# Cheddar Gorge & Caves — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Journey through ancient caverns and scale Jacob's Ladder for breathtaking views across Britain's deepest gorge, where Stone Age humans sheltered millennia ago in this spectacular Somerset landscape.

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Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome

# Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Cheddar Gorge & Caves

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1115437261663243833&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Cheddar Gorge and Caves](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106977569933201015469)

**In short:** Cheddar Gorge & Caves is a campsite in Cheddar, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 630 Google reviews, with dogs welcome.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Journey through ancient caverns and scale Jacob's Ladder for breathtaking views across Britain's deepest gorge, where Stone Age humans sheltered millennia ago in this spectacular Somerset landscape.

## What's nearby

- Cheddar Football Club next door
- Cheddar Village Hall 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Facilities

Toilets Gift Shop Changing Rooms Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Dog Friendly

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Rita-Jean The-Van](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/110083896891240019762/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely little campsite - great pitches, clean facilities and friendly owner :) Location is great too - just at the bottom of the village so walking distance to local pubs and shops. You are also right by the gorge, the caves, the reservoir and the old railway line, so plenty of places to walk as well. Perfect base to explore this lovely part of Somerset - dont forget to buy some cheese :)

· via Google

[Martin Hepplewhite](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116892834152385516565/reviews) ★★★★★

First time we have visited this site. Friendly and helpful welcome. The site is small but well set out. The facilities are clean and well maintained. There are a number of walking opportunities from the site. We only stayed for 2 nights so we only had one full day to go on a big walk, so we walked to the Cheddar reservoir. We walked round the reservoir which has 360° views of the area. We also followed the footpath along the Cheddar Yeo. We enjoyed our short stay and would return for more walking experiences.

· via Google

[Heather “Hajax” Jackson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107932409962358537856/reviews) ★★★★★

The site itself is small and intimate. It's immaculately kept with clean washroom facilities, pot wash and laundry room. I love the site. It has a very pleasant dog walk directly off site. However, the village of Cheddar is on the other side of a very busy road with huge lorries and narrow pavements. It's not a nice walk into the village. It's a real tourist trap and wasn't my cup of tea. The gorge is beautiful though and quite spectacular. If you are into hill walking, it would be ideal. About 30 mins drive away is England's smallest city, Wells. What a difference. Beautiful architecture and pleasant pedestrian areas for relaxing with a coffee or a pint, well worth the excursion.

· via Google

[Charlie Avenell](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/111924025340893280115/reviews) ★★★★★

We camped here with our motorhome and had a good stay,quiet, clean, friendly, walking distance to shops and we walked to the caves as well. We were concerned that both facility blocks only had 4 showers, but although the site was busy we never had to wait for one. If we were back in that area we would use it again. It has a small shop at reception selling basics and some limited camping equipment like pegs etc. Bus from town to Wells & Weston Super mare and less frequent to Street

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48721dd86f39c34b:0xc1bacf36c5c34fc0!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this campsite offers well-maintained, spacious pitches and spotless facilities, including showers, pot wash, and laundry rooms. They also highlight its excellent location, providing easy walking access to Cheddar village, shops, pubs, and the Gorge. Guests mention the staff are friendly and helpful, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** The Cliffs, Cheddar, BS27 3QF [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=51.2716244%2C-2.7757567)

**Category** Caves & Mines

**Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (630 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Indoor & outdoor

**Dogs allowed** Yes

**Good for children** Yes

**Toilets on site** Yes

**Destination** Cheddar

[More attractions in Cheddar](https://staycation.co.uk/cheddar/attractions)

★ 4.6 (630 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.cheddargorge.co.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01934742343](tel:01934742343)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Cheddar

**Postcode** BS27 3QF

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C3V76CF+JM

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### 🏨 Places to stay near Cheddar

Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices.

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Cheddar Gorge & Caves?

Cheddar Gorge & Caves is open Mon–Sun 10am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Cheddar Gorge & Caves any good?

Cheddar Gorge & Caves is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 630 Google reviews.

### Is Cheddar Gorge & Caves dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Cheddar Gorge & Caves.

### Is Cheddar Gorge & Caves good for children?

Yes, Cheddar Gorge & Caves is listed as good for children.

### How long do you need at Cheddar Gorge & Caves?

Allow four to five hours.

### Is Cheddar Gorge & Caves indoors or outdoors?

Cheddar Gorge & Caves has both indoor and outdoor areas.

### What ages is Cheddar Gorge & Caves suitable for?

Cheddar Gorge & Caves suits all ages.

### Is Cheddar Gorge & Caves wheelchair accessible?

Cheddar Gorge & Caves has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Cheddar Gorge & Caves?

Yes: free car park.

### How do I contact Cheddar Gorge & Caves?

Call Cheddar Gorge & Caves on +44 1934 740207.

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