Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill
Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill, Protected geological site in Compton Bishop, England
The 332-hectare area includes a chain of hills stretching 5 kilometers from Crook Peak through Compton Hill, Wavering Down, Cross Plain to Shute Shelve Hill.
During the Spanish Armada period, Crook Peak served as a beacon location, while archaeological findings include a polished flint axe from early human settlements.
The Mendip Way footpath follows the northern boundary, allowing visitors to explore the limestone formations and observe the diverse plant species.
The National Trust manages the site, which contains walking paths, cycling routes, and a 165-meter tunnel that was previously part of the Cheddar Valley Line.
The limestone contains phreatic caves at Shute Shelve Cavern and Picken's Hole, where researchers discovered fossils dating from the Middle Devensian period.
Location: Compton Bishop
GPS coordinates: 51.29520,-2.88140
Latest update: March 29, 2025 00:38
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