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Castle Neroche
 

This wood provides a fascinating insight into the history of the area. The site of Castle Neroche was a small settlement over 2600 years ago, when it probably supported a small farming and hunting community. In Saxon times, over a thousand years later, the north slope of the hills became an important hunting forest and by the Norman conquests of 1066 the site was an important stronghold, especially during the west country revolts. Today, the castle ramparts and earthworks are classified as a scheduled ancient monument ensuring that the site can be enjoyed by future generations too. A visit to the Forest of Neroche will offer you spectacular views over the vale of Taunton towards the Quantock Hills and Exmoor and a place to enjoy a stroll with the family.

How to get there:

Castle Neroche is part of Blackdown Hills. Taunton is the nearest town or village.

From Taunton take the B3170 through Corfe. Continue to the top of the hill, then turn left at the crossroads. The car park is signposted with a small green sign a further two to three miles along this road.

OS Grid Reference: ST274157

Start your visit from:

Castle Neroche Car Park

Other places to go in Blackdown Hills

The motte and bailey at Castle Neroche, in the Blackdown Hills

Facilities:

InformationParking

Activities:

WalkingWildlife ActivitiesOther ActivitiesHeritagePicnicView Point

Contact:

Bridgette Hall
Recreation
01392 832262
e-mail: bridgette.hall@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


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What's of interest
Neroche is a Landscape Partnership Scheme supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and a range of local organisations, led by the Forestry Commission. You will have noticed many changes taking place in the area recently - to find out more, and how you can get involved, visit the Neroche website on the link below.

What else is here
In Castle Neroche there is also
wild woods
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