AN OCCASION LIKE NOTHING ON EARTH
(BECAUSE IT’S LITERALLY BELOW THE EARTH)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Spot the Golden Coins Competition
Many years ago there was an old miser living in the village of Clearwell. He was seen counting his gold sovereigns and people in Clearwell knew he was very rich. After many years the old man died without any family but when villagers searched his house, no one could find his gold. Everyday he had walked his little dog up past the mines and people began to think he may have hidden his coins underground in the old mine workings. They have never been found. Can you spot the coins through the caverns, when you walk through the Caves?
Competition sheets are free on entry to the Caves and a correct entry will be drawn after the end of August. The lucky winner will be sent some lovely goodies from our shop, depending on age.
For the curious, the correct number of coins hidden through the caverns will be shown on the front page of this website in September.
GOOD LUCK!
Visit the Caves
Underneath the mysterious Forest of Dean lies a hidden world, spectacular and unseen, a vast natural cave system that has been mined for thousands of years.
The Caves are self-guided — no need for a hard hat — explore winding passages and unique caverns. Discover a cave system with a fascinating mining history, where generations have dug for iron ore and ‘colour’ to make paint pigments. Go below the Forest of Dean…
When you arrive, there is plenty of free parking. A unique gift shop and our Lamproom Café with organic coffee, lovely cakes and light lunches for hungry adventurers to fuel up
Open from 14th February 2026 – 1st November. Check our booking calendar here for our open days and events. Open 10am – last entry 15.30pm. (Close 17.00).
Online booking is encouraged, to ensure we are open when you visit. Book your ‘Cave Entry’ below.
Deep Level Caving
Dare to Adventure Deeper?
Caving is a physical challenge; you get a bit dirty, but it’s great fun!
Go scrambling, ducking, crawling far beyond the areas open to the public, to discover incredible caverns often last mined centuries ago.
You are led by a highly skilled and experienced guide, in small groups of up to 12 people. Allow around three hours (including kitting up). Please allow more time if you would like to visit the Gift Shop or Lamproom Café afterwards.
Suitable for ages 7+ (under 18s must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian).
These trips are only run occasionally, depending on guide availability. For more details about our caving trips see our Adventure Deeper page.
If you have a group of people (6 or more) wishing to try caving, we may be able to arrange one for you. Send us an email at info@clearwellcaves.com.
Check out our bookings page to see availability using the button below. More dates will be posted as trips are arranged.
Go ‘off piste’ on a caving adventure, suitable for most abilities willing to share an incredible experience.
Whatever you are thinking of...
Please contact us by email if you would like to hire the Caves for an event: info@clearwellcaves.com
LOCATION FOR FILM, TV & PHOTOGRAPHY
A place this otherworldly, this historic, mysterious and atmospheric, makes a great backdrop for an exciting story! Please call us to discuss and arrange a recce. Ample vehicle parking.
