Welcome back and running, the Fabulous King Arthur’s Stonehenge, Glastonbury and Avebury Small Group Day Tour
29th October 2025
Best Value Tours are very happy to have the fabulous King Arthur’s Stonehenge, Glastonbury and Avebury Small Group Day Tour, back running and live to book. A beautiful and magical indulgence into the Legendary World King Arthur. A day full of magic, mystic and enchantment as we venture to ancient Stonehenge, historic Glastonbury and closely related to Stonehenge, The Avebury Stone Circle. Full details below and you will find our secure link to if you choose book.
Mystical Glastonbury Abbey said to be the final resting place of King Arthur
Visiting Stonehenge, Glastonbury, and Avebury, your expert guide will bring alive the fascinating legends and historical mysteries surrounding King Arthur. At Stonehenge, explore theories linking the monument to Merlin, Arthur’s legendary wizard, said to have used his magic to move the massive stones. In Glastonbury, often called the mythical Isle of Avalon, visit the ruins of Glastonbury Abbey.
Believed to be Arthur’s final resting place and hear tales of the Holy Grail said to have been buried nearby by Joseph of Arimathea. Finally, at Avebury, wander among the ancient stone circles steeped in Celtic mythology and ancient ritual, and discover how these sacred landscapes became entwined with Arthurian legend, blending myth, mysticism, and Britain’s deep past.
Glastonbury Tor
King Arthur’s Stonehenge, Glastonbury and Avebury – Small Group Day Tour
Step into the world of myth and mystery on this captivating small-group day tour that brings the legends of King Arthur to life. Journey through the heart of England to explore some of its most enigmatic and sacred sites — Stonehenge, Glastonbury, and Avebury. With a maximum of just 16 guests, you’ll enjoy a truly personal and immersive experience as centuries of history, legend, and folklore unfold before you.
Your adventure begins with an early arrival at the awe-inspiring Stonehenge, giving you the rare chance to experience the ancient monument before the crowds. As your knowledgeable guide reveals its mysteries and theories, you’ll have time to reflect on the monument’s monumental presence and enduring purpose.
Continue west into the mystical lands of Glastonbury, long associated with King Arthur and the fabled Isle of Avalon. Visit Glastonbury Abbey, said to be Arthur’s final resting place, and explore the serene Chalice Well Gardens, a site of spiritual legend and natural beauty.
Your journey concludes at Avebury, home to the largest stone circle in Britain. Wander among the vast stones, explore the charming thatched village nestled within, and uncover even more Arthurian connections. This intimate tour invites you to experience England’s ancient soul — where myth, history, and wonder intertwine.
Avebury Stone Circle
Tour Highlights
Explore King Arthur’s legendary realm on a small group day trip.
Visit Stonehenge first to avoid crowds and admire its ancient mystery.
Discover Glastonbury Abbey, King Arthur’s gravesite, and the Holy Grail legends.
Experience the tranquil beauty of Chalice Well Gardens.
Wander through the colossal ancient stone circles of Avebury on a guided walk.
Access unique sites that larger coaches cannot reach.
Enjoy a captivating journey through mystical landscapes and rich history.
Mystical Stonehenge
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King Arthur’s Stonehenge, Glastonbury and Avebury – Small Group Day Tour
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Recommended as Stonehenge Experts
Here at Best Value Tour we are proud of our Owner and Principal British Olympian Paul Harmsworth. Paul developed our exceptional and entirely free Stonehenge Customer Service, from his great personal passion of Stonehenge. From as a young child spending time playing at the stones and picnicking, visiting with his family as his grandparents lived close by in Amesbury. A passion much indulged with a 2 year spell working at Stonehenge, a time he remembers most fondly around 20 years ago and 18 years since, helping 1000’s of guests get the best Stonehenge experience possible.
When Paul first visited Stonehenge in the 1960’s, it was very different than today. Firstly, Wiltshire back then was very rural and very quite. As time went on and the road networks developed; Wiltshire’s wealth of ancient and more recent historic histories, all set in a region of outstanding natural beauty, became more accessible to visitors. Thus evolved to the iconic and mystical region visited by many each year, taking away lasting wonderful memories.
Stonehenge has somewhat of a varied history of fences, no fences, charging for entrance and not charging. Fortunately a period around 1963-1977 when Paul was young, Stonehenge was completely open, no fences, no staff or security. Was a popular destination for locals for summer weekend picnics of which Paul has warm memories (there is apparently a picture of him there in the 1960’s we are trying to locate).
History of fences/no fences at Stonehenge
Stonehenge, one of the world’s most famous prehistoric monuments, has a fascinating history not only in terms of its construction and purpose but also regarding how the public has accessed it over the centuries. In the early 1800s, the site was privately owned by the Antrobus family (famous local philanthropists, a name still known locally at the popular historic Antrobus Hotel still in Amesbury), and visitors could approach the stones freely, wandering among them across the Salisbury Plain without restrictions.
However, as visitor numbers grew and concerns about potential damage increased, the family introduced an entrance fee of one shilling in 1901. This was done to help fund the protection and maintenance of the monument and marked the first time that public access came with a cost.
In addition to charging an entrance fee, early efforts to protect Stonehenge included the introduction of fences, which were installed in the early 20th century. These fences were intended to prevent vandalism and manage the growing crowds of visitors while preserving the integrity of the stones.
When Sir Cecil Chubb purchased Stonehenge in 1918 and subsequently donated it to the nation, he stipulated that local residents should retain free access and that the general admission fee for other visitors would remain minimal. Over the decades, fences were adjusted and, at times, removed, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s when restoration work, including the re-erection of fallen trilithons, aimed to restore the monument and its surrounding landscape.
By 1977, fences fully enclosed the stone circle to safeguard it, limiting public access to controlled paths and special arrangements. Today, visitors can still enjoy close views of Stonehenge, but touching the stones is prohibited, and entry to the inner circle is reserved for solstice celebrations or exclusive tours. Modern management by English Heritage ensures a balance between preservation and tourism, allowing people from around the world to experience the monument safely while maintaining its enduring mystery and historical significance.