Starting and finishing in Cheddar, The Big Cheese is a 15 mile off-road fell race across the Mendips Hills, with over 2000ft of climbing. The event is licenced by the Trail Running Association. Highlights: 15 miles long, over 2000 feet of hill climbing, fell race Category B, Fully marked course, medal included as well as […]
Meet the magnificent creatures that ruled the Earth millions of years ago and learn lots of fun facts. An illuminated trail deep within the Gough’s Cave with background music and sounds bringing the scenes to life. For all ages, from curious kids to lifelong explorers.
The Cheddar Arts Fringe Festival is a walking arts trail. Visit artists in their studios, and other venues around the beautiful village of Cheddar. The Cheddar Artists group includes painters, photographers, potters, mixed media artists and craftspeople from Cheddar and the surrounding area.
Cheddar Triathlon - Sprint and Super Sprint Distances. Swim Run and cycle in the incredible Cheddar gorge and Mendip Hills Sunday 18th May 2025. Sprint Distance: 400m Pool Swim + 20km Bike + 5km Run. Super Sprint Distance: 200m Pool Swim + 12.5km Bike + 2.5k Run.
Getting active in the Mendip Hills, with overnight camping and a variety of events across the weekend. National Trust rangers will be hosting a variety of activities, and trail running, mountain biking and road cycling events are being organised by professional third party providers.
Could you survive the Stone Age? Step back in time this summer and see what life was really like Be transported through time and embark on an interactive and thrilling journey into the prehistoric world of our ancient ancestors this summer. Experience the excitement of the Stone Age in an action-packed day filled with live […]
The 40th anniversary flower show. An open show which anyone can enter and visitors are most welcome.
Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar BS27 3QE. 25th August, 2pm (Bank Holiday Monday) Sponsor a duck and see it race down the River Yeo in aid of Children’s Hospice Southwest and Cheddar Lions Charity Fund. Cash prizes for the winners. Event organised by Cheddar Vale Lions Club. Tickets available online from cheddarvalelions.org.uk or from members in the […]
Two Walks to raise money for The Space, whose mission is preserving and maintaining the mental health of children and young people in Somerset.
Organised by Cheddar Chamber of Commerce and in its 9th year, the Cheddar Food & Drink Festival complements Cheddar’s amazing shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants with a wide range of stalls, offering a selection of the finest produce from across the South West.
Tickets from Draycott Village Shop or phone 07762 702721. In aid of the Children's Hospice.
Return of the Ghoulish Goat! Step into a world of spooky fun at Cheddar Gorge & Caves this half-term.