Every day this August, one lucky group of visitors to Stonehenge will be allowed the chance to commune with the iconic stone circle in complete solitude.
English Heritage, which operates the site, will enter all advance-booked tickets in a draw to win private time inside the circle.
The stone circle on the Salisbury Plain, one of England’s most famous landmarks, was constructed by prehistoric humans between 3100 and 1600 BC. Theories about its purpose include that it was used as a celestial observatory or a religious site. The site appears to have been built so that its stones align with the sun on the summer and winter solstices.
Georgia Butters, English Heritage’s Head of Operations for Stonehenge, said: “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to stand within the ancient stones with no one else around, soaking up the atmosphere and spirituality of this remarkable place.”
Throughout August, all visitors who book a ticket to Stonehenge at least 72 hours in advance will be entered in the draw to win the private visit. Winners will be notified at least 24 hours in advance and will be able to take advantage of the exclusive access between 9am and 9.30am.
