Stonehenge 2003
Given the recent discovery of the remains of a wooden henge near Stonehenge, those in the know are saying that theories that the stone circle existed in "splendid isolation" can now be put to rest. I would say so given that there have been lots of recent discoveries in the area, proving that these sites are regional in nature.
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Archaeologists unearth Neolithic henge at Stonehenge, BBC News, 22 July 2010
The circular ditch surrounding a smaller circle of deep pits about a metre (3ft) wide has been unearthed at the world-famous site in Wiltshire. Archaeologists used radar imaging to find this circle, and believe timber posts were in the pits. Continue reading →
There was an interesting find at a long term dig in Britain last year. Touted as possibly being the grave of a druid circa CE 43, the group Honouring the Ancient Dead is asking for respectful treatment of these remains. There is also a link to a find in Israel of a 12,000 year old grave believed to be that of an ancient shaman.