Burrington Ham, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), is part of the largest area of common land in the AONB. As well as specialised limestone grassland and wildflowers, Burrington Ham features dramatic rocky outcrops with panoramic views of Blagdon Lake, Black Down and the Bristol Channel. You will often find cattle freely roaming around this site so please take extra care with dogs on leads.

David Howells

September 10, 2022

Hiking

Just a bit of information about the car park which gains access to the SSSI area. It is a decent size rough gravel car park with no facilities. It is also deal for hiking up Beacon Batch.

HoofHike

April 27, 2025

Hiking

We found it to be the best route to the Gorge, longer but flatter overall !

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1. Beacon Batch & Dolebury Warren loop from Burrington Combe

11.6km

03:22

300m

Hike the 7.2-mile Beacon Batch & Dolebury Warren loop from Burrington Combe, a moderate trail with panoramic views and Iron Age hillforts.

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2. Burrington Ham loop from Blagdon

7.15km

02:00

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Hike the moderate 4.4-mile Burrington Ham loop from Blagdon for superb views of Blagdon Lake and the Mendip Hills National Landscape.

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3. View of Cheddar Gorge – Velvet Bottom Nature Reserve loop from Aveline's Hole

16.7km

04:54

450m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Burrington, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Burrington Ham Viewpoint

1. Beacon Batch & Dolebury Warren loop from Burrington Combe

2. Burrington Ham loop from Blagdon

3. View of Cheddar Gorge – Velvet Bottom Nature Reserve loop from Aveline's Hole

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