This limestone cave system in West Sussex, England, features a network of underground passages and chambers, with impressive stalactites and stalagmites formed over millions of years. Visitors can take a guided tour to explore the cave's natural wonders, including the impressive 200-meter-long Main Chamber, and learn about its geological history and the rare species of bats that inhabit it.
An ancient mine from where building-grade chalk was once excavated. The probable source for the rock used to build Betchworth Castle - once one of England's finest chalk mansions. Nowadays, the cave is home to one of Britain's rarest mammals - the Bechstein Bat. Access is restricted to safeguard it and a host of other cave loving species.
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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An ancient mine from where building-grade chalk was once excavated. The probable source for the rock used to build Betchworth Castle - once one of England's finest chalk mansions. Nowadays, the cave is home to one of Britain's rarest mammals - the Bechstein Bat. Access is restricted to safeguard it and a host of other cave loving species.
