The house was used as a filming location for the BBC television series 'The Manor Reborn' in 2011.
The garden layout includes a 'Meditation' garden designed to be viewed from the manor's upper windows.
Unlike many heritage sites, the National Trust permits visitors to sit on the furniture and read books in the library.
The manor’s structure incorporates fabric dating back to the 16th century, built upon foundations of an earlier religious building.
The estate is situated within a UNESCO World Heritage site shared with Stonehenge and associated monuments.
The interior rooms are decorated to mimic the personal styles of previous residents, such as Alexander Keiller, who lived there in the 1930s.
Avebury Manor is a rare example of a house where visitors are encouraged to touch the furniture and interact with the period-styled rooms. The interior reflects various eras of ownership, ranging from the Tudor period to the 20th century. It is located directly within the perimeter of the Neolithic Avebury Henge, the world's largest megalithic stone circle. The site features a 20th-century walled garden divided into distinct areas including a topiary garden and a kitchen garden. The house underwent a major restoration project in 2011 to re-present the interiors to reflect the changing tastes of previous occupants. It is managed by the National Trust and is located in the heart of a village that remains partially inside the ancient henge earthworks.
The view of the manor house framing the stone circle from the adjacent village lane.
Interact with the period rooms by sitting on the chairs or playing games provided in the drawing room.
Combine your house visit with a walk around the surrounding stone circle, which is accessible throughout the day.
Check the National Trust website before arriving for specific room availability, as some areas may be closed for private events.
Do not mistake the nearby Alexander Keiller Museum for the house itself; they are separate attractions managed by the same organization.
The house and gardens are generally open daily, but the house interior may have reduced access during the winter months.
Visitors are encouraged to sit on furniture, but avoid touching fragile museum-grade artifacts; keep paths clear in the gardens.
