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Cheddar Gorge Lookout Tower

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Cheddar Gorge Lookout Tower

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  • Location: Cheddar, Sedgemoor District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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    February 17, 2021

    Hiking

    This lookout tower provides outstanding views of the gorge and the flat, patchwork landscape to the south. The tower is often advertised as part of the paid-for Jacob's Ladder climb, but in fact, the tower itself is free. You can access it by hiking up the trail from the road to the south or the trail that runs along the eastern edge of the gorge.

    January 29, 2015

    Hiking

    Climb up the 274 steps and enjoy a 360° view into the Cheddar Gorge and the meadows of the Somerset Levels. It is also worthwhile to visit the nearby caves.

    August 28, 2018

    Hiking

    Nice vantage point. Currently closed for renovation (as of August 2018)
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    Location: Cheddar, Sedgemoor District, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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