West Kennet Avenue (Avebury)

West Kennet Avenue (Avebury)
Aerial View (c) Skyscan Balloon Photography

An 'avenue', originally of around 100 pairs of prehistoric standing stones, raised to form a winding 1 1⁄2 mile ritual link between the pre-existing monuments of Avebury and The Sanctuary.

Part of the Avebury World Heritage Site.

West Kennet Avenue is in the freehold ownership of The National Trust and in English Heritage guardianship. It is managed by The National Trust on behalf of English Heritage, and the two organisations share the cost of managing and maintaining the property.

Opening Times:

April 2009 to March 2010Opening TimesOpening Days
All year Any reasonable time Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Usual facilities may not be available around the Summer Solstice 20-22 Jun. Please check before you visit  

How much does it cost?

Adult:
Free
Children:
Free
Concession:
Free
English Heritage Members:

How do I get there?

Address:
Wiltshire
Road Access:
Runs alongside B4003
Train Access:
Pewsey 9 miles, Swindon 12 miles
Bus Access:
Stagecoach in Swindon 49 Swindon - Trowbridge; Wilts and Dorset 5/6 Salisbury - Swindon (all pass close to Swindon railway station)
Map Location:

What facilities are available?

Facilities Available:
Suitable for people with disabilities Dogs allowed on leads

Further Info

Managed By: The National Trust.
Disabled access (on roadway).