druids

Sacred ancient ‘solstice’ tree visited by thousands of Druids every year destroyed in ‘arson attack’

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A sacred ancient ‘solstice’ tree which dates back 500 years and attracts thousands of Druids each year has been destroyed in a suspected arson attack. Dramatic pictures show the 40ft-high Whiteleaved Oak near Eastnor Castle in Herefordshire engulfed in flames. Believers say the tree – nominated for UK tree of the year in 2014 – … Read more

Security guards patrol Stonehenge to keep revellers away as druids prepare to watch virtual sunrise 

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Security guards are patrolling Stonehenge in a bid to keep revellers away from celebrating the summer solstice. The monument, on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, is a firm favourite for watching the sunrise and sunset on what is the longest day of the year. Traditionally thousands of druids, hippies and party-goers flock to the famous landmark … Read more

Security guards patrol Stonehenge to keep out druids and pagans

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Coronavirus cancels spring! Security guards patrol Stonehenge to keep out druids and pagans hoping to celebrate equinox ritual at neolithic site Druids have visited the site of Stonehenge on the first day of spring since 2000 However, they were unable to visit today as English Heritage closed the site  Closing of all English Heritage sites … Read more