About Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Experience the Wonder of Cheddar Gorge & Caves!

Cheddar Gorge & Caves boasts extraordinary subterranean show caves and awe-inspiring cliffs and holds many fascinating secrets about our prehistoric ancestors. There are a wide range of activities and exciting things to discover and explore!

Things To See And Do

Go On A Caving Adventure

Explore the depths of the underground world as you journey through the show caves of Cheddar Gorge. Marvel at the stunning rock formations and learn about the geology that created this natural wonder. Discover hidden chambers and passageways that have been untouched for centuries, giving you a glimpse into the past.

  • Largest Gorge in England

    Cheddar Gorge & Caves boasts extraordinary subterranean show caves, awe-inspiring cliffs and holds many fascinating secrets about our prehistoric ancestors.

  • Iconic showcaves over 500,000 years old!

    Gough’s Cave: Prepare to be amazed by our stunning show cave featuring spectacular stalagmite and stalactite formations created over 500,000 years ago! See cheddar cheese maturing in the caves, A free audio guide is available in six languages, and there is also a special version for children.

  • Discover 10,000 year old Cheddar Man skeleton in Gough's Cave

    View the site where Cheddar Man’s 10,000-year-old skeleton was discovered and learn about the extraordinary DNA discovery.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00

Open daily from 10am to 5pm (10am to 6pm at weekends in the summer holidays) (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day with selected close dates during the winter months). Last entry into all Cheddar Gorge & Cave attractions is 4.30pm (5.30pm at weekends in the summer holidays).

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time 4 - 5 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

FAQs

Directions

Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Cheddar Gorge & Caves, The Cliffs, Cheddar, Somerset and Bristol, BS27 3QF, England

Tel: 01934742343

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