The UK's Best Caving Spots

The unique geology of many parts of the Unitedthis region, making it especially unique. Wookey Hole
Kingdom has made for an ample number of cavingand Cheddar Gorge are the two points where the
opportunities. Although hiking, cycling and otherpublic can gain access to these caves, and a visit
popular activities are great ways to see thehere makes for a great - and adventurous - holiday.
countryside of the UK, caving allows you to gain a- Devon - Along the River Dart, several small but
whole new perspective on this incredible land.interesting caves are available for exploration. From
Whether you're an avid and experienced caver - or ifthe archeological remains that have been found in
you've never so much as set foot in a cave - thereKents Cavern to the Beer Quarry Caves and their
is a true plethora of options in several differentlong mining tradition, there's a bit of something for
regions of the UK. If you've been thinking abouteveryone here.
getting into caving, consider a few of the following- County Fermanagh - Northern Ireland is home to
areas for inspiration:many prime caving areas; head over to County
- Yorkshire Dales - The Yorkshire Dales are probablyFermanagh to explore Noon's Hole, Badger Pot and
the most well-known place to enjoy a wide array ofthe Boho Caves.
caving opportunities in the United Kingdom. There are- South Wales - By finding last minute hotel deals in
dozens of caves along the hillsides here, and if you'dSouth Wales, you can set off on a prime caving
like to start exploring them you should seekadventure. Whether you choose to explore Ogof
accommodations in Ingleton. From there, you'll be ableDraenen - the longest cave system in Wales - or the
to gain access to the largest array of caves andintriguingly decorated Otter Hole, you'll have an
should be able to find something that will hold yourunforgettable time in the labyrinthine caves of this
interest.part of the UK. By saving big on last minute
- Mendip Hills - Large sections of limestone have beenaccommodation, you can also keep well within your
eroded away by the forces of water to create atravel budget as you make your way around the
series of stunning caves in the Mendip Hills. Britain'smain caving sites.
largest underground river system also flows through