Cheddar Gorge - early walk avoiding the UK heatwave

Hi everyone, a very early walk up through Cheddar Gorge at 4.30am and then back over the cliff and back down Jacobs Ladder , we are experiencing a heat wave in the UK at the moment, I saw 34 degrees in the car this afternoon, it was 19 degrees when I left home at 4.00am, I really struggle to function properly in the heat The thumbnail is from one of my photos from a past visit All filmed on my phone, a Google Pixel 8a and edited on the Inshot app 0:00/3:50 music only and a wander up through Cheddar Gorge 3:51/8:29 badly framed intro & and walk to the end of the Gorge 8:30/14:38 up over the cliff and back down Jacobs Ladder --------------------------------------------------------- My two videos I mentioned in this video    • Axbridge Somerset walk from Winscombe Stat...   Axbridge video    • Ebbor Gorge Somerset, info not mentioned o...   Ebbor Gorge video ------------------------------------------------------- The channels I mentioned in this video    / @smoggiewalks578   ‪@smoggiewalks578‬    / @nigelhelensadventures   ‪@NigelHelensAdventures‬ -------------------------------------------------------- the following information is from ChatGPT Here are some fascinating facts about Cheddar Gorge, one of England's most iconic natural landmarks: --- 🌄 Geography & Geology Location: Somerset, England, near the village of Cheddar. Formation: Formed during the last Ice Age, around 1.2 million years ago, by meltwater cutting through the limestone. Size: It’s the largest gorge in the UK, stretching about 3 miles (4.8 km) long and up to 400 feet (122 m) deep. --- 🦴 Archaeological Significance Cheddar Man: The remains of Cheddar Man, Britain's oldest complete human skeleton (over 9,000 years old), were found in Gough's Cave in 1903. DNA link: In a famous study, DNA from Cheddar Man was linked to a living local schoolteacher – suggesting long-term regional ancestry. --- 🕳️ Caves The gorge contains two show caves: Gough’s Cave: Rich in stalactites and stalagmites; home to Cheddar Man. Cox’s Cave: Features dramatic lighting and chambers. The caves are maintained by Cheddar Gorge & Caves, a popular tourist attraction. --- 🧀 Cheddar Cheese Connection Cheddar cheese gets its name from the village of Cheddar. Traditional cheese aging still takes place in Gough’s Cave due to its ideal temperature and humidity. --- 🧗‍♂️ Outdoor Activities Rock climbing, hiking, and cycling are popular along the cliffs and surrounding Mendip Hills. The Cliff-top Walk offers panoramic views and wildlife spotting. --- 🐐 Wildlife Home to feral goats and Soay sheep which help maintain the landscape. Rich in rare plants and bats due to its unique microclimate.