Staple Hill (Somerset) Explained

Staple Hill
Elevation M:315
Prominence M:212
Parent Peak:Dunkery Beacon
Listing:Marilyn, Hardy
Location:Blackdown Hills, England
Grid Ref Uk:ST240166
Topo:OS Landranger 193

Staple Hill is a hill in the English county of Somerset, the highest point in the Blackdown Hills. It is classed as both a Marilyn and a Hardy.[1]

This is one of the points on the Staple Fitzpaine Herepath a part of Forestry England woodlands.[2]

There is a loop walk, starting from the car parking area, of 800m taking in a couple of view points with the paths upgraded early in 2009 to be suitable for disabled access.

References

50.9438°N -3.0831°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: All High Points Height Order. The Hardys. 30 June 2015. 65.
  2. Web site: Staple Hill Car Park. Forestry England. 30 June 2015.