Wookey Hole | Somerset

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Wookey Hole

Wookey Hole Caves is one of the UK’s largest show caves systems deep below the Mendip Hills. It’s home of the Witch of Wookey Hole and offers a magical and historical day out for explorers of all ages.

Lots of fun whatever the weather!

When you visit Wookey Hole, you’ll enjoy an experience millions of years in the making.

There is plenty to do inside and out, from vintage penny arcades to museums, adventure golf, and soft play, to name but a few of the attractions. Not forgetting the breathtakingly beautiful caves, for which Wookey Hole is renowned.

There is always a great film to watch in the 4D cinema! These change on a regular basis throughout the year so make sure you check out the website to see what will be on when you visit!

What you need to know

Please wear sensible shoes as the floor in the caves can be uneven and wet in places.

Buggies cannot be taken through the caves.

Unfortunately, we cannot currently allow dogs onsite apart from Guide Dogs.

The caves are not wheelchair accessible. There is a 45-minute virtual tour available in the Mill.

Wookey Hole Circus

The fantastic Wookey Hole Circus creates and performs 3 original shows per year, these are in the theatre at weekends and during school holidays. Prepare to be dazzled by these super talented performers.

Food & Drink

Our on-site restaurant serves a selection of homemade dishes, snacks, sandwiches and drinks. Our large restaurant is open from 10.00 am daily and serves hot food from 12 noon.

The Ice Cream Parlour offers over 25 flavours of ice cream (including vegan and gluten free options), along with snacks and drinks. Open daily during school holidays.

Wild Wookey*

For the more adventurous and adrenaline seekers! Wild Wookey is a multi-award-winning, challenging caving experience designed for people who have an active and healthy lifestyle and who love action, confined spaces, heights, climbing, crawling and more!

*booked as a separate attraction

Stay at Wookey!

Wookey Hole is jam packed with family fun and adventure, so why not stay in one of Wookey Hole’s convenient and comfortable options? All three accommodations options offers are close to the beaches at Weston-Super-Mare and Brean, great walking routes over the Mendip Hills and only 20 miles from Bath and Bristol, making Wookey Hole an ideal base to explore the area.

View Tours at Wookey Hole here.


Nearby Places to Visit
American School Bus Glamping
Hedgerow Cottage & Glamping
Collie Shepherd Huts

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Address

Wookey Hole Caves
The Mill
Wookey Hole
Somerset
BA5 1BA

Opening Times

Mon9:30am - 5:30pm
Tue9:30am - 5:30pm
Wed9:30am - 5:30pm
Thu9:30am - 5:30pm
Fri9:30am - 5:30pm
Sat9:30am - 5:30pm
Sun9:30am - 5:30pm

Peak Season

The peak season is February half term, and weekends and school holidays from April to October (9:30am-5:30pm), and during our Winter Wonderland opening in December. We follow the Somerset schools holiday timetable.

Off Peak

We also operate off-peak hours from April to October mid-week, and outside of school holidays (10am-4:30pm). ALWAYS check ahead to avoid disappointment if you are coming off-peak. Please take note of Wookey Hole closure times below.

We are closed at midweek (Monday – Friday) during November, December, and January and up to February half term.

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Additional Features

  • Wookey Hole Caves
  • Wookey Hole Witch
  • Wookey Hole Tour

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