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Cheddar

Feral Goats of Cheddar Gorge – Cheddar Gorge Lookout Tower loop from Cheddar

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
Somerset
Sedgemoor District
Cheddar

Feral Goats of Cheddar Gorge – Cheddar Gorge Lookout Tower loop from Cheddar

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47

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Feral Goats of Cheddar Gorge – Cheddar Gorge Lookout Tower loop from Cheddar

01:50

6.08km

180m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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After 1.99 km for 120 m

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Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

1.86 km

Sword in the Stone at Cheddar Village Waterfall

Highlight • Viewpoint

Area of The Gorge near the village, at this section you'll find Jacobs ladder and the tower. tough on the legs, and the tower wobbles. eek

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2

2.11 km

Cliff-Top Walk Trail Map

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In between the lookout tower and Jacobs ladder, displays the whole trail, and your position on it.

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3

2.83 km

View of Cheddar Gorge and Cheddar Reservoir

Highlight • Natural Monument

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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4

3.10 km

Feral Goats of Cheddar Gorge

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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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5

3.39 km

Feral Goats of Cheddar Gorge

Highlight • Natural

If you like goats there are lots here

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6

4.09 km

Cheddar Gorge Lookout Tower

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This lookout tower provides outstanding views of the gorge and the flat, patchwork landscape to the south. The tower is often advertised as part of the paid-for Jacob's Ladder climb, …

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6.08 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.12 km

1.51 km

1.44 km

638 m

253 m

123 m

Surfaces

2.13 km

2.12 km

964 m

825 m

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Sunday 11 October

19°C

13°C

75 %

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