Avebury to Stonehenge Walk
This long distance walk links these two famous ancient sites in Wiltshire.
The walk follows part of the Sarsen Way, a long distance trail running through Wiltshire from Coate Water Country Park to Salisbury Cathedral. You'll walk through some lovely countryside and pass several other fascinating ancient sites on the way.
The walk starts at the Avebury Stones in the village of Avebury. The site includes the largest stone circle in Europe with some fine views of the surrounding countryside as well.
The first section takes you south along the River Kennet to visit another historic site at the West Kennet Long Barrow. The Neolithic chambered tomb dates back over 5000 years and includes some excellent English Heritage Information boards.
The route then follows a track south across Cow Down towards Alton Barnes where you will pass a noteworthy White Horse hill figure.
You continue past Manningford Abbots, Upavon, Bulford and Durrington where there are some nice views of the River Avon to enjoy. At Amesbury you turn west to cross the fields to finish at Stonehenge, one of England's major attractions. The mysterious site dates back over 5000 years and includes some lovely views over Salisbury Plain.
Avebury to Stonehenge Ordnance Survey Map 
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Avebury to Stonehenge Open Street Map 
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Avebury to Stonehenge OS Map 
- Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking
Avebury to Stonehenge Open Street Map 
- Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Avebury stone circle
West Kennet long barrow entrance
Alton Barnes White Horse
Upavon, The 'Ship'
The River Avon at Bulford
Amesbury
King Barrow Ridge, Near Stonehenge
