27th October Advanced English Practice (C1/C2) - Summer Solstice at Stonehenge

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Today's episode is about a celebration that happens each year at Stonehenge. Listen here to find out more about it.  If you want to read along with the audio find the article ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Please help support the production of this podcast and the written articles by joining me on Patreon. This can be done for as little as £1 per month. Without your support, we won't be able to continue. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more details. If you want more information about private lessons at whatever level you need email me at [email protected] Check your understanding What is the significance of Stonehenge, and how does it relate to the summer solstice celebration? How does the summer solstice celebration at Stonehenge differ from the way the site is perceived during the rest of the year? Describe the atmosphere at Stonehenge during the summer solstice sunrise and the activities that take place during this event. What are some of the traditions and rituals observed during the Stonehenge summer solstice celebration, and who participates in these activities? What is the sense of community like at the summer solstice celebration, and what is the significance of people from various backgrounds coming together at Stonehenge?