NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

A grand tour of the central Mendips taking in the limestone gorges at Cheddar and Ebbor, and Beacon Batch – the highest point in the range.

■ Distance: 10 miles/16km ■ Time: 6 hours ...

■ Distance: 9 miles/14.4km ■ Time: 4½ hours ...

■ Distance: 10¼ miles/16.5km ■ Time: 6 hours ■ Grade: Challenging

■ Distance: 6½ miles/10.6km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate