Cheddar to Glastonbury Trek

Explore the rolling hills, woods and farmland of the beautiful Somerset countryside.

You'll start in the Mendip Hills - an area of outstanding natural beauty, and head towards the Somerset Levels.

Then pass the Cathedral city of Wells. The route soon becomes flatter as Glastonbury comes into sight.

A final push to the top of the beautiful Glastonbury Tor and you'll reach the finish line.

Book nowDATES

Saturday 27 July 2013

Saturday 26 July 2014

ITINERARY

Meet early at the starting point near Cheddar. We'll head straight for the Mendip Hills and a series of short, steep climbs. With wonderful views of dense woodland and sweeping ridges, the limestone rocks and cliffs are renowned for the spectacular Cheddar Gorge.

We'll approach Cheddar from the north - passing Black Rock and walking along the south side of Cheddar Cliffs.

Heading east, we follow steep contours, before dropping onto flatter open farmland. We'll pass the village of Priddy, a Neolithic settlement, best known for its summer sheep fair, dating back to 1384.  

After half-way, we'll follow a beautiful traverse to the famous Wookey Hole caves. It's then onto farmland and water-meadows as the route becomes flatter and we reach the small city of Wells.

Entering the Somerset Levels, the landscape opens out into rich biodiversity habitats of wetland and peat moors. We'll then travel through fields and waterways before heading towards Glastonbury.  

The final challenge will be to climb the 158m sandstone Tor. The Tor is believed to have been the site of prehistoric occupation - a 5th century fort, and an ancient lore which connects it to King Arthur's mystical Avalon.

A magical place to finish a truely unique challenge.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Training guide
• Kit list
• Experienced support staff and marshals
• Light packed lunch
• Optional transfers from Glastonbury to start point  (public transport to the start point is limited)

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

• Personal travel insurance
• Transport costs
• Accommodation (if required)
• Extra food or drinks 

OTHER INFORMATION

We encourage you to go at your own pace - it's not a race.

Be prepared for any weather and ensure that you have good quality footwear.

Groups may set off at staggered intervals, depending on numbers.

Click here to download a detailed information pack or email our events team for more information.

Discover Adventure

Discover Adventure has many years experience of organising challenge events.

Discover Adventure has been awarded 5 stars as a responsible tour operator.