Castle Neroche Car Park

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Please note: We advise people not to use the trails during heavy snow, due to the danger of hidden hazards and dangerously hanging branches. The car park will remain open, but will be untreated and may be extremely icy. If you chose to use the trails or car park at this time, you do so at your own risk.

The car park is a great place to start your exploration of the Blackdown Hills and at around 300 metres above sea level, stunning views are assured.

Start the waymarked Red Trail from here and after enjoying your walk, relax with a picnic and take in the beautiful scenery.

Or, if you're looking for a long distance adventure, why not join the 13.5 mile Staple Fitzpaine Herepath from here? This safe, circular, off-road trail is suitable for walkers, horse riders and cyclists alike.

How to get there:

Castle Neroche Car Park is in Castle Neroche which is part of Blackdown Hills.

From Taunton take the B3170 through Corfe. At the top of the hill turn left at the crossroads and continue along the road for a further 2 miles until you reach the signposted car park. The sign is quite small and can sometimes be set back in the hedge.

Taunton is the nearest town or village.

OS Grid Reference: ST274157
For details of public transport visit http://www.transportdirect.info

User Comments

is there anyplace that is suitable for wheel chairs and dogs

Anonymous, 22/Aug/2010

Please tell us about your visit

Please email us at enquiries.peninsula@forestry.gsi.gov.uk if you have an enquiry or would like a reply to your comments.

View from Castle Neroche over the surrounding landscape, in the Blackdown Hills

Facilities and Activities

Red Walk

Castle Neroche is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Cycling and horse riding are strictly prohibited on the monument itself.

Contact:

East Devon Team
01392 834213
e-mail: enquiries.peninsula@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

What's of interest

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