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Cheddar
This small town in England's largest gorge is world famous for its cheese. However it is also a tourist trap that's probably best avoided unless you really want to see the caves or if you really love tacky cheese and cider shops.
Practical information
Cheddar Tourist Information Centre
The Gorge, Cheddar
Tel (01934) 744071
Coming & going
Buses 126 and 826 go to Cheddar from Wells.
Hostel accommodation
Cheddar YHA
Hillfield, Cheddar, Somerset BS27 3HN
Bus 126, 826
Tel (01934) 742494
Sightseeing, museums & tourist attractions
Cheddar Caves & Gorge
Britain's biggest gorge is not really that spectacular but the caves aren't too bad, although the way the caves are presented is a tad tacky. People have lived in these caves for thousands of years and the world-famous Cheddar Man – Britain's oldest complete skeleton – was discovered here. The site features a museum with displays relating to the 9000-year-old skeleton.
Tel (01934) 742343
Website www.cheddarcaves.co.uk
Admission £16
Open 10am-5pm daily
