Children build Stonehenge adventure playground

Children will build their own temporary playground near the historic monument

Children have been invited to build a temporary adventure playground next to Stonehenge to learn more about how it was built.

Playhenge, at the visitor centre in Salisbury, is a collaboration between English Heritage and the Woodland Tribe.

Organisers said the project would reflect the "spirit" of the people who built the ancient monument some 5,000 years ago.

Assistant event manager Lucy O'Connor said it would be a "playful" and "hands on" way to learn about its history.

Ms O'Connor said Playhenge would reflect the "spirit" of those who built Stonehenge 5,000 years ago

"It was a community of people who came together here 5,000 years ago to build something really special.

"We're just using that spirit of collaboration and innovation here to bring families together to build something special."

The scheme is open to children of all ages to take part, and will include a special area for those under five.

Ms O'Connor said there would also be quieter sessions with access to ear defenders and all materials used would be "sustainable and natural".

'Led by imagination'

"I'm excited to see young people use real tools and get some experience with making something.

"It will be led by their imagination so I'm looking forward to seeing what structures they create," she added.

Playhenge will run from 17 May to 4 June.