Westhay Heath

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Westhay Heath is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in Somerset, covering 0.26 km². It is one of 177 SSSIs in the county. Nearby SSSIs include Catcott Edington and Chilton Moors, Shapwick Heath and Tealham and Tadham Moors. The nearest railway station is Highbridge & Burnham-on-Sea, about 10.5 km to the north-west.

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