Created by Ice Age melt-waters over millions of years, this world-famous beauty spot is not only a National Nature Reserve but also a famous site of prehistoric discoveries.

There are six great attractions to explore at Cheddar Gorge & Caves in Somerset, including the spectacular Gough’s Cave, Britain’s most beautiful stalactite cavern, and the audio-visual Dreamhunters experience in Cox’s Cave. WALK in the footsteps of their ancestors in this spectacular multi-media experience. SEE the pioneering journey that took mankind from primitive existence to being the most successful species on the planet. DISCOVER the ingenuity that saw their forebears’ master tools, weapons, and fire, to overcome fierce predators.

In 1903, the skeletal remains of ‘Cheddar Man’ were unearthed; today, the story of how our ancestors survived is brought to life in the Museum of Pre-History, where you can also learn about how important Cheddar Gorge in Somerset is today.

Ascend the 274 steps of Jacob’s Ladder to the Lookout Tower and take in the magnificent views of the gorge from the Cliff-Top Walk. Keep an eye out for feral goats and sheep!

If you are feeling adventurous, the 90 minute long rock climbing and caving experiences allow you to scale the cliffs of the gorge or go an a genuine expedition inside the caves – now bookable online.