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Cheddar Gorge Climb – Cheddar Gorge loop from Street

Cheddar Gorge Climb – Cheddar Gorge loop from Street

Hard

308

riders

Cheddar Gorge Climb – Cheddar Gorge loop from Street

05:58

116km

1,320m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 17, 2026

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Mendip Hills National Landscape

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Totally achievable iconic climb. The whole thing is about 10km but it’s only steep for the first 1.5km or so. There is one really nasty steep hairpin but once you’re …

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