For further information found in Ridgeway blogs and articles. Here we share with you the hidden gems of The Ridgeway: the henges, the burial chambers, the mysteries behind the hillforts, the geology of The Ridgeway, literary geniuses along The Ridgeway. animals and birds you are likely to encounter on The Ridgeway, What else is there? Well, perhaps a few hints about getting to the start and away from the finish!
We’ve been blessed with the continued co-operation of two parties (in no particular order other than by aphabet!), These are :
- Hedley Thorne photographer extraordinaire
- The Ridgeway National Trail office who have been so helpful along the way
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Getting to and from The RidgewaySome might be put off by the apparent remoteness of both ends of The Ridgeway: Avebury and Ivinghoe Beacon. But Ridgeway transport is really not that difficult. Here we help to navigate this
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The Ridgeway: England’s Oldest Road?There is quite some confusion regarding The Ridgeway’s claim to be England’s Oldest Road. The truth is that The Ridgeway forms part of England’s Oldest Road: the Icknield Way, which ran from Wiltshire to Norfolk.r
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Hillforts on The RidgewayOne of Britain’s hidden treasures is its hillforts. There are believed to be about 5,000 in the United Kingdom. But what are they? When did they come about?