Wellington Monument
A striking landmark on the edge of the Blackdown Hills
Wellington Monument
Facilities and access
Wellington Monument
Overview
A striking landmark on the edge of the Blackdown Hills
The Wellington Monument stands as a tribute to the Duke of Wellington and his victory at the Battle of Waterloo.
Its prominent location on top of Wellington Hill, on the edge of the Blackdown Hills, has led it to become a symbolic marker on a journey within the local area and to the wider South West.
In contrast to other memorials to the Duke, the Wellington Monument has a more informal countryside setting.
It can be approached along a path lined with beech hedgerows and is surrounded by a wildlife rich meadow.
This is an ideal place for a picnic or to fly a kite.
A one mile walk taking in the surrounding area is a rewarding way to see the beautiful Blackdown views.
- Telephone
- +441643862452
- wellington.monument@nationaltrust.org.uk
Wellington Monument
How to get here
- Address
- Somerset
- By road
- Exit M5 at J26 and follow the signs for Wellington. At the roundabout take the first exit onto A38. After approx 1 mile (3.2km) turn left onto Monument Road. Follow this road and at the top of a steep hill you'll come to a crossroads, turn right. Entrance to the car park is approx 218yds (200m) on the right.
- By train
- Nearest station is Taunton, 8 miles (12.9km)
Wellington Monument
Prices
Admission free
What is Gift Aid?
Most of our places run the Gift Aid on Entry scheme at their admission points. Under this scheme, if you're not a member you have the choice of two entry tickets:
- Gift Aid Admission or
- Standard admission
If the place runs Gift Aid on Entry, we'll offer you the Gift Aid Admission prices. But it's entirely up to you which ticket you choose. If you want the Standard Admission instead, just let us know when you come to pay.
Gift Aid Admission includes a 10 per cent or more voluntary donation. Gift Aid Admissions let us reclaim tax on the whole amount paid* — an extra 25 per cent — potentially a very significant boost to our places' funds.
An extra £1 paid under the scheme can be worth over £3 to the National Trust as shown below: Payment of the additional percentage donation is entirely voluntary, so if you prefer to pay the standard admission please advise our reception staff at the till point.
| Gift Aid | Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount paid by visitor | £11.00 | £10.00 |
| Tax refund from Government* | £2.75 | £0.00 |
| Total received by the National Trust | £13.75 | £10.00 |
*Gift Aid donations must be supported by a valid Gift Aid declaration and a Gift Aid declaration can only cover donations made by an individual for him/herself or for him/herself and members of his/her family.
Wellington Monument
Opening times
Monday 21 August
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Tuesday 22 August
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Wednesday 23 August
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Thursday 24 August
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Friday 25 August
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Saturday 26 August
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Sunday 27 August
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