English Heritage offers private access to Stonehenge for first time in 125 years
English Heritage has announced that private after-hours access to Stonehenge will be available for the first time in 125 years, offering exclusive visits to the ancient monument.
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For the first time in 125 years, members of the public are being given the chance to visit Stonehenge in guaranteed complete solitude. Throughout August, English Heritage is offering one advance ticket holder per day private after-hours access to the ancient stone circle. Anyone who books an advance ticket for next month will automatically be entered into a daily prize draw. The initiative marks a rare opportunity to experience the monument without the usual crowds, as English Heritage opens the site for exclusive visits. The announcement comes as part of a broader effort to offer unique experiences at historic sites. The prize draw is open to all who purchase tickets in advance, with one winner selected each day for the duration of August.
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The report highlights the novelty of the offer, emphasising the 'first time in 125 years' and the 'guaranteed complete solitude' aspect. It also provides clear details on how the prize draw works, with a local Wiltshire context. The tone is straightforward and factual, without any critical or promotional slant.
- “For the first time in 125 years, members of the public are being given the chance to visit Stonehenge in guaranteed complete solitude.”
- “Every day throughout August, English Heritage is giving one advance ticket holder private access to the world famous stone circle.”
- “Anyone booking an advance ticket for next month will automatically be entered into a daily prize draw.”
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