BACK TO THE CAVE – THE FULL SPECTRUM
IN COLLABORATION WITH GALLERY PANGOLIN
This summer, sculpture goes underground at Clearwell Caves for the second time with this exhibition of modern and contemporary sculpture, curated by Rungwe Kingdon and Claude Koenig. Taking its theme of colour from the oche mined at the caves since neolithic times, it will feature works by over fifty British and international modern and contemporary artists.
Visitors to the exhibition will follow a planned route – 550 metres long and up to 100ft below ground – where they will encounter sculptures, including several new site-specific works, and have a chance to explore the mine.
Artists taking part range from post-war pioneers Lynn Chadwick, Geoffrey Clarke and William Tucker, through to Antony Gormley, Damien Hirst, Sarah Lucas, Polly Morgan, Tavares Strachan, Monira Al Qadiri, Ann Christopher, Merete Rasmussen, and Peter Oloya. The full list will be announced soon.
Entry to the exhibition is included in your ‘Cave Entry‘ ticket purchased for dates running from 23 May to 31 August 2025.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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 10 unique caverns. Learn about more than 4,500 years of mining history and experience the excitement of being 100ft below ground…
Above ground, there is plenty of free parking for visitors. Our Lamproom Café offers organic coffee, lovely cakes and light lunches for hungry adventurers to fuel up.
Opening dates from February 2025 – 2nd November. Check our booking calendar here for open days and events. Open 10am – last entry 3.30pm. Monday – Sunday (closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays).
Online booking is encouraged. Book your ‘Cave Entry’ below.
Sculpture Exhibition – Back to the Cave: The Full Spectrum
In collaboration with Gallery Pangolin
23 May – 31 August 2025
Sculpture goes underground at the Caves for the second time with this exhibition of modern and contemporary sculpture, curated by Rungwe Kingdon and Claude Koenig. Taking its theme of colour from the ochre mined at the Caves since Neolithic times, it will feature works by 60 British and international modern and contemporary artists.
Visitors to the exhibition will follow a planned route – 550 metres long and up to 100ft below ground – where they will encounter sculptures, including several new site-specific works, and have a chance to explore the mine.
Artists taking part range from post-war pioneers Lynn Chadwick, Geoffrey Clarke and William Tucker, through to Antony Gormley, Damien Hirst, Sarah Lucas, Polly Morgan, Tavares Strachan, Ann Christopher, Merete Rasmussen, Peter Oloya, and many more.
This amazing sculpture exhibition is included with your ‘Cave Entry‘ tickets purchased for dates between 23rd May to 31st August 2025.
Deep Level Caving
Dare to Adventure Deeper?
Caving is a physical challenge; you get a bit dirty, but it’s great fun!
You will be walking, ducking, crawling and scrambling beyond the areas open to tourists to discover many incredible spaces the miners created, often hundreds of years ago.
Led by a highly skilled and experienced guide, you’ll be in small groups of up to 12 people, and the trip will take 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.
In the meantime, 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.
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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.
