Stonehenge. The most iconic prehistoric monument in the world. And yet its story is still so enigmatic.
In this episode, host Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr Sue Greaney to shine a light on Stonehenge’s history and evolution, from the Neolithic Period, through to the Bronze Age, as well as the people who built it.Â
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