Burledge Hill

A flower-rich grassland on the north-eastern fringes of the Mendip Hills, overlooking Chew Valley Lake.

Location

Sutton Hill Road
Bishop Sutton

Bristol

BS39 5UR

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Size

12 hectares

Entry fee

Grazing animals

Yes

Walking trails

There is a public footpath that crosses the reserve. Paths and steps may become muddy in winter. Caution due to steep slopes through out site.

Access

Public footpath allows access through site. There is a public footpath that crosses the reserve. Paths and steps may become muddy in winter. Caution due to steep slopes through out site. Contact the Trust for disabled access information

Dogs

On a lead

When to visit

Opening times

Open at all times

Best time to visit

April to August

About the reserve

The flower-rich grassland on Burledge Hill includes cowslip, lady's mantle, saw-wort and devil's bit scabious. Butterflies are abundant in summer and birds such as willow warbler, garden warbler and whitethroat can be heard singing from the scrub areas. Three fields at Burledge Hill are designated as a Site of Nature Conservation Interest (SNCI). The site also falls within the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and has panoramic views over the Chew Valley.