RSPB Swell Wood
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This beautiful strip of woodland is home to the largest colony of grey herons in the south-west. Follow one of two nature trails and see if you are lucky enough to spot a dormouse hiding in the hazel trees or amongst the wild flowers or seasonal bluebells.
Somewhere To Eat?
There is lots of picniq benchesWhere Shall I Park?
There is a car parkFeatures
- Outdoor
- Open All Year
Category
Animals + Nature
Suitable For
toddler
3-5
6-9
10+
Opening Times
Dawn - Dusk
Price Information
- All: Free
How To Get There
- Off A377, Taunton, Somerset TA3 6PX
- 01458252805
- Website
Directions
Swell Wood is 11 miles east of Taunton. It is accessed from the A378 Langport road between the villages of Fivehead and Curry Rivel (brown signage one mile east of Fivehead). From Taunton, take the A358 towards Ilminster, turn left onto the A378. Take the first turning on your left after leaving the village of Fivehead village to access the reserve entrance. If coming from the other direction, take the first turning on your right after leaving the village of Curry Rivel.
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