În 1915, Stonehenge a fost vândut la licitație cu 6.600 de lire. Trei ani mai târziu, cumpărătorul a donat celebra ruină Marii Britanii

In 1915, Cecil Chubb unexpectedly purchased Stonehenge at an auction for £6,600, believing it should belong to someone from Salisbury. Originally a private property, it was sold after the Antrobus family faced several deaths. Chubb later donated the site to the nation in 1918, emphasizing public access with a nominal entry fee. His impulsive purchase marked a significant shift in Stonehenge's status from a neglected ruin to a national treasure, managed by English Heritage today. Chubb's donation included a condition that limited entry fees, ensuring the site remained accessible to the public.