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Cheddar Gorge, Somerset - High Above the Madding Crowd

Summary

This figure of eight walk has spectacular gorge views, herds of sheep on inaccessible cliff ledges, Mendips panoramas, Roman lead mines and prehistoric sites.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.6 miles (15.5 km)
Walking time:
04h 15m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Start of Lippiatt Lane, Cheddar Village BS27 3QA

lat: 51.2796275

lon: -2.7729205

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