The Top 16 Gorges in Somerset
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 16
to choose from in Somerset. 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 Somerset.
to choose from in Somerset. 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 Somerset.
Last updated: September 30, 2025
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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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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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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Holford Combe is one of those very rare places in the UK that's just as much fun up as down.
Actually, I'm not sure that such a place exists - …
Actually, I'm not sure that such a place exists - …
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This might not be so nice, depending on how confident/sure-footed you are, how much it’s rained, or whether you’re going down rather than up!
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Sprawling across Somerset, the Mendip Hills are a chain of picturesque rolling limestone hills. Situated to the south of Bristol and Bath, the hills run from Weston-super-Mare to Frome, covering …
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At almost 400 feet (122 m) deep and 3 miles (5 km) long, this is England’s largest gorge and, with its weathered crags and pinnacles, one of our most spectacular …
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Cheddar Gorge is home to a notable population of feral goats, which are a significant part of its unique ecosystem. These goats are free-roaming and play a crucial role in …
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Nynehead Hollow is a scenic lane forming part of NCN 3. It's an impressive road that has been roughly carved through solid rock, with high walls and trees growing above. …
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Doone Valley or Badgworthy Valley is often known as Lorna Doone Country, after the 1869 novel of the same name by RD Blackmore.
His descriptions of the area inspired generations …
His descriptions of the area inspired generations …
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