Do I need prior caving or climbing experience?

No experience is necessary. Expert guides provide all instruction and equipment suited for beginners.

What should I bring for the day?

Wear sturdy boots and layered clothing; a packed lunch and water are recommended, though food is available nearby.

Is there an age limit for participants?

The activity suits most ages, but younger children may find some abseiling locations intimidating; climbing options are suggested for them.

Are the caves wet or dry?

There are both dry and wet cave options; guides tailor the experience based on your group’s preference and skill level.

How large are the groups?

Groups are kept small, typically up to nine participants per guide, ensuring personal attention and safety.

What happens in inclement weather?

The Mendip’s limestone caves are sheltered, but heavy rains can affect site access; Cave Climb monitors conditions closely and advises if changes are necessary.

Full Day Caving & Abseiling Adventure with Cave Climb | Guided Tour | Attraction

Set against the rugged backdrop of England's Mendip Hills, Cave Climb offers a full-day blend of caving and abseiling that invites adventurers of all levels to engage with some of the UK's most distinctive karst landscapes. This experience is rooted in the Mendips’ famous limestone geology—shaped over millennia and carved into underground networks and dramatic cliffs that challenge and captivate. With two cave options and varied abseiling sites in one accessible area near Cheddar, the day is carefully curated to balance excitement with safety and expert guidance.

Guests typically begin at Burrington Combe, a limestone gorge offering two of the day’s highlights: a beginner-friendly cave and approachable abseiling venues, both with convenient facilities nearby, including public toilets and the Burrington Inn for a hearty midday break. The cavernous passages of Goatchurch Cavern provide a welcome introduction to caving, with tight squeezes and rocky chambers that test your nerve but remain manageable for novices and children alike.

For those drawn to more intense vertical thrills, Cave Climb can arrange a switch to Swildon’s Hole, a famously wet and complex trip near Priddy, or the towering 25-meter cliffs at Split Rock near Wells—where the sheer walls present a challenge suited to more confident climbers and abseilers.

What sets Cave Climb apart in the local outdoor adventure scene is its dedication to personalized instruction, intimate group sizes, and a safety-first ethos that comes from decades of experience in mountain and cave leadership. In an area celebrated for both natural beauty and adventure potential, they provide a gateway to the underground and aerial landscapes rare in southern England. Whether you're hiking through the hills above or descending into shadowy caves and rappelling down jagged walls, Cave Climb makes the Mendips an unforgettable destination for vertical adventure.