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Caves, Mines & Underground in Bristol
Bristol has a proper knack for tucking something underground into a day out. Giant's Cave, close to the centre, is a steep 130 step descent through a 200-foot tunnel to a platform staring straight at the Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge, tickets from £1.50 and best for ages 4 and up. The bridge itself is free to walk across, with a museum of hidden vaults and a children's trail tucked inside. Out at the Mendip Hills, guided walks lead through limestone gorges and ancient woodland to caves hidden in the landscape, from £8. For toddlers, the free bridge trail or the outdoor Mendip walks are the gentler start, both pushchair friendly. Giant's Cave suits older children happy with steps and a proper tunnel. If you fancy a longer trip, Hopewell Colliery in Coleford has an ex-miner guiding you past real coal being dug and hauled up in carts, ages 4 to 16, booking required, with parking and a cafe on site. Further still, a drive out to Tonypandy gets you a simulated dram ride and a coal owner's parlour to poke around.
5 places 1 free to visit
A Welsh Coal Mining Experience
Tonypandy
A trip underground-style, with a simulated dram ride, interactive displays and a coal owner's parlour to poke around.
CaféGroup bookings
FreeClifton Suspension Bridge
Bristol
Free walk across a famous bridge, plus a museum with hidden vaults, a film and a children's trail to hunt down.
Bike parkingCaféGift shopGroup bookings+5 more
from £1.50Giant's Cave
Bristol · ages 4+
A steep 130-step descent through a 200-foot tunnel to a cliff-side platform looking straight at the Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
CaféIndoor seatingFood on siteVegetarian options
from £10Hopewell Colliery
Coleford · ages 4-16
A real ex-miner takes you underground to see actual coal being dug and hauled up in carts.
Booking requiredCaféFree parkingGift shop+1 more
from £8Mendip Hills National Landscape
Bristol
Guided walks through limestone gorges, ancient woodland and hidden caves across the Mendip Hills.
Dog friendlyOutdoor playPicnic areaPicnics allowed+2 more
Good to know: caves, mines & underground in Bristol
Are any of them free?
Yes, Clifton Suspension Bridge is free to visit.
What does a paid visit cost?
Paid entry starts from £1.50 at Giant's Cave. Prices, ages and facilities are listed on every place page, taken from each venue's own published price list.
Whereabouts are they?
You'll find caves, mines & underground in Tonypandy, Bristol and Coleford. Every place we list is in or around Bristol, and each listing has the full address and directions.
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