Naturally beautiful and nationally protected, the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is one of 49 AONBs in England, Wales & Northern Ireland. Together with our Heritage Coasts and National Parks, AONBs make up some of the finest countryside in Britain.

Contact us at Mendip Hills AONB, Charterhouse Centre,Blagdon, Bristol BS40 7XR +44 (0)1761 462338 Company email mendiphills@somerset.gov.uk

The Mendip Hills AONB Partnership Review is complete. David Haffey's final report along with his comments are available on the Partnership page and by clicking on the following link Partnership Review - Final Report and Comments from David Haffey




Volunteers needed for new Path Watch scheme on Black Down, linking the misuse of paths directly with the police. Also litter picks, patrolling and a footpath survey. Ring Mendip Hills AONB 01761 462338 or email mendiphills@somerset.gov.uk

After a successful 2009 recrutiment drive we are also continuing to recruit more long term volunteer Rangers. If you are interested please let us know by ringing or emailing using above details.

What sort of cattle graze on Black Down?