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Stonehenge, a wonderful tourist destination, is known for its magnificent built and beautiful view. It’s quite astonishing that this site attracts over 1 million tourists annually on average, thanks to its stunning beauty and historic significance. But with so much tourists coming every year, you may wonder what is the best day to visit Stonehenge. Well, any day of the year could be a good one to visit this wonderful monument. But some days relatively offer a more convenient and comfortable experience than others. For example, busy or working days may have a less number of tourists than holidays and weekends. This might result in possible lowering of prices and an increased time of exploration. Likewise, visiting Stonehenge in the morning or near sunset may allow you to capture some spectacular photos. In this article, we’ll go over all your concerns regarding the perfect time of the year, week, and day to enjoy visiting this landmark. So, let’s begin: What Is the Best Day of the Year to Visit Stonehenge? Stonehenge remains open to local tourists and everyone around the world for almost the entire year. The only exception is Christmas Day, and rightly so. Who would want to spend the 25th December spectacular away from their hometown? You can schedule a visit any day of the rest of the year. But which day remains the best one? Visit Stonehenge During Solstice to Understand Its Significance Many curious minds visit Stonehenge half day tour and full day tours, mainly to have a close-up view and understand its significance. If you’re one of those curious minds looking to understand its purpose from the closest possible perspective, visit it during Winter and Summer Solstices. Winter and Summer Solstices are the shortest and longest days of the year. The connection between Solstices and Stonehenge is deep. Here’s the significance in that regard: During Winter Solstice, the sunset event is perfectly aligned with the Heel stone. Enjoy this beautiful view on December 21st. During Summer Solstice, the sunrise event gets lined up with the Heel stone, offering a breathtaking view from outside the Stone Circle. Enjoy this remarkable view on June 21st. Visit Stonehenge Outside Solstice Months for a Convenient Experinece If you’re a comfort-lover and want a smooth experience, avoid visiting Stonehenge during Solstice days. While Solstices let you understand the purpose of Stonehenge, these are the times when Stonehenge is fully crowded. Therefore, schedule your tour outside of Solstices months. The best way is to visit the landmark during March to April or September to October months. That’s because the weather is relatively enjoyable during these times. What Is the Best Day of the Week to Visit Stonehenge? Stonehenge is open on all weekdays as well as on the weekends. But ideally, you should visit Stonehenge during the weekdays and avoid weekends, particularly Friday and Saturday. Weekends are the days when Stonehenge remains fully crowded. So, have a more comfortable experience by visiting this landmark anyday from Monday to Friday. What Is the Best Time of the Day to Visit Stonehenge? Early in the morning before 11 AM is simply the best time. Avoid visiting the monument in the afternoon, especially during summers. Most of the people find their way down to Salisburry in the afternoon, since it’s the time when the temperature becomes moderate enough. Reach Stonehenge at around 10 AM. Spend the entire hour exploring the stones from different perspectives and capture some photos from various angles. Once you’re done exploring the monument, visit other spots nearby, as there plenty of things to do in this area. Visit Stonehenge Visitor Centre, a specially designed centre that facilitates Stonehenge tourists. Explore various artworks, paintings, and ancient artefacts brought from different countries. Visit Neolethic houses and explore the life during the prehistoric times. These houses represent the simple yet tough life of the Neolithic era. Refresh and rewind at cafes and restaurants near Stonehenge. Try out the traditional meal, snack, and beverage options to make your tour memorable. Conclusion Visiting Stonehenge is a delightful experience that you won’t easily forget. Any time of the day or the day of the year ensures a superb trip. So, the perfect time largely depends on your own preferences. If you’re a comfort-lover, visit during the weekdays early in the morning. If you like socializing and blending in with other tourists like you, visit Stonehenge in the afternoon over the weekends.

Thank you Marisa, just wanted to get a clearer picture before starting anything. I am so glad I joined this group, everyone has been very helpful.

I took your advice and called as soon as they opened, managed to get through after only ten minutes. So glad I spoke to them, apparently they hadn’t received the documents that the ATO supposedly sent them in January! We start again!!

The issue is whether she is an "eligible NZ citizen" or not, which is defined under social security legislation rather than immigration law. If she is then it's a 309, if she's not then it's a 461. You don't have a choice in the matter. Some info and further links here: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/entering-and-leaving-australia/new-zealand-citizens/entitlements

She has a scv 444 visa so apparently I can

Surely you're not eligible to apply for a 309/100?

It won't really matter from a tax point of view. Once you're resident in the UK, you'll be liable to pay UK tax on the interest whether it's sitting in your Australian bank account or in your UK one.

My wife is a NZ passport holder and we want to live in Australia. Would I be better applying for a 461 visa or a 309/100 visa?

Just a scenario but if I have sold my house and the money is in my Australian bank account, container on it's way to the UK. I have dealt with all outstanding bills here, now have flights booked, so when do I transfer my money to my UK account which I have kept open, do I do it now or when I get to the UK, or do I wait until I am about to purchase a home? Thank you in advance

I think what ken is saying is that only the increase in the value from when you inherited it is taxed. Not the whole amount. You should look at the valuation on transfer to you to establish growth. This will be taxed at your marginal rate. The longer you leave it the more growth therefore more tax to pay.

I went through this procedure last year to get a NT tax code and telephoned HMRC and had to insist to be put through to a tax technician (their term) . They said they were nine months behind in processing these forms and the computer had logged the form from the ATO . I managed to persuade her to deal with it on the phone as she had the documents in front of her and i received the NT code two weeks later .

I have managed to get through by ringing the second the lines are open , or they do reply to e mails

OK thanks that makes sense.

Im not sure this is correct. If I take it as a lump sum now I get taxed at income tax rate. If I tax it once retired my income tax will be lower

Or you have kids!

Except when the eGates blow up

it's been some time since i went...that sounds great.

It's the same queue: " There are over 270 eGates in place at 15 air and rail ports in the UK to enable quicker travel into the UK. You can normally use eGates if you: have a biometric symbol on the cover of your passport are aged 10+ (10 to 17 year olds must be accompanied by an adult) are either: a British citizen a national of an EU country, Australia, Canada, Iceland, Japan, Liechtenstein, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland or the USA a member of the Registered Traveller Service"

After holding on the phone for 1hr on Monday and being cut off by my telco provider, holding for a further 55 fruitless minutes tonight, I’m at my wits end! Does anyone know an easier way to contact HMRC? Ive tried logging on to the app, but it requires identity verification and it asks for details such as UK passport, UK driving licence, UK postcode, none of which I have as I’ve been in Australia for ten years! Im trying to check the status of a tax refund request sent from the ATO to HMRC following work carried out by BDH Tax. The completed documents left the ATO in January. Any pointers would be greatly appreciated!

What i do....Exit and Enter Australia on Australian passprt, as you're meant to. Arrive at UK...look at queues. Choose quickest passport to enter, which you then also use to leave. Holiday to Vietnam? Enter with UK passport, no VISA required for up to 45 days.

under the threshold, just want to avoid hassle and UK delay. My Uncle died in UK in June last year, they've only just granted probate for something very straightforward.

Will he still be liable for UK inheritance tax as he is on a temporary visa?

thanks Ken

Actually, if you crouch down and photograph them from the kerb, they probably will look better than they do in that aerial shot.