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Archaeologists say they have proof humans carved huge pits near Stonehenge

Research team uses range of novel methods and equipment to analyse ‘extraordinary’ Durrington pit circle

The Guardian - UK

Tardis appears at British landmark for Doctor Who Day

Stonehenge featured in The Pandorica Opens episode of series five

The Independent UK

Just Stop Oil activists who sprayed Stonehenge with orange powder cleared of criminal damage

They cited human rights law in their defence

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‘No regrets’: activists who sprayed Stonehenge orange proud of ‘magic trick’

Just Stop Oil protesters say they knew action would not harm stones and law used to prosecute them was ‘insane’

The Guardian - UK

Three Just Stop Oil activists cleared over Stonehenge protest

Trio argued orange powder protest day before 2024 solstice was justified because of focus on climate emergency

The Guardian - UK

Weigh up protest rights before deciding JSO verdicts, Stonehenge jury told

Three Just Stop Oil supporters are accused of using two fire extinguishers filled with cornflour, talc and an orange dye to spray Stonehenge.

Evening Standard

Just Stop Oil protester drove to Stonehenge in grandmother’s car, court told

Salisbury Crown Court heard Luke Watson, Rajan Naidu and Niamh Lynch targeted Stonehenge as part of a protest by the Just Stop Oil group.

Evening Standard

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“An iconic band performing at one of the world’s most legendary landmarks, turned up to 11”: Spinal Tap’s final act is coming to cinemas in 2026

It’s a concert movie, filmed at – where else? - Stonehenge

MusicRadar

"They're really serious this time": Spinal Tap announce Stonehenge concert film of "final" show with Eric Clapton and Shania Twain

Spinal Tap At Stonehenge: The Final Finale will arrive in IMAX cinemas next year

Metal Hammer

Anti-oil activists sprayed Stonehenge orange for ‘maximum impact’, court told

Three defendants deny damaging ancient monument with orange powder as witnesses describe shock

The Guardian - UK

Elton John and Spin̈al Tap release new version of Stonehenge – and correct stage prop disaster

John takes lead vocal on mystical classic rock anthem and performs it live for scene in Spin̈al Tap II: The End Continues, released in September

The Guardian - UK

Neolithic farming halls older than Stonehenge discovered beneath school

Archaeologists say the discovery of what they believe is the largest hall found in Scotland is ‘exceptional’

The Independent UK

This Is Spinal Tap director insists Stonehenge scene was not inspired by Black Sabbath's stage prop blunder

Black Sabbath's hilarious Stonehenge gaffe happened after scene was written for Spinal Tap movie

Metal Hammer

‘Your favourite album is not as cool as any dinosaur’: set sail with New York art rock duo Water From Your Eyes

Playing on party boats, recreating Chili Peppers videos: the experimental pair are committed to the bit – with a new album influenced by lockdown, recovery and Stonehenge

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Stonehenge summer solstice sunrise draws record breaking crowd

A record breaking crowd of around 25,000 people celebrated the summer solstice this morning at Stonehenge, one of the few occasions visitors can walk among the stones.

The Independent UK

Thousands watch sunrise over Stonehenge during summer solstice heat

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Evening Standard

Thousands gather at Stonehenge for summer solstice as heatwave grips London and the UK

In the capital, the mercury had already climbed to 18C by 5am

The National (Scotland)

This ancient site in Scotland dating back 5000 years is 'older' than Stonehenge

See the ancient ceremonial site in Scotland dating back 5000 years that is 'older' than Stonehenge.

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Thousands gather at Stonehenge for summer solstice celebration

Combination of weekend timing and good weather could make this year’s event one of the busiest in years

The Independent UK

Astronomer reveals the exact time of this year’s summer solstice

The summer solstice occurs when Earth reaches the point in its orbit where the North Pole is angled closest to the Sun

The Independent UK

What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?

Twice per year, New Yorkers and visitors are treated to a phenomenon known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers

The Guardian - UK

Life and work of Thomas Hardy to be performed at Stonehenge

Readings and performances will be staged at the ‘misfortune of ruins’ that long fascinated the writer

The Guardian - UK

How much do you know about these legendary English people and places? Take our quiz

Is your knowledge of England’s castles, forts and abbeys in ruins? Or do you know your Dover from your Tintagel? This quiz will test you

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Solar eclipse shines over Stonehenge in stunning photo from Astrophotographer Josh Dury

'Capturing the partial solar eclipse from the iconic landmark at Stonehenge was awe-inspiring in more ways than one'

Evening Standard

Just Stop Oil's craziest protests: from spray painting Stonehenge to storming the West End

A final protest has been set for next month as the organisation reflects on “a new strategy”

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