Myth and Legend: The Best Supernatural Landmarks of England
| October 9, 2017
Cheddar Gorge
Although Cheddar Gorge is a beautiful location, it inspired myth and legend rather than actually being a part of those stories itself. The Lord of the Rings author J.R.R. Tolkien paid a visit to the Cheddar Gorge on his honeymoon, and was inspired by the craggy cliffs and elaborate cave systems where they age cheddar cheese. He took inspiration from the Cheddar Gorge when he created the holdfast of Helm’s Deep, which plays a starring role in his book The Two Towers.
If you want to be inspired as well, the Cheddar Gorge is a quick drive away from the town of Cheddar, just off the M5 highway.
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