An enormous limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills AONB, Cheddar Gorge draws hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. There are numerous notable features of the gorge, particularly its towering …

HMyr

April 28, 2021

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Cheddar is a gorge lying on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills. The maximum depth of the gorge is 137 m (449 ft), with a near-vertical cliff-face to the south, and steep grassy slopes to the north.

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June 14, 2024

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Stunning views across the plains of Somerset. can see for absolutely miles on a clear day. Don't be fooled in to thinking it's an easy route I have made. It really isn't. Proper footwear and even poles are recommended. Bring waterproofs as back up shelter, as there are not many places out of the gorge to shelter. Download the route to device also, there is no phone coverage the further in to the gorge you go.

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1. Cheddar Gorge loop from Cheddar — Mendip Hills

5.77km

01:53

260m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mendip Way & Cheddar Gorge loop from Priddy — Mendip Hills

20.9km

05:52

390m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Cheddar Gorge – View of Cheddar Gorge loop from Charterhouse

5.35km

01:38

180m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 280 m

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

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1. Cheddar Gorge loop from Cheddar — Mendip Hills

2. Mendip Way & Cheddar Gorge loop from Priddy — Mendip Hills

3. View of Cheddar Gorge – View of Cheddar Gorge loop from Charterhouse

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