Cheddar Complex, Protected scientific area in Somerset, England.
The Cheddar Complex spans 441 hectares across limestone formations, including grasslands, woodland areas, caves, and Britain's largest gorge in the Mendip Hills.
The site contains archaeological evidence of human presence, including ancient cave systems that date back over 2 million years through the Pleistocene period.
Four nationally rare plant species grow within the complex, with the Cheddar Pink and Cheddar Bedstraw being endemic to this specific location.
The complex incorporates multiple nature reserves managed by Somerset Wildlife Trust, offering access to geological formations and diverse natural habitats.
The area features preserved surface elements from lead mining operations that occurred from pre-Roman times through the nineteenth century.
GPS coordinates: 51.28080,-2.76844
Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:21
Gough's Cave
245 m
Church of St John the Baptist, Axbridge
3.4 km
Cheddar Reservoir
2 km
King John's Hunting Lodge
3.5 km
GB Cave
2.7 km
Cheddar Wood
2.4 km
Callow Rock quarry
2.9 km
Batts Combe Quarry
1.3 km
Draycott Sleights
2.7 km
Market Cross
832 m
Church of St Andrew, Cheddar
952 m
Kingdown and Middledown
1.6 km
Town Hall
3.4 km
Steps And Railings Forming An Approach To South Porch, Church Of St John The Baptist
3.5 km
War Memorial at the Church of St Andrew, Cheddar
1 km
The Kings Head
815 m
The Lamb Inn, Incorporating An Entrance To The Corner House The Stores
3.5 km
The Oak Hotel And Restaurant
3.4 km
National Trust
3.5 km
Cheddar War Memorial
1 km
Lloyds Bank House
3.5 km
St Judes
3.6 km
St Michael's Cheshire Home (Formerly St Michael's Free Home For Consumptives)
2.6 km
2 And 4, High Street
3.5 km
Pethers Cottage The Grey House
3.4 km
Raymond Court
3.5 km
9, High Street
3.5 km
The Old Angel
3.5 kmReviews
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