Rollright Stones
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
A trio of neolithic and Bronze Age stone monuments in England, fabled to be a king and his knights petrified by a witch, marking ancient ritual sites.

πŸ“œ Neolithic and Bronze Age stone monuments with over 5000 years of history.
πŸ” Consists of the King's Men stone circle, the Whispering Knights burial chamber, and the King Stone.

Why Go

✨ Dark Sky Discovery Site, excellent for stargazing
πŸ§™β€β™€οΈ Explore ancient ritual sites steeped in local legends
πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Accessible to wheelchairs and push chairs
πŸ“š Educational visits can be arranged with expert guides

Why Avoid

πŸ…ΏοΈ Limited parking, can overflow at busy times
🚫 Organised events require prior booking and permission
🀫 Site may occasionally be closed for special events

Tips

πŸŒ• Plan stargazing when there is no bright moon for darkest skies.
⚠️ Do not sit or climb on the stones to help safeguard the monuments.
πŸš— Do not leave valuables in your car in the lay-bys.

Cost

πŸ’° Β£2 per adult, Β£1 per child 7-16, under 7s free.

Hours

πŸ•’ Open daily all year round, accessible at night for stargazers.

πŸ…ΏοΈ Parking

Limited to approximately 18 spaces in two lay-bys; often overflows onto verges.

🚻 Toilets

Available at Wyatts garden centre, about 1 mile east of the Stones.

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