[velox_io]

I grew up near Cheddar, If you were expecting an Empire of Cheese it's surprisingly modest. I recommend Wookey Hole and the area is a good place for bike rides (just not on the weekend). I seriously recommend Thatchers Gold [cider], that's probably Somerset's best export (and the Wurzels if you like cliches, only builders and farmers actually sound like that).

I thought cheddar took off because it's easy to transport and store).[/success kid]

PS: Cheddar is definitely nicer than creme fraiche (unless you enjoy soggy sandwiches, and a salad... no, just no). ;)

[emmelaich]

Wookey hole doesn't compare to many other caves really. It's a bit hokey.

That said, there are caves that you can explore with speleologists.

Also, Cheddar gorge itself is really short. The geography is interesting though. Water from mendips result in a perpetual spring in the middle of Wells. (hence the name)

And the spring in Glastonbury Tor. Probably.

PS. Area is great for good cheap cider aka scrumpy.

[onion2k]

Dorset is better for cider.

Source: I grew up in Dorset and was a teenager.

[dan-robertson]

It is fortunate there was no AOC-like regulation requiring all cheddar to be aged in cheddar caves