- Week Five - Our Social Programme has taken us on yet another day trip, this time to Bath and Stonehenge! Starting our day off early, we hopped on a coach and headed west toward Bath. There, we explored the Roman Baths, drank some healing water and grabbed a light lunch. The ride from Bath to Stonehenge took around 1.5 hours, passing views of vast farmland fields. Stonehenge greeted us with slight rain, but also stunning views of the prehistoric stone monument. ROMAN BATHS This Roman site was constructed in 70AD and was used for public bathing. Walking through the museum, you can see a ton of artifacts and historical objects from the Roman period. Although you can't actually immerse yourself in the water, you can drink some "healing water" at the end of the tour. BATH ABBEY This landmark is a parish church of the Church of England and is located right next to Roman Baths. The architecture is stunning and the church itself is filled with a lot of history. Although we didn't go inside, the abbey was a marvel to look at and admire. THE FOOD Right outside of Bath Abbey and Roman Baths are a ton of stores, food stands and street performers to enjoy. We spent our free-time time walking around the square, listening to some music, and eating yummy food. STONEHENGE These prehistoric stones are located in Wiltshire, England and showcase a ring of standing stones. Archaeologists believe it was built from 3000BC to 2000BC, during the Neolithic period and Bronze Age. It is one of the most iconic and perplexing archaeological sites in the world. Our visit to Bath and Stonehenge was mesmerizing and really taught us a lot about the historical aspects of England. The monuments were truly something special, a must-see while in the UK.
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