Alexander Keiller Museum & Avebury Manor
Avebury, Wiltshire, SN8 1RF
Description
Join us as we open the Alexander Keiller Museum and Avebury Manor for free on Saturday, and book a special tour of behind the scenes at the Manor House to explore hidden rooms not normally open to the public. Back due to popular demand: very special tours of the museum archive. Don't miss this rare chance to see the gems hidden away from public display (Places limited).
Special Activities for Children/Families
Trails available for children around Stone Circle, Museum and Manor House.
Directions
Alexander Keiller Museum and Manor in the Old Farmyard, just off Avebury High Street. Avebury is on the A4361, 6 miles north of Marlborough, 1 mile north of the Bath Road (A4). Parking in main car park (500 yards from Old Farmyard).
Public Transport Details
BUS - On Stagecoach 49 bus route from Swindon - Trowbridge, Wilts and Dorset 96 route from Swindon - Pewsey. RAIL - Swindon train station 11 miles. BICYCLE - On NCN4 and 45 cycle routes.
Opening Times
Saturday 11th September: Museum open 1000-1800, Manor House open 1200-1700
Pre-Booking Required
Behind the scenes tours of the Manor House or the museum archive must be booked in advance. Please call 01672 539250.
Access
PDA - Ramped access to museum galleries and Manor House (ground floor only). Museum archive stepped access only. Some rough ground and stepped access in Stone Circle, although there is level access to each quadrant of the Henge.
Additional Information
Places limited to 18 only. Designated parking bays for Blue Badge holders in village car park for access to Stone Circle, and in Old Farmyard for access to museums, manor and accessible facilities.
Organised By
National Trust
Website
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Avebury
http://www.pastscape.org.uk/hob.aspx?hob_id=220746
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