This precious and ancient place with its distinct cultural heritage and village communities is hugely valued locally as a native or adopted homeland and workplace, as well as a favoured educational, recreational and even spiritual resource.

These hills, which are largely privately owned, accommodate up to half a million visits a year, mainly from people who live within sight of them.

Physically the Quantocks offer great diversity, reflecting the relationship between the geology, slopes, and exposure of the area and the range of past and present human activities and influences.

This jigsaw of varied landscapes gives the Quantock Hills a distinctive character that includes its historic and cultural elements, scenic beauty and upland nature and the range of wildlife interest present.

Click here to learn more about the Quantock Hills landscape. For information about the Quantock communities click here, to find out about recreation on the Quantocks click here and to visit the websites of our partners and other relevant organisations please click here.