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Prehistoric Earthworks and Their Afterlife at Knowlton
How a unique group of Neolithic monuments in Dorset have remained a significant and atmospheric presence for the people living around them, as well as artists, antiquaries and archaeologists, for 4,000 years.
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A history of Stonehenge, explaining how the prehistoric monument developed from an early henge into its final form, as well as its later history.
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The structures that survive from prehistory might not be what we’d normally think of as architecture. But these buildings still inspire awe today, whether through the mysteries of their meaning, the intricacy or scale of their design, or the ingenuity of their construction.
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A history of Grime’s Graves, the first Neolithic flint mines to be recognised as such in England.
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Stonehenge is possibly the world's most famous prehistoric monument. It sits within a landscape that has awed and inspired visitors for thousands of years. Use our suggested activities, reading and video resources to explore this vast and mysterious landscape dating back more than 5,000 years.
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Start planning some unforgettable days out and stand where history was made. From awe-inspiring gardens and hidden spaces, to brooding ruins and formidable castles, we’ve selected our favourite places to discover historic treasures and escape the everyday.
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History of Thornborough Henges
This unique cluster of Neolithic monuments – sometimes described as the ‘Stonehenge of the North’ – lies on a plateau above the river Ure. Farming communities built three huge circular henges here about 4,500 years ago, which remained important into the early Bronze Age.