Avebury

Very happy dog (in clover) on West Kennet Avenue
Avebury Manor Orchard Garden
Standing stones at Avebury
Standing Stones at Avebury World Heritage Site

Very happy dog (in clover) on West Kennet Avenue
Avebury Manor Orchard Garden
Standing stones at Avebury
Standing Stones at Avebury World Heritage Site

World-famous stone circle and on-site museum at the heart of a prehistoric landscape

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Would you like to volunteer at Avebury?

Our incredible team of warm and friendly volunteers, with their individual skills and passion, make our visitors experience special. If you have some time to spare and think you would enjoy helping to look after this special place, then please do get in touch. Click here to find out more. Contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator Mary Wickenden on 01672 538017 or email mary.wickenden@nationaltrust.org.uk

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Things to see and do

Stone circle and village — Avebury, the only village in a prehistoric stone circle

Discover the World Heritage Site at Avebury

Explore a fascinating history dating back over 4,000 years on a visit to the World Heritage Site at Avebury

An exciting day for all the family

Avebury Manor and Garden

Avebury Manor is a truly unique experience; it's a 16th-century manor house where, unlike most other properties, you are allowed touch the furniture, lie on the beds and handle the pots and pans.

The Alexander Keiller Museum

Fun and learning for all the family in the museum. The museum is split into two galleries; the interactive display is in the Barn Gallery and the archaeological finds are displayed in the Stables Gallery.

Guided and self guided walks

We offer a guided walk around the stone circles, or you can download a walk to explore by yourself. We also have a number of specialist guided walks throughout the year.

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What's on

Beautiful blooms

At Avebury we’ll be celebrating beautiful spring blooms throughout the month of May. As you wander around the garden you’ll be able to admire seasonal planting as it bursts into life as well as displays from local florists and growers. Click here to find out more.

Archaeologist holding up a stone tool — Dr Nick Snashall

Walk and talk with an archaeologist

If you enjoy the rich archaeology and beautiful landscape of Avebury, this the perfect walk for you. You can follow in the footsteps of our ancestors with archaeologist Dr Nick Snashall on this half-day walk through the Avebury landscape. You'll explore a Neolithic tomb, encounter Europe's largest prehistoric mound and learn how the latest discoveries are transforming our ideas of ancient Avebury. End the walk by joining Nick for a delicious lunch (included) in the Avebury Manor Tearoom.

June events

Yoga on the lawn

You can take part in a morning yoga session in the stunning setting of Avebury Manor Garden. This is the perfect way to start the day in a rejuvenating outdoor yoga session with local instructor, Cheryl Parr.

Ancient Avebury landscape walk

Avebury has long been recognised as an archaeological treasure trove. This guided walk takes you past Silbury Hill, along West Kennet Avenue and includes part of the stone circle. The beautiful visas showcase this very special place.

Stonehenge and Avebury walking challenge

Fri 23 Jun 2017

+ 190 other dates

01:00-23:59

An opportunity to walk in the footsteps of our ancestors in this iconic landscape, rich in archaeology, wildlife and plants. You can enjoy these wide open spaces by challenging yourself to complete all eight walks - once done you'll have walked 50km.

Yoga on the lawn

Sat 24 Jun 2017

+ 4 other dates

09:45-11:00

Relax in the stunning setting of Avebury Manor garden as you take part in a rejuvenating outdoor yoga session with local instructor Cheryl Parr. Parking in the main visitor car park included.

Away from Avebury: pop-up exhibition

Sat 24 Jun 2017

+ 148 other dates

11:00-16:00

The exhibition 'Away from Avebury' will return to the Servants' Hall at Avebury Manor. Delve into the adventures of some of Avebury's past owners as you discover where they journeyed to.

Trust10 trail run at Avebury

Sun 25 Jun 2017

+ 4 other dates

09:00-11:00

The Trust10 is a monthly, 10k trail run that gives you the opportunity to explore the wider Avebury landscape.

Gardener's question time

Fri 30 Jun 2017

+ 4 other dates

14:00-15:00

Chat to head gardener Simon Brooks to discover more about Avebury Manor Garden or ask a question to solve a problem you've been having with your own garden!

Walk and Talk with an Archaeologist

Thu 06 Jul 2017

10:00-14:30

Follow in the footsteps of our ancestors with archaeologist Dr Nick Snashall on this half-day walk through the Avebury landscape.

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Eating and shopping

Eating and Shopping

Circles Cafe

If you wish to take time out during your visit for something delicious we have a range of snacks and lunches. You can enjoy a steaming bowl of seasonal soup on a cold day, or a tasty scone and tea as an afternoon treat.

Elegant tea room in the Avebury Manor library

Avebury Manor Tea-room

Visitors come from miles around to enjoy the Manor Tea-room. You too can enjoy a traditional English tea in the elegant period style surroundings of Avebury Manor library.

Coach House Cafe

The Coach House Cafe is set right in the heart of the stone circle in a pretty courtyard setting, the perfect location for stopping and relaxing during your time at Avebury.

National Trust shop at Avebury

The National Trust shop is the perfect place to find that special gift, we really do have something for everyone. Don't forget to treat yourself too and take back a reminder of your day at Avebury.

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