Booking choice: The inner circle, Lacock and Bath day, from $222 per person. Check dates Tour details
English Heritage puts it plainly: the stone circle is in an exposed position, and visitors should wrap up warm whatever time of year they visit. On a dawn or dusk session, that matters even more.
The rest of the day is walking: the lanes of Lacock and the streets of Bath. Plan clothes and food for a 10.5-hour day that guests describe as long.
The quick answer
Wear warm layers and a waterproof jacket, add a hat and gloves from December to March, and choose comfortable, sturdy shoes: English Heritage calls sensible footwear essential. Bring snacks and water, because food is not included and one guest found little time to buy it. Toilets are at the visitor centre, not at the stones. Do not touch or stand on the stones.
What should you wear to Stonehenge?
Layers you can add or remove, topped with a waterproof, windproof jacket.
English Heritage advises wrapping up warm at any time of year, because the circle is exposed. One guest on the inner circle tour wrote: "It was cold, wet and windy, so dress appropriately." A fleece or light down layer packs small for Bath in the afternoon.
Packed and ready? Inner circle dates restart in December, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Check dates for the inner circle, Lacock and Bath dayWhich shoes should you wear?
Comfortable, sturdy shoes with grip: English Heritage calls sensible footwear essential because the ground around the stones is uneven grass.
You will also walk Lacock's lanes and Bath's streets, so leave new shoes at home. The tour asks for moderate fitness.
Is it cold at Stonehenge even in summer?
It can be: the stones stand in the open with no shelter, and the inner circle sessions are early morning or evening, the coolest parts of the day.
Winter dates (December to March) need a hat, gloves and a warm coat. In summer a light waterproof and a warm layer are usually enough, but check the forecast the night before.
What should you bring to eat and drink?
Snacks and a water bottle: food and drinks are not included, and one guest said time to buy food is short.
One guest advised: "Make sure to bring snacks because there is limited time to get food at any of the stops." The main meal stop is about 45 minutes at the George Inn in Lacock, at your own expense. The Stonehenge visitor centre café sells grab-and-go food such as soup and pasties, and English Heritage says there are plenty of picnic spots (English Heritage visitor questions).
Need the plan for the day? The inner circle tour stops at the George Inn in Lacock for your meal.
Explore the inner circle, Lacock and Bath day Tour detailsAre there toilets at the stones?
No: toilets are at the visitor centre, not at the stone circle, so go before you board the shuttle.
The shuttle from the visitor centre to the stones takes 5 to 10 minutes, and you need to be ready to board it 10 minutes before your session.
What are the rules at the stones?
Do not touch or stand on the stones; photos are allowed.
Dogs other than assistance dogs are not allowed in the field where the stones stand. In wet weather, access inside the circle may be stopped for health and safety, and your group is guided beyond the outer walkway instead. More in the inner circle guide.
What is the full packing list?
Pack light: you carry everything from Stonehenge to Lacock to Bath.
- Waterproof, windproof jacket
- A warm mid-layer, plus hat and gloves in winter
- Comfortable shoes with grip
- Snacks and a refillable water bottle
- Card or cash for the George Inn and Bath
- Phone and a power bank for a long day of photos
- Your Roman Baths ticket or upgrade, if you want the museum
- Any medication you need during the day
All packed? Choose the 5:30 AM sunrise or the 10 AM sunset departure.
Check dates for the inner circle, Lacock and Bath dayTravelling with children or a pushchair?
Children aged 3 to 16 book at the child rate on the flagship (under-3s must be requested).
The flagship tour is listed as stroller accessible. See Roman Baths on a day trip and sunrise or sunset to plan around a small child's day.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need hiking boots for Stonehenge?
No. Comfortable, sturdy shoes with grip are enough; English Heritage calls sensible footwear essential because the ground is uneven.
Can I bring food to Stonehenge?
Yes. English Heritage allows picnics on site, and the visitor centre café sells grab-and-go food. Food is not included on the tour.
Is there a dress code inside the stone circle?
No dress code, only rules: do not touch or stand on the stones. Dress for the weather.
Should I bring an umbrella?
A waterproof jacket is easier on open, windy ground and keeps your hands free for photos.
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before on every option. Prices are from-prices in USD and move with the season.
Stonehenge Inner Circle, Lacock & Bath
- English Heritage stone circle access outside normal opening hours
- Guided walk in Lacock, with an optional meal at the George Inn (own expense)
- Panoramic tour of Bath; Roman Baths entry only with the upgrade option
Stonehenge Inner Circle & Windsor
- Stone circle access at Stonehenge outside normal opening hours
- Time in Windsor; Windsor Castle entry only with the inclusive option
- Expert guide, personal audio headset, coach with wifi and USB chargers
