Wiltshire Police are urging visitors intending to celebrate the Summer Solstice at Stonehenge to use public transport to and from the site on Friday evening into Saturday because of an expected increase in numbers.
The event, which is managed by English Heritage with support from the police and other partners, often attracts thousands of people.
“We are looking forward to another safe and enjoyable solstice event,” Superintendent Gavin Williams told Marlborough News Online. “As Solstice occurs at the start of the weekend this year, we anticipate higher numbers of people attending and therefore more vehicles in the area. “Parking is limited at the site and we advise people to use public transport such as the Salisbury Solstice bus service wherever possible to avoid disappointment.
“Vehicles will be turned away once the available space has been filled and any vehicles parked illegally will be dealt with appropriately.”
He added: “The surrounding roads, in particular the A303, A360 and A345 are likely to be extremely busy with long delays possible. We are working closely with English Heritage and the Highways department on this issue but would advise non solstice traffic to avoid the area if possible.”
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