Landscape walk - East of Avebury circuit
This guided walk takes you out of the stone circle towards the Ridgeway, taking in prehistoric round barrows before returning by the Avenue.
- Booking essential
A knowledgeable volunteer guide will help you to unlock the past by explaining the history of the landscape as you walk. As a World Heritage Site, the archaeologically rich landscape of Avebury has long been recognised as holding the key to our past. You can discover more of the landscape's history on this walk of around two miles which takes in part of Avebury stone circle, prehistoric round barrows and West Kennet Avenue. With beautiful vistas and wide open skies you can also enjoy the stunning scenery.
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Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All | £8.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 2491895
- Suitability
This walk is more suitable for adults.
- Meeting point
Go to the Visitor Reception in the Barn to meet your guide.
- What to bring and wear
Wear suitable clothing for a walk outdoors and sturdy shoes.
- Accessibility
The walk will include some slopes and rough ground.
- Other
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome, there may be livestock along the route. The walk is about two miles long and regular stops will be taken to talk about features in the landscape.
Upcoming events
Summer of play: build your own obstacle course
Challenge yourself to build and complete a nature obstacle course. What can you create? See how fast you can jump, wobble, and weave!
Glow worm walk at Figsbury Ring, near Salisbury
Is a glow worm really a worm? Why do they shine? How can an insect produce light? Learn the answers to these questions and more by joining the rangers for a nocturnal promenade and talk under the moon and stars at Figsbury Ring.
Summer foraging course
Discover nature's wild food secrets on this 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.
Guided tour of Avebury Manor Garden
Join a tour of the wonderful Avebury Manor Garden with Garry the Head Gardener to learn about seasonal highlights, history, and new developments in the historic garden rooms.