Ash Hole Cavern, Ancient limestone cave in Brixham, England.
Ash Hole Cavern is an ancient limestone cave in Brixham with two entrances: a natural opening at the base of a sinkhole and a larger one created through quarrying in the 1800s. Both openings lead into a connected cave system that is now a protected site available for exploration and study.
Archaeological excavations in the 1830s revealed human remains along with Roman coins and pottery shards dating back to the Bronze Age. These discoveries show the cave was used by people across many centuries of history.
The cave holds inscriptions on its walls dating from the 1920s, left by visitors who wanted to mark their presence. These writings show how people have used and valued this space as a destination across generations.
The cave can be reached via Mount Pleasant Road in Brixham and is maintained as a protected site. Before visiting, stop by the local tourist center to learn more and get helpful guidance for your trip.
Reverend Henry Francis Lyte, the composer of the famous hymn 'Abide With Me', investigated this cave looking for a supposed tunnel. He searched for a legendary passage that was said to stretch all the way to the nearby town of Kingswear.
Location: Brixham
GPS coordinates: 50.40040,-3.49706
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:54
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