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Visit our Cheddar Campsite and experience these Outdoor Activities
February 16, 2021
Our Top Outdoor Activities to experience whilst Camping in Cheddar, Somerset
Home to the country’s highest inland cliffs, Cheddar boasts one of Great Britain's most impressive natural landmarks, Cheddar Gorge and Caves, which are located just 3 miles (an 8-minute drive) from the Rodney Stoke Caravan & Camping Park.
A peaceful adult-only campsite, Rodney Stoke's rural location provides the perfect base from which to explore Cheddar and everything that the beautiful Somerset countryside has to offer.
Our top fun-filled outdoor activities in and around Cheddar, Somerset
Cheddar Gorge and Caves
It would be impossible to plan a trip to Cheddar without including the breath-taking Cheddar Gorge and Caves.
An international centre for caving and rock climbing, Cheddar Gorge and Caves are less than 3 miles from our campsite, offering numerous attractions including cliff-top walks, rock climbing and the Museum of Pre-history.
At 400ft deep and 3 miles long, the Gorge is one of Britain's most spectacular natural landmarks - and areas of the mysterious caves are over 500,000 years old!
With over 20 different attractions, Cheddar Gorge and Caves are definitely worth a visit!
Cheddar Walking
The 4-mile circular Gorge Walk offers spectacular views, plus the chance to encounter some local wildlife including feral Soay sheep, jackdaws, buzzards and ravens.
And there are plenty of lesser-known walking trails (of varying difficulties) to tackle - here's a list
to get you started.
Tynings Trekking Centre
Book a day ride at Tynings Trekking Centre in nearby Blagdon and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Mendip Hills, Blackdown and the surrounding forests.
Beginners can enjoy hourly or ninety-minute rides, or if you're a more experienced rider, a six hour day ride might suit you better.
Cheddar Watersports
Spend a day on the water and enjoy a variety of taster sessions from qualified instructors at Cheddar Reservoir.
The Bristol Corinthian Yacht Club is a recognised Training Centre and Champion Club certified by the Royal Yachting Association, the governing body for sailing in the UK.
Activities include kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing and sailing, and are suitable for adults and children.
Places and equipment are limited so we would advise that you book in advance.
The Original Cheddar Cheese Company
Strictly speaking, this may not be an outdoor activity, but what trip to Cheddar would be complete with sampling some delicious Cheddar Cheese! And what better place to do just that than the world-famous Original Cheddar Cheese Company.
Established in 1870, the café and shop can be found at the foot of beautiful cliffs in the heart of the renowned Cheddar Gorge and Mendip Caves. The river Yeo's clear icy waters run directly beneath, providing a stunning setting to enjoy your spoils!
So, as you can see, Cheddar offers a great selection of outdoor activities for visitors of all ages! We hope that you get the chance to experience some of them during your camping trip in Cheddar.
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We are proud to share that Riverside Holiday Village has achieved the Environmental and Sustainability Award at the prestigious Somerset Business Awards 2025. This award recognises companies or individuals who can demonstrate a positive and long-term impact on the environment within their businesses. With evidence to show how they have improved environmental performance, implemented the efficient use of resources or supported sustainable development or environmentally-friendly schemes. We were also shortlisted for the Medium Business of the Year Award . Speaking about the awards, David Crew, Somerset Chamber Managing Director, said; 'Every year the awards recognise and honour the achievements of our vibrant business community. The economic situation may be challenging, but Somerset’s business community had again shown resilience and excellence across all sectors.'. Commenting after the awards dinner, which was held at The Pavillion in Weston-super-Mare, David Tattersall, Group Manager at West Country Parks, commented; 'We are delighted to have achieved this award. As a business, we have become increasingly aware of our environmental responsibilities; from reducing waste and energy use, to increasing biodiversity and supporting eco-friendly initiatives, we have really embraced this element of our business over the last few years and it's fantastic to have had all of our hard work recognised.' We would like to thank our visitors, supporters and all of our fantastic team for your support.
Gareth Hockey, Director of RHL Activities: “We’re excited to have Riverside Holiday Village on board as an official camping partner. Their commitment to providing our riders and spectators with a top-quality stay makes them a perfect fit for the Weston Beach Race experience.” David Tattersall, Group Manager of West Country Park Homes: “We’re really pleased with the opportunity of working with RHL and providing superb camping, dining and entertainment facilities for Weston Beach Race riders and fans. This Event benefits many local businesses and offers something different and, clearly appealing, every year it’s held. It’s a real positive for the Town! We look forward to seeing you all in October.”
Visitors may remember that earlier this year we shared our Green Goals for 2025 . Despite this being our busiest ever start to the season, we’ve still found the time to make some fantastic progress over the last 3 months and we are proud to share the first of our quarterly updates for 2025;