Stonehenge was built to align with the sun on the solstices. This year summer solstice will be celebrated from 7pm on Thursday 20th June to 8am on Friday 21st June.
English Heritage is pleased to provide free Managed Open Access to Stonehenge summer solstice. We ask that if you are planning to join us for this peaceful and special occasion that you read the Conditions of Entry and the information provided below before deciding whether to come.
Thursday 20 June 2024 |
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SOLSTICE CAR PARK OPENS | 19:00 hours |
ACCESS TO STONEHENGE MONUMENT FIELD | 19:00 hours |
SUNSET | 21:26 hours |
Friday 21 June 2024 |
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SUNRISE | 04:52 hours |
LAST ADMISSION TO SOLSTICE CAR PARK | 06:00 hours (or when full) |
STONEHENGE MONUMENT FIELD CLOSES | 08:00 hours |
SOLSTICE CAR PARK TO BE VACATED | 12:00 hours (noon) |
There is a 25-30 minute walk (approximately 1½ miles or 2km) from the Stonehenge Visitor Centre to Stonehenge. This walk is across National Trust downland which is uneven: sensible footwear and a torch are advisable.
There will be a shuttle bus to the stones operating once the monument field has been opened (see times above).
