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    Kents Cavern

    2,615 Reviews
    #5 of 41 things to do in Torquay
    Nature & Parks, Caverns & Caves
    Closed Now: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    89/91 Ilsham Road | Cavern House, Torquay TQ1 2JF, England
    Open today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    “Spooky halloween”

    I have been many times as a child to the caves and wanted to share the experience with friends and... read more

    Reviewed 2 days ago
    cococlobo
    via mobile
    “Add to your to visit list……”

    This place has never been somewhere I had thought about visiting. I’m so glad I did. The caves... read more

    Reviewed 6 days ago
    gemmaa886
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    Plymouth, United Kingdom
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    About
    Kents Cavern is by far Britain's most important prehistoric cave used by ancient humans for the last 500,000 years including Neanderthals and early modern humans. The caves are open every day (except Christmas Day) for guide tours, 7 days a week...more
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    Hours Today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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    Suggested duration: 2-3 hours
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    89/91 Ilsham Road | Cavern House, Torquay TQ1 2JF, England
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    All reviews tour guide woodland trail cave system excellent tour well worth a visit great guide rainy day gift shop all ages interesting place to visit sense of humour adults and children value for money car park cream tea couple of hours caves
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    Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
    Spooky halloween

    I have been many times as a child to the caves and wanted to share the experience with friends and my partner. We ended up going on the ghost adventure evening which was fantastic. The actors were all amazing and the stories and information was...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank cococlobo
    Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile
    Add to your to visit list……

    This place has never been somewhere I had thought about visiting. I’m so glad I did. The caves were fascinating. Simon our tour guide was so knowledgeable about the history. His narrative was engrossing, and engaging for all levels of the group. The light show...More

    Date of experience: January 2019
    Thank gemmaa886
    Reviewed 6 days ago
    Any weather attraction.

    On the coast the weather can change day by day. Waking to rain is always a big 'downer' so you are looking to get out and about. We found information about a local attraction Kents Cavern. Just a few minutes up the road , we...More

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank Michael S
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Day out.

    An interesting day out. Not for those who are clostaphobic or don't enjoy dark places. Highly interesting and worth the visit

    Date of experience: January 2019
    2  Thank BoardingPass705943
    Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
    Awesome

    Loved this place, especially in the hot weather!Took my Daughter here when she was over on a visit from Ireland.Very good guide as well very knowledgeable.And when the lights go out......

    Date of experience: July 2018
    1  Thank Ripclint
    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Definitely worth a visit

    Well presented tour and made interesting by the guide. A look back in history that’s 1000’s of years ago. Whatever the age a must visit when your in the area. Good cafe and shop as well as plenty of space. Highly recommend

    Date of experience: December 2018
    1  Thank Alank939
    Reviewed 18 December 2018 via mobile
    Santa at Kent's cavern

    Simply magical!!!! A brilliant trip to see Santa with a wonderful message to children (and adults) about the importance of being kind. I couldn't recommend it highly enough. All those who that we met were friendly and helpful and it made my Christmas.

    Date of experience: December 2018
    1  Thank Lauren D
    Reviewed 16 December 2018 via mobile
    Worth a visit

    Went on the first tour of the day, seemed the best time to go as when we came out it was getting very busy. The kids loved it, especially the bones & hearing all the stories, the guide was very knowledgable & very good at...More

    Date of experience: December 2018
    1  Thank JazmineD_13
    Reviewed 12 December 2018
    underground in Torquay

    been to other caves but this was the best guide made it very interesting and was knowledgeable bought the caves to life nice cafe priced right

    Date of experience: November 2018
    1  Thank Travel799557
    Reviewed 11 December 2018
    Great Tour, engaging and interesting

    We have lived near Plymouth for 20 years, and had not heard of Kents Cavern until our son went on a school trip there. He loved it so much, that he insisted we took him again, only a few weeks later. The tour of the...More

    Date of experience: November 2018
    1  Thank finne703
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    6 April 2018|
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    Response from Ro d | Reviewed this property |
    From their website the answer is no. "Registered Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, Guide Dogs for the Blind, Disability Support Dogs, Medical Assistance Dogs, Disability Assistance Dogs and Seizure Alert Dogs are permitted to... More
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    TaniaS3202
    3 February 2018|
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    Response from tarabeacroft | Property representative |
    Yes. You can take even babies into the caves. Be aware that there is a sound and light show at the beginning of the tour and a brief moment darkness. Tour guides are well trained to look after and entertain children as well... More
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    12 September 2017|
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    Response from Keith N | Reviewed this property |
    I agree with te other comments but woan uld add that it is a cave with rocky floors. they can be uneven and wet and sloppy. The staff are helpful but only you know your own capabilities it can be a risk. I suggest you talk... More
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