Swiss Air Disaster

On 6 April 1968, Zurich-bound Swissair Flight 330 came down in the Mendip Hills near Winscombe, killing all 50 people on board. The crash site lies on farmland in a quiet corner of Somerset, marked by a simple memorial stone that sits among the fields where the aircraft scattered its debris across the landscape.

There's not much to see in the way of visitor infrastructure - no visitor centre, no gift shop, no crowds. That's partly what makes it worth the trip. The memorial itself is respectful and understated, a place for quiet reflection rather than spectacle. Getting there involves a walk across working farmland, so you'll need permission and decent footwear. It's the sort of place that appeals to aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who wants to pay their respects at a significant site.

Winscombe sits on the edge of the Mendips, making this a natural waypoint if you're exploring the area's caves or walking routes. If you're camping at Wild Goose Glamping or The Batch Campsite - both within a couple of miles - you could visit as part of a wider walking day. The site itself takes less than an hour, though the journey and the contemplative nature of it means you'll want to allow time before or after to process it properly.

This isn't entertainment. It's history, and it deserves respect.