Goatchurch Cavern, Limestone cave system in Burrington Combe, Somerset, England.
The cavern extends 750 meters in length and descends 55 meters deep through a network of passages, including the notable Giant Steps section.
The earliest documentation of the cave dates to 1736 when John Strachey mentioned it as 'Guy Hole' or 'Goechurch' in historical records.
Excavations in the 1920s uncovered Pleistocene-era artifacts and remains of ancient mammals, including mammoth and cave lion bones.
The cave system offers two entrance points with free access, making it suitable for both beginner cavers and experienced spelunkers.
Inscribed marks resembling the letter W, discovered in 2003, indicate ritual protection symbols potentially dating between 1550 and 1750.
GPS coordinates: 51.32080,-2.75354
Latest update: March 10, 2025 07:36
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