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Top of the Gorge Adventure Weekend

Children spectating at the Top of the Gorge festival 2019, Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
Top of the Gorge offers something for everyone | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Discover more about our annual Top of the Gorge Adventure Weekend, where the whole family can take part in a range of fun activities. We're just finalising the programme for this year's event.

7-9 June

Top of the Gorge 2024

The Top of the Gorge activity weekend celebrates getting active in the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with overnight camping and a variety of events running across the weekend.

Our team of rangers will be hosting activities include nature themed walks, archery and Land Rover safaris, all of which don’t need to be booked and will be running throughout the weekend for free.

The trail running, mountain biking and road cycling events all need to be pre-booked and are being delivered by our wonderful third party providers, see the links below to book. There will also be yoga for athletes returning from their events at 12pm and 1pm on both days.

Long-distance cycling at the Top of the Gorge Adventure Weekend
Long-distance cycling at the Top of the Gorge Adventure Weekend | © Great Weston Ride/Darren McKimm

Enjoy a long-distance cycle

Covering a total of 43 miles, the Mendips Lakes and Lumps Ride is designed to be a physical challenge but is also intended to appeal to as many people as possible.

To book a place on this activity, click here.

Runners at the Top of the Gorge festival 2019, Cheddar Gorge, Somerset
There are various running events to take part in or watch | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Challenging trail runs

Jaw-dropping views reward those who take part in the challenging trail runs around Cheddar Gorge. Start off at the hub-site and take part in a marathon, half marathon, 10km, 6km or 3km.

To book a place on this activity, click here.

Cross-country cyclists at Top of the Gorge festival 2019, Cheddar, Somerset
Enjoy the scenery while taking your mountain bike cross-country | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Take on a mountain bike challenge

Bikers of a feather flock together, and the Mendip Murmuration mixed-terrain MTB sportive event, hosted by Channel UK Events CIC, is set to prove that. Challenge riders will explore an undulating route around Cheddar’s hills and lanes.

To book a place on this activity, click here.

A number of people participate in am outdoor yoga class
Take part in yoga at the Top of the Gorge Adventure Weekend | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Enjoy yoga with a view

Local yoga instructor Anna Macgregor will be leading classes throughout the weekend.

To book a place on a session, click here.

Camping sign at Top of the Gorge festival 2019, Cheddar, Somerset
Why not pitch your tent and enjoy the whole weekend's activities? | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Camp under the stars at Warren Farm

Spend a night camping in the luscious landscape of Warren Farm after your event. Bookings at the below link.

To book a place on the Warren Farm campsite, click here.

Rocks jutting into the air on a sunny day at Cheddar Gorge

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