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Explore the caves that have been dug for chalk, flint, mushrooms and air-raid shelters since Roman times. Book a guided tour and enjoy the café, gift shop and special events at this unique venue.
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Chislehurst Caves are a series of intersecting man-made tunnels and caverns covering some 22 miles (35.4 km) [ 1 ] in Chislehurst in the London Borough of Bromley. From the mid-13th to early 19th centuries the "caves" were created from the mining of flint and lime-burning chalk. Today the caves are a tourist attraction and, although they are ...
Learn how to explore the mysterious underground labyrinth of Chislehurst Caves with a guided tour. Find out the prices, opening times, accessibility, parking, and more information for your visit.
Chislehurst Caves boast a remarkable history that spans centuries. Originally carved out for chalk used in lime burning and brick making, these tunnels have witnessed a myriad of uses over time. From storing munitions during the First World War to serving as a vital air-raid shelter during the Blitz, the caves have played a pivotal role in the survival and resilience of the local community.
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It is unclear exactly when the caves were first created. Early 20th century archaeologist William Nichols, then the Vice President of the British Archaeological Association, suggested that they had been made by the Druids, Romans and Saxons. This theory later led to different sections of the caves being named, and today tour guides point out suppos...
Today, the caves are open to the public via tour only. A 45-minute tour will take you along a mere mile of the tunnels, but it is well worth it to explore the relics of hundreds of years of human activity. Along with being a hugely popular tourist attraction, the caves have been the site of a number of cultural spectacles, such as two performances ...
The caves are a 30 minute train ride from London Bridge or Charing Cross, and are a short walk from Chislehurst Railway Station. By road, take the A222 between the A20 and A21. At the railway bridge by Chislehurst Station, turn into Station Approach, turn right at the end then right again into Caveside Close. By bus, the 269 runs between Bromley an...
Learn about the history and uses of Chislehurst Caves, a network of tunnels in southeast London. From chalk mining to World War Two shelter, from music venue to tourist attraction, discover the stories behind these caves.
Chislehurst Caves. Excellent cafe on site and display cabinets of WW2 artefacts and old photographs of the caves on the walls. Afterwards, we enjoyed a very good lunch there, and purchased a fridge magnet from the gift shop as a souvenir. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
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Apr 23, 2024 · Explore 22 miles of manmade tunnels where Jimi Hendrix played twice and 15,000 people sheltered during the war. Learn about the caves' origins, features and legends on a 45-minute guided tour.
