Family storytime in the Dovecote
Take a break with family storytime in the decorated dovecote at Avebury.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
On Mondays during the school holidays, families can enjoy a break from the sun in the dovecote with a cosy story read by one of Avebury's lovely volunteers. No need to book, adults and children of all ages welcome. Pick up your free tickets from visitor reception in the barn when you arrive to secure your place.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children welcome!
- Meeting point
Please come to visitor reception in the barn to pick up your free tickets. This event takes place in the dovecote.
- What to bring and wear
The event is mostly indoors, but we suggest wearing clothing suitable for the outdoors for arriving and departing, and for exploring the site afterwards.
- Accessibility
The farmyard is mostly level access, with accessible toilets and changing facilities. However, the ground is very uneven in places and includes rough cobblestones. The dovecote has a small raised lip at the entrance and is cobbled inside.
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