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The Top 20 Gorges in South West England

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20

to choose from in South West England. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in South West England.

Last updated: December 13, 2025

Valley of Rocks

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One of the most incredible natural features of the North Devon coastline, the Valley of Rocks is a dry valley with steep cliffs and sea views. As you walk through …

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Cheddar Gorge Climb

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Totally achievable iconic climb. The whole thing is about 10km but it’s only steep for the first 1.5km or so. There is one really nasty steep hairpin but once you’re …

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Ebbor Gorge

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The path through the gorge starts off pretty tame but gets steeper, rockier, wetter, muddier and narrower as you go. It's great fun and packed with interest. If you have average fitness and decent footwear you'll be fine.

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Willapark Lookout and Rocky Valley

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Very nice views of the lake and beautiful cliff formations.
Sure-footed shoes are definitely recommended. Take enough water during the summer months. There are hardly any shade spots and it goes up and down.

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Burrington Combe Road Climb

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Like cheddar gorge but smaller and less touristy = more enjoyable! You won't get stuck in a traffic jam climbing this one!

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Sharp Tor (Teign Gorge)

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Hike along the banks of the River Teign and you will see impressive crags erupting vertically out of the gorge. Once climbed, these crags boast exceptional views of the Teign …

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Lydford Gorge

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Lydford Gorge, managed by the National Trust, is the deepest gorge in the South West and boasts a spectacular 100-foot (30 m) waterfall. Be aware that this has opening times …

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Glen Lyn Gorge

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Most of the pictures here do NOT show the Gorge!!!!

The entrance to it is clearly signposted and is exactly where you can see the water fountain. You pay 10 …

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RMS Mülheim Shipwreck

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The RMS Mülheim was a German cargo ship that was built in Romania and launched in May 1999. It was wrecked on 22 March 2003 at Land's End, United Kingdom. (en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/MV_RMS_Mulheim)

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Watersmeet Valley

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The Watersmeet Valley is an area of beautiful riverside woodland. It is a wonderful example of the rocky flowing rivers of Exmoor and easily accessible being so close to Lynmouth. …

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The Top 20 Gorges in South West England

Valley of Rocks

Cheddar Gorge Climb

Ebbor Gorge

Willapark Lookout and Rocky Valley

Burrington Combe Road Climb

Sharp Tor (Teign Gorge)

Lydford Gorge

Glen Lyn Gorge

RMS Mülheim Shipwreck

Watersmeet Valley

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