Category: Stonehenge

Can you see Stonehenge for free? You can absolutely visit for free , type in Willoughby Road, Larkhill, Salisbury into your sat Nav or google maps and drive to the bottom of that road where the Stonehenge sign is. Walk down the pathway – it may say closed / no access (that’s for cars only!) […]

Where in England is Stonehenge located? Stonehenge , prehistoric stone circle monument, cemetery, and archaeological site located on Salisbury Plain, about 8 miles (13 km) north of Salisbury, Wiltshire, England . Where is Stonehenge located on a map? Stonehenge Map of Wiltshire showing the location of Stonehenge Location Wiltshire , England Coordinates 51°10′44″N 1°49′34″WCoordinates: 51°10′44″N […]

Who built the Stonehenge and why? In the 17th century, archaeologist John Aubrey made the claim that Stonehenge was the work of the Celtic high priests known as the Druids , a theory widely popularized by the antiquarian William Stukeley , who had unearthed primitive graves at the site. What is the story behind Stonehenge? […]

Can you just walk up to Stonehenge? During normal opening hours you cannot walk up to the stones themselves. The nearest you will get to the stones is about 10 yards, the monument being roped off by a low barrier, (see picture below). However it is possible to walk up to and among the stones […]

Is Stonehenge free for National Trust members? Please note: The Stone Circle itself is managed by English Heritage , however the visitor shuttle and visitor centre exhibition are free to National Trust members on display of membership card at the visitor centre ticket kiosk. Can you use National Trust membership at Stonehenge? National Trust members […]