Search Results

Black Rock lime kiln walk

This is a gentle and easy walk through a hidden dry limestone valley, ending in a tranquil grassy area, ideal for a picnic.

• Easy
• 30 mins
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Jen and Sim’s Top of the Gorge tips for families

Find out about what fun adventures Top of the Gorge has for families with a review from adventurous parents Jen and Sim.

Volunteer at Top of the Gorge festival

In 2020, for its third year Top of the Gorge festival was due to be returning to the heights above Cheddar Gorge. The festival filled with outdoor adventure, inspirational speakers and plenty of challenges and activities to take part in, needs the help of many volunteers to be a success, either in the lead up to the event or across the festival weekend itself.

Top of the Gorge challenges

There's adventure to suit everyone at the Top of the Gorge festival. Check out challenges for the trail runner, mountain biker, road cyclist, climber, caver or axe-thrower in you.

Cheddar Gorge, Somerset

Runners at Cheddar Gorge can choose to head up the slope, or opt for a gentler route along a limestone valley.

Cheddar Gorge walk

With its weathered crags and pinnacles, Cheddar Gorge plays host to a varied community of specialised plants and wildlife.

• Challenging
• 3 hours
• 4.0 miles (6.4km)

Top of the Gorge activity weekend, 10-12 June 2022

Top of the Gorge will return in 2022 for a weekend of challenges provided by our partners.

Butterflies on Crook Peak

Discover more about butterflies on Crook Peak.

Cadbury Camp climb

See if you can spot some of the region's most elusive wildlife on a walk up to Cadbury Camp.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 20 mins
• 2.5 miles (4.0km)

Cadbury Camp ramble

Climb this ancient hill fort and enjoy amazing views over the Severn Estuary.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 10 mins
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Things to see and do at Cadbury Camp

Breath-taking views of rolling Somerset countryside are the reward for a hike to the top of the National Trust's Iron Age hill fort, Cadbury Camp

Sand Point circular coastal walk

Enjoy plenty of space, great views across the Bristol channel to Wales and the Severn bridges, and lots of wildlife on this coastal walk at Sand Point.

• Moderate
• 1 hour
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Tyntesfield 5k and 10k running route

We have a new 5K & 10K running route that takes you across the whole estate, so strap on your trainers and get set, go!

• Challenging
• 30 mins
• 3.1 miles (4.95km)

Running at Tyntesfield

We're redeveloping our running offer at Tyntesfield, but you are always welcome to come on a self-led run.

Visiting Tyntesfield with your dog

Dogs on short leads are welcome in most areas of the Tyntesfield estate. Here's what that means for your four-legged friend.

Tyntesfield Easter trail 2021

Follow this route and begin your Easter adventure around the grounds. There's an activity to enjoy around every corner.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Tyntesfield park walk

Take in the views of the gardens at Tyntesfield before returning gently uphill, along the main drive, and past some wonderful trees and buildings.

• Easy
• 30 mins
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Getting active at Tyntesfield

Getting active across the Tyntesfield estate is the perfect way to see the plants, trees and wildlife. Find out more about our walking routes, the running route and geocaching across the estate here.