Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve is a significant wetland situated just outside of Glastonbury in Somerset.

There is a very diverse array of important wildlife species in this reserve, including the great white egret, a rare and majestic bird that was once extinct in the UK but has now made a comeback thanks to the reserve's conservation efforts.

If you're interested in nature and wildlife, then this is an absolute must-see if visiting the Glastonbury area.

Kevin Pearson

May 29, 2022

Road cycling

There are A frame barriers at both ends of the trail over the NNR. Although these are wider than the barriers at Ham Wall they may restrict larger bikes, trailers, etc.
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2. View of Glastonbury Tor – Cheddar Gorge loop from Street

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3. Sweets Tea Rooms – Sweet's Tea Rooms & Museum loop from Wells

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Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve

1. Cheddar Gorge Climb – Cheddar Gorge loop from Street

2. View of Glastonbury Tor – Cheddar Gorge loop from Street

3. Sweets Tea Rooms – Sweet's Tea Rooms & Museum loop from Wells

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