A Landscape Without Parallel
The outstanding prehistoric monuments date back to around 5,000 years ago.
40 Years of Stonehenge & Avebury World Heritage Site
November 2026 will see the 40th anniversary of inscriptions of the UK’s first seven World Heritage Sites.
In 1986, Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites were inscribed alongside the Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd, Durham Castle and Cathedral, the Giant’s Causeway and Causeway Coast, the Ironbridge Gorge, St Kilda, and Studley Royal Park including the Ruins of Fountains Abbey.
Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites
The Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site is universally important for its unique and dense concentration of outstanding prehistoric monuments and sites which together form a landscape without parallel.
Stonehenge is the most sophisticated prehistoric stone circle in the world, while Avebury is the largest. Together, alongside many more remarkable monuments, they represent the achievement of communities 5,000 years ago and demonstrate the skilful ability of prehistoric peoples to construct immense structures.
How we work together
We work together so that present and future generations can explore and enjoy the archaeological landscape. We do this by caring for the monuments and safeguarding their tranquil, rural and ecologically diverse setting.
Opportunities to learn
We aim to realise the cultural, scientific and educational potential of our World Heritage Site, as well as its benefits for the community.
News & Events
The latest news, events and notices:
Funding Partners
The Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site Coordination Unit is funded by Wiltshire Council, Historic England, and English Heritage.
