# Silbury Hill, Marlborough — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Europe's largest prehistoric human-made mound rises mysteriously from the Wiltshire countryside near Avebury, offering families a glimpse into ancient history. Parking and an onsite restaurant make visiting easy, though steep terrain limits accessibility. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/marlborough/attractions/silbury-hill (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Historical Landmark # Silbury Hill Avebury [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17202573508485219682&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Pete / Hel](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/118232217425178651009) **In short:** Silbury Hill is a historical landmark in Marlborough, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 407 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Silbury Hill Europe's largest prehistoric human-made mound rises mysteriously from the Wiltshire countryside near Avebury, offering families a glimpse into ancient history. Parking and an onsite restaurant make visiting easy, though steep terrain limits accessibility. ## What's nearby - The Farm at Avebury 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** Open 24 hours **Tuesday** Open 24 hours **Wednesday** Open 24 hours **Thursday** Open 24 hours **Friday** Open 24 hours **Saturday** Open 24 hours **Sunday** Open 24 hours Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Koen](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105849825865985085531/reviews) ★★★★★ Anyone constructing an artificial mound in a hilly area must have a very specific and compelling reason for doing so. The reasoning behind Sillbury Hill will likely remain a mystery. At 39.3 meters high, Sillbury Hill is one of the highest artificial historical mounds in the world. It is part of the complex of Neolithic monuments around Avebury and can only be viewed from a distance. · via Google [Rik](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108343434915048889876/reviews) ★★★★★ Well yes it's a hill and we'll yes we don't know a lot about it. This is true. Built around 2400 BC so Bronze Age this amazing artificial mound, the tallest in Europe is 30 metres high. You can't climb it anymore for it's own protection but a dedicated, free, carpark has been provided which is super easy to access and there is a nice viewing area with two sets of pretty informative information boards. It might not be the mist impressive monument to look upon bits importance is absolutely unprecedented and it's a privilege to be even a tiny part of this monuments history. If your touring the local monuments anyway add this, it's only 3 minutes from Avebury. · via Google [Irina Springate](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101851011896424983639/reviews) ★★★★★ Mystical and very beautiful place to visit. River Kennet is near by. Scenic surroundings with picturesque fields. National trust car park is very expensive so many people are parking on the road ( free of charge), short walk from men made pyramid, which you can't miss. Very impressive and eye catching wonder of the Neolithic world for sure! Climbing on the top of the pyramid is not allowed ( you can see signs which states that). Nevertheless, we have been told by very helpful local guy, that it is favourite druids place and they are often climbing on the top of it to perform their rituals. Also, apparently, the UFO been seen hovering above the pyramid in 2020. Some pictures of UFO could be found in google. · via Google [William Ruhlig](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106062175439439993968/reviews) ★★★★★ It's rather surreal seeing the mound rise up from the surrounding terrain. One can only wonder at what reason people had to undertake such a monumental effort. Apparently similar in volume to the pyramids and the largest mound from prehistory in Europe. Impressive. The whole area and all it's ancient sites are. Be warned, the walking paths between the hill and Avebury are very slippy and muddy (at least when I visited. December) · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48715e802c866843:0xeebbd1767bce8562!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this historical mound is a must-see location in the Avebury area, offering a mysterious ancient building and an amazing atmosphere. They also highlight the convenient and never-too-busy car park along the A4, with good information panels. Others also mention it's best admired from a distance to appreciate its mass in the rural landscape. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** A4, West Kennet, Marlborough, SN8 1QH [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.4157321%2C-1.8574235) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (407 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 4+ **Setting** Outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Marlborough [More attractions in Marlborough](https://staycation.co.uk/marlborough/attractions) ★ 4.6 (407 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/silbury-hill/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01672 539250](tel:01672539250) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Marlborough **Postcode** SN8 1QH **Plus Code** 9C3WC48V+72 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48715e802c866843:0xeebbd1767bce8562!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48715e802c866843:0xeebbd1767bce8562!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48715e802c866843:0xeebbd1767bce8562!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Marlborough Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call Silbury Hill on +44 370 333 1181. ## More near Silbury Hill ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Avebury Life B&B ★ 4.6 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/marlborough/hotels/avebury-life-b-b) - [Silbury House ★ 5.0 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/avebury/hotels/silbury-house) - [The Old Forge 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/east-kennett/hotels/the-old-forge) - [BandB Dorwyn Manor ★ 4.9 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/avebury/hotels/bandb-dorwyn-manor) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Old Bakehouse 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wiltshire/cottages/the-old-bakehouse-syk1123916) - [Avebury Cottage 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wiltshire/cottages/avebury-cottage-uk11384) - [Middle Farm Cottage 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wiltshire/cottages/middle-farm-cottage-uk46526) - [Nine Acres Barn 4.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/wiltshire/cottages/nine-acres-barn-syk985228) ### Campsites nearby - [Bridge Farm ★ 5.0 · 4.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/devizes/camping/bridge-farm) - [The Crown Inn ★ 4.5 · 4.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/devizes/camping/the-crown-inn) - [Blackland Lakes ★ 4.4 · 5.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/marlborough/camping/blackland-lakes) - [Willowbank Lodges ★ 4.8 · 6.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/pewsey/camping/willowbank-lodges) ### Things to do nearby - [Avebury Stone Circle ★ 4.8 · 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/marlborough/attractions/avebury-stone-circle) - [Alexander Keiller Museum ★ 4.1 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/avebury/attractions/alexander-keiller-museum) - [The Ridgeway National Trail ★ 4.6 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/avebury/attractions/the-ridgeway-national-trail) - [Atwell Wilson Motor Museum ★ 4.7 · 5.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/calne/attractions/atwell-wilson-motor-museum)