What's on at Avebury
Stonehenge and Avebury walking challenge
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.
Sun 15 Sep 2019
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01:00-23:59
Wiltshire Landscape walking challenge
This is an opportunity to discover more of Wiltshire's iconic landscape, rich in archaeology, wildlife and plants. You can enjoy beautiful open spaces and challenge yourself to complete all twelve walks at our landscape sites.
Sun 15 Sep 2019
+ 106 other dates
01:00-23:59
Still digging ... Recent excavations around Avebury
This year at Avebury we’ll be shining a light on recent excavations through a pop up exhibition in the Barn gallery. This exhibition will highlight many of the results of those excavations alongside a selection of the artefacts discovered.
Mon 16 Sep 2019
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10:00-17:30
Alexander Keiller’s Avebury Manor: pop-up exhibition
Discover how Avebury Manor looked during the years it was owned by the excavator of Avebury stone circles, Alexander Keiller.
Mon 16 Sep 2019
+ 62 other dates
11:00-16:00
Avebury art: sculpture exhibition in the garden
The garden at Avebury Manor is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy. Continue to experience the garden's beauty and tranquility with an exhibition of outdoor sculptures.
Mon 16 Sep 2019
+ 27 other dates
11:00-17:00
Autumn foraging course
Discover some of nature's wild food secrets on this half-day foraging course with Fred Gillam. You'll be able to enjoy walking through the Avebury landscape as Fred teaches you how to identify plants growing in our hedgerows, fields and woods.
Sat 21 Sep 2019
10:30-14:30
Trust10 trail run at Avebury
The Trust10 is a monthly, 10k trail run that gives you the opportunity to explore the wider Avebury landscape.
Sun 22 Sep 2019
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09:00-11:00
Gardener's question time
Chat to one of the garden team to discover more about Avebury Manor Garden or ask a question to solve a problem you've been having with your own garden!
Fri 27 Sep 2019
+ 1 other date
14:00-15:00
Harvest displays
Following a summer of plenty and play, join us at Avebury as we celebrate this year's harvest with displays in the dovecote and Manor kitchen.
Sat 28 Sep 2019
+ 22 other dates
11:00-17:00
Landscape walk - East of Avebury circuit
This walk heads out of the stone circle towards the Ridgeway, taking in prehistoric round barrows before returning by the Avenue. The National Trust guide will help you to unlock the past by explaining the history of the landscape as you walk.
Sun 13 Oct 2019
13:30-16:00
Dressing Mrs Dunch
Head to the Tudor parlour at Avebury Manor and watch as Mrs Dunch is dressed and her outfit built up from a linen chemise into a fine Tudor gown.
Wed 16 Oct 2019
14:00-15:00
Apple grafting workshop
Join us in the Orchard at Avebury for an apple grafting workshop. Learn from Head Gardener, Simon Brooks and soak up expert knowledge, ideas and techniques.
Thu 17 Oct 2019
10:00-12:30
Apple celebrations
Why not visit Avebury and celebrate the apple harvest with us? We will be paying homage to this special fruit with apple tastings, apple pressing and children's activities in the Orchard at Avebury Manor.
Sat 19 Oct 2019
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11:00-15:00
Half-term adventures at Avebury
Avebury has a real sense of mystery at this time of year; the monuments keep their secrets and the lives of people long past echo through the ages.
Sat 26 Oct 2019
+ 8 other dates
11:00-16:00
Samhain Walk
The ancient 'Samhain' Festival marks the end of the harvest season and beginning of winter. Join a National Trust ranger and local Pagan Celebrant for a 5-mile circular walk from Avebury following the route of this sacred festival procession.
Sat 02 Nov 2019
11:00-15:00
Christmas traditions come alive at Avebury
Find festive cheer at Avebury as you discover the magic of Christmas carols with displays in the Manor and across the site. Go on a quest and see if you can discover which carols and songs have been brought to life!
Sat 23 Nov 2019
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11:00-16:00
Wreath making workshop
Nothing says 'Christmas is here' like putting up a home-made wreath on your front door. Enjoy this workshop with a professional florist and craft your own festive wreath using natural greenery and festive decorations.
Mon 02 Dec 2019
+ 2 other dates
10:00-14:00
Winter warmer walk
Why not leave the crowds behind and join Archaeologist Dr Nick Snashall for a winter ramble around the stone circles? Festive refreshments and free parking included.
Thu 05 Dec 2019
+ 1 other date
10:30-12:30
Music, lights and merriment: Christmas event at Avebury
Why not begin your Christmas festivities at a late opening event at Avebury? Enjoy a festive atmosphere, Christmas music, gift stalls and family activities.
Sat 07 Dec 2019
16:00-18:00