Southlake Moor

Southlake Moor is a protected site in Somerset combining wetland and moorland in one location, creating different habitats across its grounds. Pathways wind through these zones, allowing visitors to move between wetter areas and drier expanses.

The area once served as common land where local people grazed livestock and shared the landscape. It later gained protection status to preserve its natural character and biological diversity.

The site draws people interested in nature observation and local wildlife, as its open character reveals animal behavior and plant diversity across seasons. Visitors often return to witness how the landscape shifts throughout the year.

The site has marked trails that are manageable for most fitness levels and physical abilities. Expect ground conditions to vary between wet and dry areas, especially during wetter months.

The site shelters rare wetland and moorland birds found in few other British locations. The combination of water and open ground creates specific conditions that support species dependent on this particular mix.