Wookey Hole Caves

Situated in the heart of Somerset, evidence of early man inhabiting the site around Wookey Hole can be traced back over 50,000 years. As well as human artifacts, the many archaeological finds include the bones of tropical and Ice Age animals such as rhinoceros, bear, mammoth and lion. It’s thought that the caves were inhabited alternately by both man and hyena between 35,000 and 25,000 BC. More recently, the Celts settled and farmed in the area before the Romans arrived approximately 2000 years ago and took over the region for its rich mineral mines. There are other attractions at the site including the Dinosaur Valley with life-size models of dinosaurs, a Victorian Penny Arcade, a Mirror Maze and the River Axe Pirates children’s play area. There’s also a Victorian Papermill and Caves Museum which are popular with school visits.
Air: Exeter Airport and Plymouth Airport. Rail: Bristol Station (then bus or taxi). Road: Bus: Public services to Wells then taxi. Car: A39 and A371.