Mendip Hills

View from top of Cheddar Gorge — Experience the panoramic views from the top of Cheddar Gorge

Important notice -

Our countryside space is open. We ask all visitors to follow government guidance on travel and social distancing to keep everyone safe.

Dramatic gorges and ancient woodland rising above the Somerset Levels

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Visitors walking through a garden in spring

Visiting this spring

Our gardens, parks, cafés, shops and countryside locations are open to visit. Many houses in England and Wales have reopened, with houses in Northern Ireland expected to reopen from 24 May. Advance booking for visits helps us keep everyone safe and socially distanced. At quieter times such as weekdays, booking shouldn't be necessary, but to guarantee entry we recommend booking in advance, especially at weekends and bank holidays.

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Things to see and do

Gribbin Daymark tower in the distance — Looking west to the Gribbin

Visiting coast and countryside in the South West: what you need to know

We look forward to welcoming you to the coast and countryside around the South West. We care for beautiful countryside, from Cornwall's sandy beaches to Dorset's heathland, and you can help us to keep them safe and enjoyable by following a few simple guidelines during your visit and observing the Countryside Code.

A marbled white butterfly nectaring on a greater knapweed flower head

Dolebury Warren

Dolebury Warren is the site of an Iron Age hill fort perfectly placed with views over the Mendips and North Somerset. Spend the day exploring the fort and the beautiful grasslands. To get here use the postcode BS40 5DL.

Ebbor Gorge

The gorge is at the edge of the Mendips set within the ancient limestone hills. It is great place to go with woodland, rocks, caves and streams explore and play in. To get the gorge use the postcode is BA5 1AY.

Tor Hill Woods

This old woodland is a beautiful backdrop to the city of Wells. There is a mosaic of paths to explore through the woods which provide beautiful views of Wells Cathedral. To get here use the postcode BA5 2XP, parking is available nearby.

Crook Peak to Kingswood

Crook Peak is one of the largest areas of open land on the Mendips. It rises 191m above the Levels and has breath taking views over Somerset. There are multiple places to park such as; Cross (Kings Wood), North Quarry, Barton Road and Webbington Road.

Shute Shelve Hill

Further along the limestone ridge from Crook Peak is Shute Shelve Hill. It is a great place to explore and is used by hikers, dog walkers and horse riders. Around the hill are hints of the past with a Saxon boundary bank track and ditch. To get here use the postcode BS26 2EA.

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