Avebury Map
Avebury map, view the Wiltshire village of Avebury, located in the county of Wiltshire, England.
Detailed Street Map of Avebury Wiltshire & Guide to the Area
Avebury Map Wiltshire: Interactive map of Avebury, displaying the village situated in the county of Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom.
Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Avebury and a Avebury village centre map, showing Avebury Stone Circle (National Trust).
Other facilities in Avebury, some of which may also be visible on the map are The Red Lion Avebury, National Trust Shop Avebury, Alexander Keiller Museum, Avebury Manor and Garden, Avebury Community Shop, The Henge Shop, Circle Restaurant, Manor Barn Tearoom, Avebury Parish Church, Elements of Avebury, Avebury Social Centre, Beckhampton Gallops, The Sanctuary, Silbury Hill Car Park, Avebury Stone Circle, National Trust Car Park Avebury, Drove Veterinary Clinic, West Kennet Long Barrow, Marlborough Medical Practice, Kennet Valley Primary School, Tourist Information Point Avebury, Old School Gallery, Avebury Sports and Social Club, Avebury Trusloe Community Hall, Kennet Valley Hall, Yatesbury House Farm, Post Office Locker at Avebury, Beckhampton Stables, The Waggon & Horses, Wiltshire Museum in Devizes, Crofton Beam Engines, Avebury Chapel, Swindon & Marlborough NHS Health Centre, Avebury Farm Shop, Swindon Fire and Rescue Service (Rural Area), Marlborough College, Bridge Inn Horton, Pewsey Heritage Centre, Roundway Hospital (historical site), Wiltshire Police (Rural Neighbourhood), Caffè Nero Marlborough, The Bear Hotel Devizes, The Barbury Inn, Marlborough Library, Devizes Books, The Food Gallery Marlborough, Bouverie Hall Pewsey, The Royal Oak Wootton Rivers.
By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Winterbourne Monkton, Beckhampton, West Kennett, East Kennett, Fyfield, Overton, Alton Barnes, Alton Priors, Broad Hinton, Uffcott, Berwick Bassett, Winterbourne Bassett, Hackpen Hill, Lockeridge, Wroughton, Clatford, Manton, Marlborough, Ogbourne St George, Ogbourne St Andrew, Rockley, Aldbourne, Chiseldon, Burbage, Pewsey, Wilcot, Stanton St Bernard, Honeystreet, Woodborough, Devizes, Bishops Cannings, All Cannings, Cherhill, Calstone Wellington, Yatesbury, Compton Bassett, Heddington, Hilmarton, East Tytherton, Avebury Trusloe, Coate, West Overton, Mildenhall, Ramsbury, Baydon, Shalbourne, Little Bedwyn, Great Bedwyn, Ham, Wootton Rivers.
Avebury is one of those tucked-away villages that feels both ancient and alive at the same time. Nestled in the rolling Wiltshire countryside, it's small but packed with character, surrounded by open fields and quiet lanes. The real magic, of course, lies in the giant stone circle that wraps around much of the village—a surreal sight that never loses its impact, no matter how many times you've seen it. It's peaceful, atmospheric, and full of little surprises if you take the time to wander.
The village has roots going back thousands of years, with the Neolithic stone circle dating to around 2600 BC. Unlike Stonehenge, you can walk right up to the stones, touch them, and stroll between them, which gives it a completely different feel. Avebury grew around this ancient monument, and over time became a quiet rural spot with a population now hovering around 500. The sense of history is built into the place—there's even evidence of a Roman settlement nearby. You'll find that most of the buildings are old cottages, with that distinctive chalk-and-flint look that's so typical of this part of Wiltshire.
There's plenty to explore in and around the village. The stone circle itself is looked after by the National Trust, and there's a museum on site where you can dig into the archaeology a bit more. The Alexander Keiller Museum is a good stop for those curious about the prehistoric side of things. Just a few steps from the circle, the Avebury Manor is another National Trust gem, with hands-on rooms you can properly explore. You've got a pub, a couple of tea rooms, a gift shop and a lovely little community vibe. Not far from Avebury you've got Silbury Hill, West Kennet Long Barrow and the Ridgeway National Trail—all brilliant for a walk and a bit of perspective. The whole area's steeped in ancient mystery.
In the wider Wiltshire area, there's no shortage of sights to fill your days. Stonehenge is an obvious stop, but the county also offers up Lacock with its abbey and old film-set streets, the gardens of Stourhead, and the stately home at Bowood. You've got Salisbury with its grand cathedral and medieval streets, and places like Devizes, Marlborough and Malmesbury full of their own charm. The Kennet and Avon Canal is great for a lazy walk or cycle, and you'll stumble across chalk figures carved into hillsides in the most unexpected places.
Avebury's a bit off the main travel routes, but that's part of its appeal. The A4361 passes nearby, linking you up with Marlborough and Devizes. The closest train stations are at Pewsey and Swindon, with buses running in from both—though they're not exactly clockwork. Best bet's usually a car if you want the freedom to explore properly. If you're flying in, Bristol and Heathrow are the nearest airports, both about an hour and a bit's drive. It's not hard to get to, just requires a bit of planning.
Wiltshire's one of those counties that sneaks up on you. It's mostly rural, full of patchwork fields, market towns, and ancient footpaths. There's a strong sense of history, not just in the big landmarks but in the smaller corners too—stone churches, mossy walls, crooked cottages. It doesn't shout for attention, it just lets you soak it in. Farming plays a big role, and the pace of life is slower, with a community feel that's hard to beat. Whether you're into old stones, woodland walks or just escaping the city noise, Wiltshire's got room to breathe.
Some More Nearby Places: Winterbourne Monkton, Beckhampton, West Kennett, East Kennett, Fyfield, Overton, Alton Barnes, Alton Priors, Broad Hinton, Uffcott, Berwick Bassett, Winterbourne Bassett, Hackpen Hill, Lockeridge, Wroughton, Clatford, Manton, Marlborough, Ogbourne St George, Ogbourne St Andrew, Rockley, Aldbourne, Chiseldon, Burbage, Pewsey, Wilcot, Stanton St Bernard, Honeystreet, Woodborough, Devizes, Bishops Cannings, All Cannings, Cherhill, Calstone Wellington, Yatesbury, Compton Bassett, Heddington, Hilmarton, East Tytherton, Avebury Trusloe, Coate, West Overton, Mildenhall, Ramsbury, Baydon, Shalbourne, Little Bedwyn, Great Bedwyn, Ham, Wootton Rivers.
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