Summer Solstice at Stonehenge – Magical Once-In-A-Lifetime Experience

On the longest day of the year, thousands of people from around the world gather to honour this ancient moment of spiritual and cultural significance. For our ancestors, the Summer Solstice marked the peak of the sun's power – a time of abundance, fertility and light. Stonehenge's precise alignment with the solstice sunrise is no coincidence – it may well have been created to celebrate this extraordinary turning point in the year, when the sun reaches its highest point before the days begin to shorten once more.
During the Summer Solstice, music, dancing, singing and centuries-old rituals fill the air. 🥁🎶 The sunrise is welcomed with joy, gratitude and an outpouring of good energy. Many come simply to embrace the vibrant, mystical atmosphere and share the moment with thousands of like-minded people.
It’s also one of the only times you can stand right among the sacred stones and even touch them. The stone circle opens to the public just twice a year – during the Winter and Summer Solstices. On any other day, Stonehenge is roped off and can only be viewed from around 10 metres away. 🚧
And the best part? Entry during these rare solstice celebrations is completely free – while on a normal day, visiting Stonehenge costs around £30.
See Guardian and BBC articles about last year's event:

• https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/gallery/2025/jun/21/2025-summer-solstice-at-stonehenge-in-pictures
• https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cg75gp1y233o

ITINERARY
23:00 Meet outside Hotel Novotel London West, 1 Shortlands, W6 8DR (a five-minute walk from Hammersmith Station)
23:15 Sharp departure
02:00 Arrive at Stonehenge
03:00 Free time next to Stonehenge
04:52 Sunrise
06:30 Meet next to the minibus for departure
09:00 London, Hammersmith
WHAT TO BRING

• Please wear sensible footwear – the car park and area around Stonehenge are grassy fields and can be uneven underfoot
• Warm, waterproof clothing – please note that large umbrellas are not permitted during the Solstice
• Small torch for walking to the stone circle
• Small ground sheet and/or blanket
• Food and drinks to keep you fuelled throughout the morning
  

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• Large bags – only small bags (approximately 30cm x 25cm x 15cm) are permitted, in line with current security measures. Bag checks may be carried out, with illegal items confiscated and entry refused.
• Alcohol and drugs
• Drones
• Glass – this is to protect livestock and wildlife that graze in the area, plus visitors who walk barefoot during Solstice.
  

TRANSPORT
As on most of our trips, we'll travel in a comfortable 16-seater minibus.
TRAVELLING TO THE MEETING POINT
The meeting point is accessible by normal tube service – please allow extra time for your journey. Last trains run around midnight, so Night Tube or special arrangements shouldn't be necessary.
BOOKING
You’re welcome to book and pay via Eventbrite. However, to get the best price and avoid the Eventbrite commission (around £7), we recommend booking directly through our Meetup page or emailing us at [email protected]
THE PRICE OF £80 INCLUDES

• Transport throughout the trip
• Experienced, professional PSV minibus driver
• Full commentary where appropriate
• Stonehenge parking fee
• Professional event organisation
• Group first aid kit with qualified first aiders
• Admin fee
• 20% VAT

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Personal insurance (for cancellation, accident, health, emergency evacuation and loss, theft of or damage to baggage and personal effects, and personal trekking insurance)
• Food

HOW TO CONTACT US
For all enquiries, please email us at [email protected] We'll usually get back to you within 4 hours.
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