Members' Event:

Along the Ridgeway - Wayland's Smithy to Uffington White Horse

DATE

Mon 5 Oct 2026 

TIME

10.30am - 1pm

LOCATION

Wayland's Smithy 

SUITABLE FOR

Adults

Journey along (possibly) the oldest road in Britain, the Ridgeway, and time travel from the Neolithic to the Romans!

We will visit the 5,000 year old Neolithic tomb of Wayland’s Smithy before following the ancient Ridgeway to the Uffington White Horse, Britain’s oldest chalk hill figure.

Exploring the myths, folklore, and archaeology of this iconic landscape, we will uncover the cosmic significance of the horse as well as other key sites in the landscape, including Uffington Castle and Dragon Hill.

This tour is graded as moderate access, as it is a walking tour with uneven roads and with few places to stop and rest.

Prices

Type Price
Member (Adult) £5

Price Notes

Following member feedback, tickets for our exclusive Members’ Events are now just £5 per person. This small admin fee helps cover our costs and secure your place, with the option to add a donation to support English Heritage’s work caring for historic places.

How to book

Click the red button above, select the ticket you need, select the date of the event and then in the pop-up window, click ‘Member Login’ towards the bottom of the window. You’ll then need to enter your membership reference and last name, after which you’ll be able to book tickets for the event.

How to find us

Property: Wayland's Smithy
Address: Ashbury
Location: Ashbury, Oxfordshire, South West

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