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Winter walk with an archaeologist

Join a winter walk around the Avebury henge with Dr Nick Snashall, National Trust archaeologist for the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site

  • Booking essential

Why not leave the crowds behind and join expert archaeologist, Dr Nick, for a winter ramble around the stone circles to learn all about the prehistory of the site and recent research into this enigmatic place? The walk will be followed by a warming drink and mince pies served in the barn, where you'll have an opportunity to ask questions and chat with Dr Nick. Please wrap up warmly and wear appropriate shoes as the ground can be uneven and muddy in places.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £15.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Adult only event.

Meeting point

Meet at the barn in the Old Farmyard.

What to bring and wear

Wear layered warm clothing and walking shoes/boots.

Accessibility

Please contact us for any accessibility requests/needs. Accessible toilets are available. The route contains a small number of steps and can be uneven or slippery under foot.

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