Stonehenge, Woodhenge, Avebury, Stone Circles, West Kennet, Long Barrow, and Silbury Hill

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Walk in the footsteps of our Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge – one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in Europe.

ExquisiteExquisite experiencesexperiences | Humphreys | Humphreys of Henley of Henley O1491O1491 575819 575819 | [email protected] | [email protected] YOUR VISIT TO STONEHENGE

An iconic symbol of Britain, a walk around the Stone Circle is the centrepiece of any visit to the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site.

With a history spanning 4,500 years Stonehenge has many different meanings to people today. It is a wonder of the world, a spiritual place and a source of inspiration.

The Stone Circle is a masterpiece of engineering, and building it would have taken huge effort from hundreds of well- organised people using only simple tools and technologies.

Wander around the Neolithic houses outside the visitor centre and step inside to imagine how people lived 4,500 years ago.

Chat to your private guide and discover how the houses were built using authentic materials and techniques, based on the evidence of dwellings found nearby. Watch the volunteers demonstrate ancient domestic skills - flint knapping, making rope out of rushes, and grinding grain with a quern and a rider.

We can arrange for private access inside the Stone Circle during your visit, giving you a unique opportunity to experience up close this world famous monument. The visit must take place outside of normal general admission opening hours and is available for a maximum of 30 guests. Exquisite experiences | Humphreys of Henley O1491 575819 | [email protected] STONEHENGE AT SUNRISE AND SUNSET

Stonehenge at sunrise and sunset gives you a unique opportunity to experience the mysterious monoliths. Stand in awe of this world famous monument as your expert guide explains the history of this ancient site whilst the dawn or dusk sunlight bounces off the towering rocks.

These visits take place before and after normal general admission so you will have unique opportunity to discover the altar, slaughter and heel stones enjoying the peace and tranquillity whilst the sun rises dramatically on the summer solstice.

It is the most mystical and atmospheric experience not to be missed.

The times for the exclusive visits are dependent on the sunset and sunrise times and they are hugely popular. The site opens at 9am each morning between March and September.

Exquisite experiences | Humphreys of Henley O1491 575819 | [email protected] AVEBURY STONE CIRCLES

Avebury henge and stone circles are one of the greatest marvels of prehistoric Britain. Built and much altered during the Neolithic period, roughly between 2850 BC and 2200 BC, the henge survives as a huge circular bank and ditch, encircling an area that includes part of Avebury village. Within the henge is the largest stone circle in Britain - originally of about 100 stones - which in turn encloses two smaller stone circles.

Avebury is part of an extraordinary set of Neolithic and Bronze Age ceremonial sites that seemingly formed a vast sacred landscape. They include West Kennet Avenue, West Kennet Long Barrow, The Sanctuary, Windmill Hill, and the mysterious Silbury Hill. Many can be reached on foot from the village. The Alexander Keiller Museum also displays many notable finds from the Avebury monuments. Together with Stonehenge, Avebury and its surroundings are a World Heritage Site.

Avebury is within a 45 minute drive of Stonehenge and is five times larger than Stonehenge as it encloses a large village.

Exquisite experiences | Humphreys of Henley O1491 575819 | [email protected] WEST KENNET LONG BARROW AND SILBURY HILL

West Kennet Long Barrow is one of the largest, most impressive and most accessible Neolithic chambered tombs in Britain. Built in around 3650 BC, it was used for a short time as a burial chamber, nearly 50 people being buried here before the chambers were blocked. Part of the Avebury World Heritage Site. West Kennet Long Barrow is rarely visited and there is a superb view of the English Countryside from the hilltop where the barrow is situated.

Silbury Hill is the largest artificial mound in Europe, mysterious Silbury Hill compares in height and volume to the roughly contemporary Egyptian pyramids. Probably completed in around 2400 BC, it apparently contains no burial. Though clearly important in itself, its purpose and significance remain unknown. Silbury Hill is part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

If you would like to extend you visit to Stonehenge to include an afternoon in Avebury then we would be delighted to recommend a local pub for lunch.

Exquisite experiences | Humphreys of Henley O1491 575819 | [email protected] WOODHENGE - AMESBURY

Woodhenge is an atmospheric Neolithic site close to Stonehenge. Probably built about 2300 BC, it was originally believed to be the remains of a large burial mound, surrounded by a bank and ditch almost completely destroyed by ploughing. Aerial photography detected rings of dark spots in a crop of wheat, and today concrete markers replace the six concentric rings of timber posts which are believed to have once supported a ring-shaped building.

There is evidence that it was in use around 1800 BC. It is possible that the banks and ditches were used for defensive purposes in addition to its ceremonial function

Woodhenge is 10 minutes drive away from Stonehenge and takes 20 minutes to visit and is part of the Stonehenge story.

Exquisite experiences | Humphreys of Henley O1491 575819 | [email protected] Daily Itinerary Reference: Client Name Date: Arrival Day – Departure Day DATE - Experience: Exquisite England PRE-HISTORIC STONEHENGE Connoisseur: Samantha Evans

09:00 – 11:30 11:30 – 12:30 12:30 – 13:30 15:00 – 17:00

Arrival at Stonehenge. Following your Stonehenge .You will then travel to Avebury The Stone Circle at Avebury is 5 experience, you will continue to where you will enjoy a delicious times larger than Stonehenge and Upon arrival at Stonehenge, Amesbury to explore lunch in a traditional English encloses a large Village - it is less you will meet with David in Woodhenge. pub. crowded than Stonehenge and just the car park who will take you as remarkable. on your ultimate Stonehenge Following lunch, David will take experience. you to visit the Avebury stone You will also explore Silbury Hill, circles. the largest man-made object in You will have special access Europe, and West Kennet Long inside the stone circle where Barrow burial chamber form 5,000 David will explain the history years ago. Located at the top of and legends of this pre- the hill, you can discover the historic monument. history of the site whilst enjoying superb views of the English . Countryside

Humphrey's of Henley 32 Bell Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BH 01491 575819 www.humphreysofhenley.co.uk PRICING

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Transfer by chauffeured car Transfer by chauffeured car Transfer by helicopter charter ‘Inner circle’ Stonehenge experience Full day pre-historic World Heritage Unique viewing perspective from the with expert private guide Site experience with expert private skies with unbelievable views down guide onto the Neolithic Stonehenge and other burial mounds dotted around £900.00/$1,118.00 including vat Including: Stonehenge, Woodhenge, the ancient Salisbury Plain per person based on 2 guests Avebury, Stone Circles, West Kennet, Long Barrow, and Silbury hill Full day pre-historic World Heritage Site experience with expert private Lunch in a traditional British pub guide Lunch in a traditional British pub £1,400.00/$1,740.00 including vat per person based on 2 guests £10,300.00/$12,795.00 including vat per person based on 2 guests

Humphrey's of Henley 32 Bell Street, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2BH 01491 575819 www.humphreysofhenley.co.uk Welcome to Humphreys of Henley. I was inspired to launch Humphreys of Henley by my love of the English countryside. I was brought up in the Cotswolds and currently live in the Chilterns. My desire is to share the hidden wonders of these places that are so often missed by visitors. Samantha Evans Founder and Our guests provide our proudest moments, when we see their eyes widen in Exquisite England Connoisseur amazement at the majesty of a hawk in full flight, or their absolute joy when they shoot their first clay from the skies. Humphreys of Henley When we plan your itinerary with you, we identify each detail that will make creates and curates the day totally memorable for you. Your passions and interests are at the heart of the itinerary, and will create fabulous countryside experiences. authentic, rarefied Our guests tell us that they value the knowledge that they can trust us to experiences that showcase deliver exactly what we promise…and more. They value the break from decision making in their busy lives; the only decisions that you will make on the beauty, history and the day is what to wear and what to eat. traditions of the British Let us do the research, coordination and planning so that you can optimise countryside and the people every moment of your precious leisure time, it’s what we love doing and, I’m proud to say, we are very good at it. that make it so special. My team and I look forward to creating your memorable experiences for you and welcoming you to our favourite place in the world.

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