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A Cross-Section of Neroche

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A Cross-Section of Neroche

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Blackdown Hills National Landscape

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  • Location: Staple Fitzpaine, Taunton Deane, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    March 22, 2026

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    If you’re looking to play "King of the Hill," Neroche Castle is your ultimate hidden playground in the Blackdown Hills. This isn't your typical fairytale stone fortress; it’s a massive Norman "motte-and-bailey" earthwork that looks like a giant green multi-layered cake.

    Ancient Earthworks: Scramble up the steep banks to see the impressive defensive ditches that kept invaders out nearly 1,000 years ago.

    Epic Views: On a clear day, the summit offers a "top-of-the-world" vista stretching all the way to the Quantock Hills and the Bristol Channel.

    January 18, 2026

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    An informative 3D view of the geology under the landscape of Neroche and Staple Hill
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    Elevation 330 m

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    Location: Staple Fitzpaine, Taunton Deane, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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