Black Rock is a limestone outcrop above Cheddar Gorge. There are a few climbing routes here and old lime kilns. This area is owned and managed by the National Trust and part of a nature reserve.

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June 14, 2024

Hiking

An old quarry used now for a rest stop by hikers. noticed a bit of litter and abandoned items of clothing. Didn't see any bins in the area. It's a shame that people can easily ruin the beauty of a place.

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1. Cheddar Gorge & Beacon Batch loop from Burrington Ham — Mendip Hills

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2. Cheddar Gorge and West Mendip Way Loop

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Hike the moderate 5.4-mile Cheddar Gorge and West Mendip Way Loop, gaining 1027 feet with panoramic views and dramatic cliff faces.

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3. Blagdon, Cheddar Gorge & Beacon Batch loop from Burrington Ham — Mendip Hills

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 190 m

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Location: Cheddar, Sedgemoor District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Black Rock Limestone Outcrop

1. Cheddar Gorge & Beacon Batch loop from Burrington Ham — Mendip Hills

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3. Blagdon, Cheddar Gorge & Beacon Batch loop from Burrington Ham — Mendip Hills

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