Glaciers and ancient humans moved Stonehenge stone 400 miles By Talker News Jun 5, 2026 Jun 5, 2026 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save New information about Stonehenge's altar stone, circled in red, has been revealed. (Oli Scarff via SWNS) By Talker By Dean MurrayStonehenge's altar stone was likely transported more than 400 miles through a mix of glacial movement and human endeavor, according to new research. × This page requires Javascript. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. kA 4=2DDlQHA\3=@4<\A2C28C2A9Qm%96 DE@CJ @7 E96 DE@?6 2E E96 962CE @7 E96 >682=:E9 DECF4EFC6 @? $2=:D3FCJ !=2:? 92D 366? 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