Our Partnership
Working together is essential to ensure the World Heritage Site is cared for sustainably.
Rooted in Communities
The World Heritage Site is cared for by 25 local and national partners, including local farmers, town & parish councils, Wiltshire Council, English Heritage, the National Trust, Historic England, and specialists in archaeology, the natural environment, museums and tourism.
Our Partnership is rooted in the ambition of enhancing the active participation of local communities, fulfilling one of the strategic objectives of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.
The Coordination Unit
The Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site Coordination Unit is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the Management Plan. Its key role is to support the Partnership by facilitating the Expert & Stakeholder Group and the Executive Board.
The unit is hosted and funded by Wiltshire Council and also funded by Historic England and English Heritage.
Expert & Stakeholder Group
Our key body of expertise comprising a wide range of experts and stakeholders.
Executive Board
Our strategic body with overall accountability for decisions taken for the site.
Caring for the Site
We work to protect, conserve and share the World Heritage Site for current and future generations.