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Kents Cavern

Ilsham Rd, Torquay TQ1 2JF, England
44 1803 294059
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Ranked #3 of 28 attractions in Torquay
Type: Caverns/ Caves
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Paignton, United Kingdom
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54 reviews 54 reviews
25 attraction reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2013 NEW

We took our grandson aged 3½ to the caves and he enjoyed the hour-long tour. The guide was very good with children and included them in his talks. We had lunch in the restaurant and enjoyed our day so much we bought an annual pass which will give discounts on events and purchases.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

The tour of the caves was about an hour and the guide was very informative. The caves are remarkable and it would be hard for

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Preston, Lancashire
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4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Good value for money. We visited on a very wet day and it was a great place to go to to escape the rain. Excellent and knowledgeable guide. Well worth a visit.

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Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
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34 reviews 34 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

We visited Kents Caves May bank holiday weekend and loved every minute of it. The guide was very friendly and helpful and the history and archeology fascinating. They turned out all of the lights deep inside the caves to show what it was like to be in true darkness and literally could not see a hand in front of you!... More

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Newport, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013

The guide made it for me his knowledge of the geology was excellent, his voice was clear so that everyone could understand him. some nice formations throughout the cave I would visit again

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Banbury, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

We visited Kents cavern on an impulse whilst staying at Langstone Manor Holiday Park. The caves themselves were fascinating and the guide (Alan) was very informative, a great story teller and was fantastic with the younger members of our tour group. Being the happy snapper with a camera that I am, I took a lot of photos away from the... More

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torquay
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

we held our civil ceremony there. attention to detail first class. candle lit ceremony in the deepest cave. bubbles and nibbles in the top cave. lovely reception in the restaurant. thanks Claire!!

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Telford, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Although the history and the actual caves are most fascinating the overall experience when you put the cost and having to pay two pounds to park dampens the visit. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The cafe section were efficient and very pleasant to sit in the garden area.

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kentscavern, Manager at Kents Cavern, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Thanks for taking time to leave your feedback. We are sorry you found the experience "a little expensive" but you've kindly said how fascinating you found the caves and the history of the site. Thank you for saying so, This is very much appreciated, as are your comments about our helpful and friendly staff. As regards the car park charge,... More

Gloucester, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Had to pay for car parking £2 and then £8.95 each (per adult). Cave system was small - tour only took 50 mins and it only took this long as the guide did a lot of talking (not his fault, that was his job)

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kentscavern, Manager at Kents Cavern, responded to this review
May 13, 2013

Thanks for taking time to leave your feedback and of course we are sorry you found the experience fell short on value for money. Your comments have been shared with all the staff here. We do encourage visitors to buy cheaper tickets online, on the leaflet and on the website, and on TA, requiring only an email confirmation number, not... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

We just stayed nearby at the gleneagles and made the short walk to the caverns. What a pleasant surprise, totally unique and very very interesting, great guide and a must see for all ages. They also do weddings, who would have thought!

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