Barrow
Park in the signed lay-by on the A4 and walk half a mile uphill across farmland. There is an unguarded drop above the entrance.
Events
Salisbury & Stonehenge event seasons
Dates come from the organisers: confirm on their sites before booking.
Winter solstice at Stonehenge
22 December 2026
English Heritage marks the solstice at the stones; on that day the site opens as normal from about 1pm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Avebury and Marlborough?
Avebury and Marlborough is in Salisbury & Stonehenge, England. The Avebury stone circles, Silbury Hill, West Kennet Long Barrow and the market town of Marlborough. Nearby stops and stations include Stagecoach bus 49, Swindon's Bus Company 42, Pewsey station.
How long do I need in Avebury and Marlborough?
A full day for Avebury and the monuments around it. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Avebury Henge and Stone Circles, Alexander Keiller Museum, Avebury Manor and Garden. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Stagecoach bus 49 (Swindon, Avebury, Devizes and Trowbridge); Swindon's Bus Company 42 (Calne, Avebury and Marlborough); Pewsey station (Great Western Railway (station manager)). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 13 places to eat and drink in and around Avebury and Marlborough, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 2 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Avebury and Marlborough accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Avebury and Marlborough
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
West Kennet Avenue
Avenue of paired standing stones, originally about 100 pairs, running 1.5 miles from Avebury towards The Sanctuary.
Silbury Hill
Artificial chalk mound 39 m high, probably finished around 2400 BC; seen from a viewing area, with no access to the hill.
West Kennet Long Barrow
Chambered tomb built around 3650 BC where nearly 50 people were buried; half a mile uphill from a lay-by on the A4.
Salisbury & Stonehenge
More areas to explore
Salisbury and Old Sarum
The cathedral and Magna Carta, the Close, the Market Place and the hillfort of Old Sarum
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Stonehenge and Amesbury
The stones, Woodhenge, Durrington Walls and the barrows of the Stonehenge landscape
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- St James's Church, Avebury: Loz Pycock, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- West Kennet Avenue: Diliff, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Silbury Hill: Photograph by Greg O'Beirne, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- West Kennet Long Barrow: Jarkeld, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Salisbury and Old Sarum: Andrew Dunn (Website: http://www.andrewdunnphoto.com/), CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Stonehenge and Amesbury: Julie Anne Workman, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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