Kents Cavern
About
Kents Cavern is Britain's Oldest known prehistoric home. You are led by a guide through a labyrinth of undergound natural passages used by humankind for thousands of years. Neanderthals and the very first Britons occupied the caves. Here Victorian explorers combined geological time and fossil remains to reveal the antiquity of humanity. Open daily for guided tours. See natural caverns, amazing formations, remains of mammoth, woolly rhino, sabre-toothed cats. There is an Ice Age woodland trail quest, shop and restaurant with views over the Ilsham Valley. Located in Torquay, birth place of Agatha Christie, the caves are part of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark, 1.5kms from Torquay Harbour, close to the South West Coast Path. The caves inspired writers like Agatha Christie, Beatrix Potter and more recently folk-horror writer Adam Nevill. Perfect on any day all ,year. Onine pre-booking highly recommended to visit these popular Devon caves.
Highlights
- Guided Cave Tours
- Ice Age Trail
- Cave‑Aged Cheddar
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Pros & Cons
What visitors love
- Expert Guides
- Family‑Friendly
- Unique Geological Experience
Things to consider
- Crowded on Peak Days
- Limited Parking
What people are saying
At a glance
- Typical visit: about 1 hour