Wells, Cheddar Cheese and Cheddar Gorge - Private Day Trip from Bath
Overview
This private day trip is a great way to experience some of the must-see attractions near Bath. After a drive through the English countryside you will have a guided walking tour around the cathedral city of Wells, England's smallest city and home to the 2nd oldest working clock in the world and Europe's oldest residential street. After lunch you will get a tasty insight into the area's most famous creation - Cheddar Cheese and witness some of the region's most spectacular scenery with a visit to Cheddar Gorge, England's largest gorge. The road through this gorge was recently awarded the title of the most scenic drive in Britain. Throughout the day you will be looked after by a local guide who was born and grew up in the West Country.
Inclusions
- Private tour with local guide
- Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission into Wells Cathedral and the Cheddar Cheese Factory
- Entry/Admission - Wells Cathedral
- Entry/Admission - The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Wells, Wells, Somerset, England
Your guide will collect you at 8:30am from your preferred pick-up point in Bath and drive you through the English countryside to the cathedral city of Wells, England's smallest city.
You will be taken on a private walking tour of Wells' historic centre. Some of the places visited are listed below.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Wells Market Place, Wells England
The market place is the hub of the city. If you are visiting on a Wednesday or Sunday you will be able to experience the local market that takes place here every week. Fans of the cult film "Hot Fuzz" may recognise their surroundings as the Market Place featured a number of times in this film.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Wells Cathedral Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE England
You will visit the magnificent 13th Century Wells Cathedral. Its beautiful interior has a number of unique features including the world's second oldest working clock.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Vicar's Close Street, Wells BA5 2 England
The picturesque Vicar's Close in Wells is the oldest residential street in Europe.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cheddar, Cheddar, Somerset, England
After lunch at an English pub you will be driven to Cheddar, the birth-place of the famous Cheddar cheese.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company, The Cliffs Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar BS27 3QA England
Today there is only one small cheese factory in the Cheddar area that produces traditional Cheddar cheese. You will visit this to get a great insight into how Cheddar cheese is made. If you are lucky you may even see the cheese being made whilst you are there.
At the end of the visit you will have the chance to taste different varieties of the cheese they produce, including a cheese which is matured in the local caves. Should you wish there will be an opportunity to purchase cheese as souvenirs or to enjoy on the rest of your holiday.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar BS27 3QE England
The spectacular Cheddar Gorge is England's largest gorge. Driving through the gorge you will have the opportunity to stop and walk up to your guide's favourite viewpoint on the gorge. You will be rewarded with fantastic panoramic views over the gorge and the surrounding area. This walk does involve a steep 15 minute ascent on an uneven path which can get muddy when there has been rain so this stop is optional as it may not be suitable for everyone.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to Bath.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Wells, Wells, Somerset, England
Your guide will collect you at 8:30am from your preferred pick-up point in Bath and drive you through the English countryside to the cathedral city of Wells, England's smallest city.
You will be taken on a private walking tour of Wells' historic centre. Some of the places visited are listed below.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Wells Market Place, Wells England
The market place is the hub of the city. If you are visiting on a Wednesday or Sunday you will be able to experience the local market that takes place here every week. Fans of the cult film "Hot Fuzz" may recognise their surroundings as the Market Place featured a number of times in this film.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Wells Cathedral Cathedral Green, Wells BA5 2UE England
You will visit the magnificent 13th Century Wells Cathedral. Its beautiful interior has a number of unique features including the world's second oldest working clock.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Vicar's Close Street, Wells BA5 2 England
The picturesque Vicar's Close in Wells is the oldest residential street in Europe.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Cheddar, Cheddar, Somerset, England
After lunch at an English pub you will be driven to Cheddar, the birth-place of the famous Cheddar cheese.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company, The Cliffs Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar BS27 3QA England
Today there is only one small cheese factory in the Cheddar area that produces traditional Cheddar cheese. You will visit this to get a great insight into how Cheddar cheese is made. If you are lucky you may even see the cheese being made whilst you are there.
At the end of the visit you will have the chance to taste different varieties of the cheese they produce, including a cheese which is matured in the local caves. Should you wish there will be an opportunity to purchase cheese as souvenirs or to enjoy on the rest of your holiday.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cheddar Gorge, Cheddar BS27 3QE England
The spectacular Cheddar Gorge is England's largest gorge. Driving through the gorge you will have the opportunity to stop and walk up to your guide's favourite viewpoint on the gorge. You will be rewarded with fantastic panoramic views over the gorge and the surrounding area. This walk does involve a steep 15 minute ascent on an uneven path which can get muddy when there has been rain so this stop is optional as it may not be suitable for everyone.
At the end of the tour you will be driven back to Bath.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Face masks are required inside the vehicle when we are driving (disposable masks will be provided if needed). Bath Insider Tours has been awarded the "We're Good to Go" certification by the National Tourism Board of England to recognise it is following government and industry COVID-19 guidelines.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
GlobeTrotting677678
October 2019
We did the Wells Cheddar Gorge full day tour. So much fun! The Cathedral was beautiful and the hike up the gorge was so worth it. We even saw a rainbow which Dan may have arranged...yes he is that good a tour guide. You can’t go wrong with any of his tours!
We did the Wells Cheddar Gorge full day tour. So much fun! The Cathedral was beautiful and the hike up the gorge was so worth it. We even saw a rainbow which Dan may have arranged...yes he is that good a tour guide. You can’t go wrong with any of his tours!Wendy S
July 2019
Our guide, Daniel, arrived at our rented flat and took us on an amazing all day tour ! We started in Bath and proceeded to the sights and areas around Bath. Well's Cathedral was beautiful and the lunch we had at the Crown at Well's was delicious. We had a very interesting and informative visit at...
Our guide, Daniel, arrived at our rented flat and took us on an amazing all day tour ! We started in Bath and proceeded to the sights and areas around Bath. Well's Cathedral was beautiful and the lunch we had at the Crown at Well's was delicious. We had a very interesting and informative visit at the Cheddar Cheese factory and really enjoyed the little town of Cheddar. My son and his wife bravely climbed the Cheddar Gorge and really enjoyed it ! Daniel realized my son's hobby was making craft beer and cider and added a side trip to Wilkin's Farmhouse where we tasted the famous cider that had been talked about on many famous chef's shows. The care and thoughtfulness of the day plan was amazing. We all felt that it was an amazing way to see the area of Bath ! Well worth the money !! Thank-you Daniel !!Y2249YH_
June 2023
Daniel was very kind and knowledgeable, and he tailored the trip to our specific needs (some mobility issues). We took a lovely walk along Wells Cathedral and Bishop's Palace, and then had lunch at a lovely English pub. From there we continued on to Cheddar to learn about the cheese-making proces...
Daniel was very kind and knowledgeable, and he tailored the trip to our specific needs (some mobility issues). We took a lovely walk along Wells Cathedral and Bishop's Palace, and then had lunch at a lovely English pub. From there we continued on to Cheddar to learn about the cheese-making process, and then headed to the Gorge, ending with a lovely look-out point on Somerset and the ocean. On the way, Daniel made sure to explain local geography, vegetation, history and myth, and even spoiled us with the most delicious local strawberries. I would not think twice before booking a trip with Daniel, as a great time is guaranteed!cathysJ6612JN
January 2023
This was my second time booking Bath Insider Tours and, once again, Daniel did not disappoint! The first time was a Cotswold Tour and this time we covered Wells Cathedral and Cheddar Gorge. Wells Cathedral may be my favorite Cathedral now! Daniel had a few surprises up his sleeve and I came hom...
This was my second time booking Bath Insider Tours and, once again, Daniel did not disappoint! The first time was a Cotswold Tour and this time we covered Wells Cathedral and Cheddar Gorge. Wells Cathedral may be my favorite Cathedral now! Daniel had a few surprises up his sleeve and I came home with some cider and cheese, great photos, and memories to last a lifetime. I especially like how Daniel shows videos of the places so you can see how it was featured in films.Gail B
November 2021
Daniel is your best mate in Bath who is happy to show you the less troden places. Started with an amazing view over the top of Bath. Well's was a beautiful city and i enjoyed the variety of call outs (Hot Fuzz being filmed, long jump, beautiful architecture and historic insight). Unfortunately, ...
Daniel is your best mate in Bath who is happy to show you the less troden places. Started with an amazing view over the top of Bath. Well's was a beautiful city and i enjoyed the variety of call outs (Hot Fuzz being filmed, long jump, beautiful architecture and historic insight). Unfortunately, the Cheddar Visitor center was closed (which I was given pleanty of notice about). But the alternative cider/cheese farm was an unexpectedly excelent visit. Cheddar Gorge is a beautiful piece of landscape and I appreciated Daniel quickly changing the tour when the route was a bit wet. Really enjoyed the day, highly recommended