A history of Stonehenge, explaining how the prehistoric monument developed from an early henge into its final form, as well as its later history.

Nov 18, 2016 · To mark 30 years since Stonehenge and Avebury were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we’ve picked out 30 facts about Stonehenge that you might not have known – including English Heritage’s role in protecting this megalithic monument.

Stonehenge has inspired people to study and interpret it for centuries, yet many questions remain to be answered – about who built it, when, and why. Find out about its archaeology and history here.

A timeline of Stonehenge. The first Stonehenge was built about 5,000 years ago, in the period of prehistory known as the Neolithic. By about 2500 BC, more and much larger stones had been brought there, marking the start of over 800 years of building and alteration stretching into …

History of Stonehenge Read a full history of one of the world’s most famous prehistoric monuments, from its origins about 5,000 years ago to the 21st century. What is the winter solstice?

Stonehenge is the most architecturally sophisticated and only surviving lintelled stone circle in the world. The earliest stage of the monument is one of the largest cremations cemeteries known in Neolithic Britain.

History of Stonehenge Read a full history of one of the world’s most famous prehistoric monuments, from its origins about 5,000 years ago to the 21st century. Explore the Stonehenge Landscape

Stonehenge is a masterpiece of engineering, built using only simple tools and technologies, before the arrival of metals and the invention of the wheel. Building the stone circle would have needed hundreds of people to transport, shape and erect the stones.

Experience the unforgettable atmosphere of the Stone Circle and follow in the footsteps of the prehistoric people who lived here 4,000 years ago as you walk among the Neolithic houses. Dig deeper in the world-class exhibition, and take time to explore the monuments and mysteries of the wider Stonehenge landscape.

Explore this interactive map created by Historic England to find out about the latest in-depth research into the Stonehenge World Heritage Site landscape. Why Does Stonehenge Matter? Stonehenge is a unique prehistoric monument, lying at the centre of an outstandingly rich archaeological landscape.