Wookey Hole Caves are a series of limestone caverns, a show cave and tourist attraction in the village of Wookey Hole on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills near Wells in Somerset, England. The River Axe flows through the cave. It is a Site of Special Scientific Interest for both biological and geological reasons. We did a tour and went inside the caves where you have to wear a hat for your own protection. The caves have walkways and steps and everywhere is illuminated with pretty lights. Interesting to see actual cheddar cheese being stored on the caves here. It.made for a very interesting day out. read more

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A firm family favourite as a child growing up in Somerset I knew I had to bring boo here while we are visiting. There is plenty of parking, and toilets in the parking lot which are super clean and well looked after. I can't say anything more about the price - it is expensive but it's there in writing before you go and you can make your decision. You can also get 15% off by booking online which we did. Boo was free because she was under 2. We were second family in in the morning (if you aren't 1/2 hr early you are late in my eyes!) and so knowing there wouldn't be a queue we went straight up to the caves and in for the first tour. If we were in late we probably would have gone in the back and up to the caves later. Boo's eyes almost fell out when we went in the caves, she couldn't stop looking everywhere. The tour was not long but very informative, they have added new chambers since we went 10 years ago, but I did not think the new chambers were that exciting (although boo did like us wearing hard hats) After the tour you pop out at the top and can wander down through a fairy village (not too much to see), dinosaurs (Boo's fave) and then enter into the play area. The play area for older kids looked amazing and Brendon and I both wanted to go on it and wished we could have! The play area for boo was more normal but she enjoyed it. She also put a penny and a pound in to receive a squashed penny. She absolutely loved the mirror maze - she finally found something she loves more than anything else in the world - herself! The penny arcade is getting a bit dated (I don't mean they are old - they are meant to be - but that they don't seem to be looked after) and we lost some money in machines that just didn't work. The gift shop was nicely laid out but it was hard to find things with Wookey hole on them, and not just random stuff. All in all, a great day if you make the most out of it :D read more

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I have to say, I also go by price on things - entry to the Wookey Hole costs £16 for adults and £11 for children, which if your a family of four is quite some dosh! However, the entry ticket does cover a lot of activities and attractions, most notably the Wookey Witch - you can learn how she ended up being turned into stone, and see her in a shockingly life-like persona! (I hear she might be the best paid witch in Bristol!) You can play pirate golf, although upsettingly that is extra, and cheese lovers can find out about cave aged Wookey Cheese. A little overpriced if you ask me, but you can book online and save 15%! read more

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I am not sure if i went here as a kid and my girlfriend had no idea if she had been either so on a rainy bank holiday we decided to give it a go. Right from the off it went down hill with the price. £18 each! Lucky i am a student so both in for £30, but £30 for half a day is pricy, hope it will be worth it. We are told the cave queue is long so to go to the mill first, thru the gift shop. Although a useful piece of advice it means you are going against the flow of all the other people and also away from the signs, so hard to navigate. We stumble into the circus show, a real good show starring young entertainers who are all fantastic, yes its more for kids, but the skills and pace are outstanding we thought. We then stumbled around trying to find our way to the caves, around some plastic dinosaurs, not a great area really, for the cost. Got lost in a loop and at the far end discover a map showing we are the opposite end of the complex to the caves, seeing as it is raining heavily the whole time this was not pleasing. Stroll back thru the confusing maze of shops and passage ways past the other slightly dated and poor areas, and thru the penny arcade for the 3rd or fourth time. Quick whizz around the mirror maze which is more a corridor really, vague entertainment. Back out to the rain. Crazy golf is quiet due to the rain so we have a round. This provided some hilarious entertainment as it is made harder with balls disappearing into deep puddles. We are now drenched and growing gradually worse at golfing skills. Probably the funniest time of the day. A fair walk up to the caves still a queue but lucky enough to be under the small stretch of covered walk way near the entrance (about 50m). After quite some time queuing and others becoming verbally impatient we are allowed into the caves. You have to follow a guide who is informative and interesting and available for questions at the end. The tour is good but not great and certainly lacking for the cost (£60+ for a family). would have preferred more time to take a few photos instead of a quick glance thru the tour guides flash light for some things. We exit the caves to discover we are back in the dinosaur park and have already covered most of the attractions. we decide the restaurants are probably huge cost for little food and bad quality (should have checked them out really) so we opt for buying some Cheese and heading home. Overall Interesting cave tour but seems fairly short and lacking compared to Cheddar, would have liked more time to have a look around to ourselves. All other attractions fairly cheap and dated but the circus show is certainly worth a look in. There is some minor activities for kids and i am sure young (under 8) children may enjoy some of it. However i heard one kid in the dinosaur section saying "This is all so fake i have been ripped off" he was about 10. I had to laugh! Crazy Golf is £4 for adults without the other attractions (worth a giggle). All seems hideously over priced for what it is and that was for two of us with no food or drink so good luck if there is more of you! There is an annual pass option but we covered everything (most things two or three times) in an afternoon in no rush. Can't say i would recommend it really unless i knew a lottery winner who liked to burn money! If you do give it a go the Cheese is excellent so grab some on the way out, not a bad price and certainly very tasty. My advice is buy some cheese and skip the rest. read more

Recently visited when I found a BOGOF entry voucher as I've never been before (must be the only person in Bristol as I'm sure it was a seasoned school trip). Everyone hears about the witch that died in the caves and was turned into petrified rock but I wanted to see it for myself. The caves when you enter are really spectacular. We visited on a dry day but it was quite slippery in places so if you are taking elderly parents and children make sure they have on suitable non-slip footwear. It really was an interesting tour especially when you learn that the caves were occupied by early man as the temperature in the caves is constant and habitable. We also visited the paper mill and the old penny arcade which was fun. A good day out for us. read more

We had a family day out to Wookey Hole last December, as we'd heard about the wonderful Father Christmas and we wanted to meet him for ourselves. We were far from disappointed. We had booked tickets to visit the grotto later in the day, but spme friendly elves advised us that we could go in straight away if we wanted, because the queue was very short. After about a 20 minute wait in a magical setting, with trees and fake snow and plenty to look at, we were transported into the main room to meet Father Christmas himself. What the children didn't realise was that there were actually several Father Christmas rooms to keep the queue moving quickly. My children were able to choose a quality soft toy each, which is still a firm favourite with both, and they then had their photo taken with Father Christmas, which was available to buy afterwards. There was a free old fashioned fairground ride outside which was also popular, and the gift shop was well stocked. I was a bit dubious about walking around the caves with a baby and a 3 year old in tow, but it was a fascinating tour and the scenery was truly breathtaking. The caves are very much not pushchair friendly, though, and you have to crouch down to fit through some of the tunnels. Wookey Hole is well worth a visit. read more

I went on a family outing to Wookey Hole and I have to say, we all had a blast! The gardens are fantastic, and the kids loved the Cave Museum (although the adults were a little spooked!) The accounts of the history and geology of the caves were enjoyable and they were beautiful, but I was holding on pretty hard to the guide rails a lot of the time and got a bit nervous. I think we got lost more than once on the trails, but that was all part of the fun. The Paper Mill was more enjoyable for the adults, I think (and the kids got a bit restless). But we all had fun with the hall of mirrors - I thought the kids would never get tired of it! read more

Yes, I echo the other comments that it is expensive. However, we have been here a number of times over the years, with and without children, and it has been thoroughly enjoyable each time. We've been at the peak of summer; busy but lovely surrounding in the bright sunshine. We've also been out of season, where you're better able to view the glorious underground caves in a slightly more relaxed fashion. The guides are excellent, spinning tales of history in magical fashion. You can sometimes get money off vouchers: try the tourist info centre in Clark's Village, or maybe have a look through the Western Gazette during the holiday season. I even wanted to look into getting married in the caves as I thought it would be a beautiful natural setting, which would add a timeless quality to our commitment to each other. I think we would have done so if we'd had a more intimate wedding than we ended up with. I am certain it would be very special, and I'd love to see a review from someone who did get married here. read more

Having visited Wookey Hole Caves many times in the past, my recent visit was very disappointing. The caves of course were amazing as always. However I found the new automated commentary painful, to say the least. It really subtracted from the whole experience of the tour. It cheapened this natural wonder, unless your age is seven and under. Owners and management you would be wise to bring back the personal commentary by your experienced and interesting guides. read more

We came to Wookey Hole today as a birthday treat for my four year old niece. Wookey Hole cave system and amusment park is a curious place ro say the least. I had fond memories of comming here as a child and was hoping that my niece would enjoy it as much. At 16 quid each for adults and 11 for kidsit is a little on the steep side. I used a voucher code giving free child entry. The cave tour takes about half an hour. And really was very interesting indeed. Some of the chambers are breathtaking and must be seen ! However the before and after does have a kinda low rent tired feel to it. And I didn't feel it was value for money. But it wasnt about me it was about my niece and she had a great time in the kids play area and the penny arcade afterwards. She also particapated in the making of paper. And this really was as exciting as it sounds ! There is circus theatre as well but we missed the performance. And there is crazy golf at a very cheeky extra cost. Oh and there are a few plastic dinosaurs scattered about. If you have kids and can get your hands on discount vouchers then off you go. But I feel that most would feel a little bit ripped off at having to pay over 50 quid for a family of four. Also it seems that apart from the actual cave tour. Anyone can enter the other sections without paying a penny ! read more

Wookey hole caves are an excellent afternoon out. The prices have risen this year -perhaps using clubcard vouchers is the way to go to save money. The caves really are brilliant, quite scarey for the little ones but still exciting. The paper mill is an extra which is interesting. The penny arcade was really fab and we were there for ages with the kids, Trying to drag them away took ages. Food is reasonable but we took food with us to save money, there wasnt much room to eat it though. Wear sensible footwear as the caves can be slippery. We will definately go back as soon as we are able to. read more

Rather expensive place to visit considering the state of some of the displays there but there is lots and lots to do. The caves were fun to walk around but the fairy and dinosaur sections were a bit naff. read more

I really enjoyed every minuet of this it was aimed at kids which i understand but it still worth going you don't see many places this wonderfull, a bit pricey but its not a regular thing so did not mind. read more

This may seem an expencive day out at first glance but it is certianly value for money. the pass takes you through the wookey cave's on a guided tour. an amazing experiance. from the caves you alk through the fairy gardens and many other fun sites. inside you will find a circus show, old penny machies and play areas. hot and cold food is served in a few separate venues. so much to see and do , it will take you all day. cant rate this place enough. read more

I never thought I would stay in a hotel that combined witches, cheese, caves, dinosaurs and pirates in to a theme park haha but it was a great place :) The room was a great size, meals were awesome, and the 'theme park' was so much fun. Actually regret we were only there overnight! Make sure you buy some cave cheese and watch out for the Witch of Wookey! read more

We went on a busy August day however queueing for 1.5 hours before getting into the caves was too long. After the caves is a fairy grotto and dinosaur park. For the price we paid this was a disappointing day out. The caves were lack lustre. A little more effort is needed here really to justify the entry fee. How about a witch act, real goats, monk for e.g. The dinosaur park was small, a few fibreglass dinosaur models and no animatronics. Paper mill wasn't running but kids could have a go. A large play area inside but too many kids completely out of control, not supervision just disclaimer notice 'use at your own risk' etc. The show was OK but this is an amateur production not a pro show like you see at other places. I couldn't recommend this attraction: especially at the very high price for what you get. It needs a revamp. read more

We visited Wookey Hole last summer, as I'd not been there for over 9 years and well before I'd had my children! It was well worth going and non of us were dissapointed. There was something there for everyone, adult or child and especially for the young at heart and with a good sense of humour! I was a bit scared about walking around the caves but it was a really interesting tour. The caves are not pushchair friendly and you have to stoop down to fit through some of the tunnels. but that said it was well worth it! Wookey Hole is well worth a visit for all the family read more

Paid 120 for the Halloween deal. On the site they make it sound like you get all this good stuff which is a lie. You only get the room and ticket to the cave. The circuits alone is 60.00 . The food in the hotel was rubbish too. Order chilli con carn and had about a spoon full of it with rice what a joke. Then ordered sticky toffee which was blatantly store bought and microwaves for 5.50. Stay clear of you don't want to get ripped off. read more

Nice visit for all the family, great caves very beautiful, and so much more with loads of different attraction in one place, see my full review and photos http://www.kevinsimon.co.uk/?p=3958 read more

It was good we went during school hours as we have a pre schooler so thought less busy Was so nice being quite but can imagine it would be horrible during holidays or weekend as I have heard the lines can take ages 1/3 of the caves was shut was slightly disappointing but they gave us free tickets to come again within a year time frame within our choosing which I thought was very generous The guide was good could tell she had learnt the lines well Dinosaurs were awesome my son loved it Obviously gift shop was over priced but they always are Would come again but only on school hours :-) read more

I hated the fact that it was a guided tour. I prefer to wander by myself, the tour was over very quickly and once out of the caves we found there was nothing much to do. We tried to hall of mirrors and after that left. The cheese is amazing though! A little disappointing I'd choose Dan-yr-Ogof over Wookey Hole. read more

What a great day out for all the family. This all weather attraction in the heart of Somerset is within easy reach of Wells. It has something for everyone. As well as the caves themselves which have an interesting guided tour that the kids loved (although my younger daughter found it a bit scary) there are all sorts of other indoor and outdoor attractions including a dinosaur park area and an indoor kids play area with a pirate theme. This is a particularly nice attraction in good weather but even if its raining there is plenty to do inside, although the complex is quite sprawling, including some of it over a road, so you might get a bit walk walking from area to area. The entry ticket is quite expensive, but you can often get money off coupons from tourist information offices and in newspapers and things. I think you can use Clubcard tokens too. Definitely worth it for a day out though, the kids love it. read more

worth coming here for the circus show alone. the cave and everything else was a bonus