Upon A White Horse by Peter Ross

In Upon A White Horse: Journeys in Ancient Britain and Ireland, Pete Ross leads us beyond the familiar tourist trail and into the landscapes, myths, and human efforts that keep Britain’s ancient monuments alive. From Stonehenge at mid-winter dawn to midsummer at Sycamore Gap, and from Ireland’s bog bodies to Dorset’s chalk giants, this is a journey that offers so much more than an exploration of the ancient sites.

What truly sets this book apart is Ross’s engaging and quietly charming voice. By choosing to focus not only on the monuments themselves but the people who care about them he presents the ancient sites as alive with human presence, revealing their continued relevance in the modern world.

Reflective, accessible, and finely written, this book is ideal for anyone who enjoys travel writing infused with archaeology, folklore, and a dash of memoir. A highly recommended read.

Richard