Cheddar Gorge should be an asset for the local community, rather than a distraction.
Our discussions with the police this year have included the potential closure of the Gorge to traffic at certain times over the weekends and installing noise cameras that penalise drivers in deliberately noisy cars, as well as a more visible police presence.
Closing the Gorge to traffic isn't the end of the story though - we want to replace cars with community events, such as food festivals, which will also help local businesses and boost tourism, and possibly even film nights, where movies are projected onto the cliff.
The Gorge could be so much more than it is and by encouraging more visitors, we can help to rejuvenate the area and make it the jewel in the local crown.
