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Silbury Hill

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An enigmatic, conical neolithic mound, begun about 2900BC; the largest purpose-built structure in Europe. Yes, but what was it used for? No one really knows; the conjecture ranges from astronomical observatory to grave site, although no graves have been found in several attempts at excavation. The hill can only be viewed from the road. Please observe the posted warnings not to climb it! more details ...
West Kennet, near Avebury, Wiltshire, England

About Silbury Hill
Attraction Type: Prehistoric
Location: 1 mile W of West Kennet on A4. Parking available.
Website: Silbury Hill
English Heritage
Location map
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Photo Credit: David Ross and Britain Express

Heritage Highlight: Oh, the mystery! Why was it built?
Heritage Rating:   ?

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Nearest Attractions West Kennet Long Barrow - 0.6 miles (Prehistoric) West Kennett Avenue - 0.6 miles (Prehistoric) Avebury Stone Circle - 0.8 miles (Prehistoric) Avebury Manor and Garden - 0.8 miles (Historic House) Alexander Keillor Museum - 0.9 miles (Museum) Avebury Sanctuary - 1.2 miles (Prehistoric) Windmill Hill - 1.7 miles (Prehistoric) Hatfield Earthworks - 6.4 miles (Prehistoric)

Nearest Towns and Villages Lacock - 11.2 miles away Malmesbury - 15.8 miles away Castle Combe - 16.7 miles away Bradford-on-Avon - 16.9 miles away Tetbury - 19.9 miles away Fairford - 20.4 miles away Lechlade - 20.5 miles away Ampney Crucis - 20.5 miles away

Nearest Accommodation to Silbury Hill

Nearest Self Catering Cottages

Cherry Lodge - 6 miles from Silbury Hill Marlborough, Wiltshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £200

Walnut Lodge - 6 miles from Silbury Hill Marlborough, Wiltshire Sleeps: 4 Stay from: £226

Dairy Cottage - 6 miles from Silbury Hill Marlborough, Wiltshire Sleeps: 8 Stay from: £340

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Nearest Hotels

Castle and Ball - 5.4 miles from Silbury Hill Marlborough, Wiltshire Stay from: £19.00

The Castle & Ball Hotel - 5.5 miles from Silbury Hill Marlborough, Wiltshire Stay from: £52.50

White Hart Hotel - 6.3 miles from Silbury Hill Calne, Wiltshire Stay from: £59.90

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Nearest Bed and Breakfasts

AVEBURYLIFE - 1.1 miles from Silbury Hill Avebury, Wiltshire From: £35.00

The Old Forge Bed & Breakfast - 1.4 miles from Silbury Hill Avebury, Wiltshire From: £100.00

Rosemundy Cottage - 6.7 miles from Silbury Hill Devizes, Wiltshire From: £37.00

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Avebury
Tourist Information Centre
Avebury Chapel Centre
Green Street
Avebury
Wiltshire
England
SN8 1RE
Tel: 01672 539425
Fax: 01672 539296
Email: all.atic@kennet.gov.uk
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