Ebbor Gorge
A narrow limestone gorge in the Mendips, with a viewpoint over the Somerset Levels.
- Distance
- 3.3 km
- Ascent
- 120 m
- Time
- 1–1.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 233 m
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About this walk
Ebbor Gorge is a moderate 3.3 km circular walk with 120 m of ascent, taking 1 to 1.5 hours. It starts at Ebbor Gorge car park (grid reference ST 521 484).
Ebbor Gorge is a dry limestone ravine above Wookey Hole, a national nature reserve of ash woods, caves and cliffs. The path squeezes through the narrowest part, where the walls close to a couple of metres, and climbs to a viewpoint on the rim looking over the Levels to Glastonbury Tor.
Route
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1
The gorge
Climb through the narrow gorge.
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2
The rim
Continue to the viewpoint and return through the woods.
Summit
Questions about this walk
- How long does Ebbor Gorge take?
- Most walkers take 1–1.5 hours for the 3.3 km route, which has 120 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Ebbor Gorge car park (grid reference ST 521 484). Free car park on the lane above Wookey Hole.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses from Wells to Wookey Hole, then a 1.5 km walk uphill. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Rocky woodland paths with a steep, narrow scramble through the gorge.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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