Overview maps

Welcome to this interactive guide to the natural and man-made landscape of the Mendip Hills. The site shows that rocks and minerals are critical in forming the foundations of this beautiful and special region, its varied ecology and rich cultural heritage. It is designed so you can delve further into the geology, natural history and industrial archaeology of the Mendip Hills.

To navigate round the site, the information is divided into sections describing various aspects of the Mendips.

Click on one of the thumbnails below to see a full size map below and then click on a hot spot to go to the web page relating to the locality and more information.