Avebury, The Diamond Stone, North Entrance c.1955
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Photo of Avebury, The Diamond Stone, North Entrance c.1955

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The Diamond stone sits alongside the Devizes to Swindon main road that goes through the village. The impressive lozenge-shaped stone came from a surface outcrop of sarsen stones (the word sarsen derives from Saracen, and means stranger) which can be found on the Marlborough Downs about two miles away. The famous Ridgeway long-distance path passes close by, a path that has been used by man for some 6,000 years and is still in use today.

A Selection of Memories from Avebury

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Avebury is an interesting place to visit for history, archaeology and garden interests. My wife, Elizabeth, and I saw it on Sunday 24th April in bright hot sunshine when the stones are at their best; brilliantly reflecting sunlight and also casting dark shadows. The nearby Manor House and gardens are very attractive and have amazing amounts of topiary. I also liked the Alexander Keiller ...see more