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Things to do
in the area
Owley Woods and Cheddar are surrounded by amazing places to visit and a fantastic selection of different activities . So if you want to try something new, how about a caving, climbing or abseiling experience, or a watersport at the Reservoir, or maybe join a pottery or craft course at The Arts Quarter. We are also the home of The Cheddar Spirit Co and offer tasting sessions in The Nest when booked in advance.
Something for everyone...
Adventures
Walking, cycling, caving, climbing, abseiling, clay pigeon shooting, golf, (and crazy golf), fishing, paddle boarding, windsurfing and kayaking are all available within 15 minutes drive of Owley Woods.
Take a stroll
Just 15 minutes’ walk away along scenic footpaths is pretty Cheddar Village and its quirky shops, cafes and pubs. Follow the river which runs through the village and stop for a coffee in one of the picturesque tea rooms.
Cheddar Village
Take a tour at the Cheddar Gorge Cheese shop, visit the caves and museum. climb Jacobs Ladder, browse the many independent shops including an open all year Christmas Shop, a Dog Bakery, Local Souvenirs and of course Cheddar Cheese.
Cheddar gorge
Cheddar Gorge is Britain’s largest gorge at over 450ft deep and 3miles long. Follow the winding road through the gorge or take the National Trust walk and see it from above, spectacular from both viewpoints. Formed during the last Ice Age, Cheddar Gorge has many hidden secrets including the famous Cheddar Man, the oldest complete human skeleton. A famous tourist attraction the Gorge attracts about 500,000 visitors per year and offers the opportunity to discover some of Somersets rarest and most celebrated wildlife.
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Deli
Where to try first! So many gorgeous places to enjoy lovely food whilst taking in the views, and a choice of seven pubs who cater for every taste.
The Gorge is full of fantastic pubs, restaurants & cafes ,so if you need a break from cooking there is plenty of choice.
There is also a takeaway from every corner of the globe from Pizza to Chinese, Indian to Thai and Italian to the award-winning British Chippy (some of whom deliver to site if you are feeling lazy)
If you need supplies Cheddar has a local deli, butcher and baker as well as a small Sainsburys and Tesco Express all within walking distance. Larger supermarkets can be found in Wells (20 mins drive) or Weston Super Mare (25 mins drive)
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Deli
Where to try first! So many gorgeous places to enjoy lovely food whilst taking in the views, and a choice of seven pubs who cater for every taste.
The Gorge is full of fantastic cafes and restaurants and we would encourage you to try a different one each day and, don’t forget to leave room for a delicious cream tea.
There is also a takeaway from every corner of the globe from Pizza to Chinese, Indian to Thai and Italian to the award-winning British Chippy (some of whom deliver to site if you are feeling lazy)
If you need supplies Cheddar has a local deli, butcher and baker as well as a small Sainsburys and Tesco Express all within walking distance. Larger supermarkets can be found in Wells (20 mins drive) or Weston Super Mare (25 mins drive)
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Wildlife
Owley Woods is surrounded by wildlife, Owls (obviously) Bats, including our own Lesser Horseshoe Bat Roost (watch them leave the roost from the bat bench at dusk), lots of rabbits, squirrels, pheasants and you may spot a badger in the evening. Owley is also great for bird watchers as Peregrine Falcons, Buzzards, Kestrel and Ravens are regularly seen and the Dawn Chorus is so beautiful. The Somerset Levels are a short drive away and is very popular with bird watchers.
On your travels you will probably meet some of the feral Goats and rare Soay sheep which both live on the Gorge and are so nimble they can often be seen clinging to the cliff edges as they feed.
Local
Wildlife
Owley Woods is surrounded by wildlife, Owls (obviously) Bats, including our own Lesser Horseshoe Bat Roost (watch them leave the roost from the bat bench at dusk), lots of rabbits, squirrels, pheasants and you may spot a badger in the evening. Owley is also great for bird watchers as Peregrine Falcons, Buzzards, Kestrel and Ravens are regularly seen and the Dawn Chorus is so beautiful. The wooden boxes you will spot on your walks are home to the super shy but super cute dormice who also live in the woods around Owley.
On your travels you will probably meet some of the feral Goats and rare Soay sheep which both live on the Gorge and are so nimble they can often be seen clinging to the cliff edges as they feed.
Explore somerset
Within 20 minutes’ drive, Wells is the smallest city in England with a magnificent cathedral and the unique moated Bishops Palace with a twice weekly farmers’ market.
Take a trip out and visit Wookey Hole Caves, the National Trust Beach at Brean Down, Glastonbury Tor and the quirky shops of Glastonbury Town, Clarks Shopping Village in Street, for Outlet Shopping or visit the beach at Weston Super Mare or Burnham.
Bristol and the historic City of Bath are both an easy drive away, or visit the Lions of Longleat, about an hour’s drive from Owley
Explore Somerset
Within 20 minutes’ drive, Wells is the smallest city in England with a magnificent cathedral and the unique moated Bishops Palace with a twice weekly farmers’ market
Take a trip out and visit Wookey Hole Caves, the National Trust Beach at Brean Down, Glastonbury Tor and the quirky shops of Glastonbury Town, Clarks Shopping Village in Street, for Outlet Shopping or visit the beach at Weston Super Mare or Burnham.
Bristol and the historic City of Bath are both an easy drive away, or visit the Lions of Longleat, about an hour’s drive from Owley
Cheddar
Treats
Cheddar is famous for its world-renowned Cheese and you can still watch the only ‘Cheddar made in Cheddar’ being made first-hand or see Cave-Aged Cheddar being matured in one of the caves. As you would expect, there is also some of the finest Somerset Cider, sold in the village, but first-timers beware, this stuff is very strong……
Cheddar is also well known for the sweetest Cheddar Strawberries which are sold by local farmers in roadside stalls, people travel for miles to buy them, order a strawberry cream tea from our shop so you can try them for yourself!
Fact Time – for many years, Owley was a ‘Pick-Your-Own’ Strawberry Farm
Cheddar
Specialities
Cheddar is famous for its world-renowned Cheese and you can still watch the only ‘Cheddar made in Cheddar’ being made first-hand or see Cave-Aged Cheddar being matured in one of the caves. As you would expect, there is also some of the finest Somerset Cider, sold in the village, but first-timers beware, this stuff is very strong……
Cheddar is also well known for the sweetest Cheddar Strawberries which are sold by local farmers in roadside stalls, people travel for miles to buy them, order a strawberry cream tea from our shop so you can try them for yourself!
Fact Time – for many years, Owley was a ‘Pick-Your-Own’ Strawberry Farm
