The Top 5 Peaks around Backwell
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Backwell is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 5
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Backwell for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Backwell for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 19, 2025
Beacon Batch summit trig point
Highlight • Viewpoint
This special site is designated as a Site of Special Scientific interest for its valuable wildlife habitats and is a nationally important site for its archaeology from the late Stone …
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Black Down Summit and Wild Ponies
Highlight • Natural
Black Down is the highest area of the Mendip Hills and affords wonderful views across the Bristol Channel into Wales, over Weston-super-Mare, the Chew Valley, the Quantocks and beyond. There …
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Knowle Hill
Highlight • Summit
From the summit of Knowle Hill, you get lovely views over Chew Lake and the rolling Mendip Hills AONB. There's a bench on the summit, perfectly placed so you can enjoy the view.
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Cleeve Toot Hillfort
Highlight • Viewpoint
Cleeve Toot is an Iron Age univallate hillfort nestled in woodland above Goblin Combe. The oval-shaped settlement is approximately 410 feet (125 m) in length and 300 feet (90 m) wide. It is a Scheduled Ancient Monument.
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View from Maes Knoll
Highlight • Natural Monument
It’s worth the climb up this little hill to the ancient hill fort for panoramic views of Somerset.
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