Caves Archives

Antrim – Glens Hedge School

In the 18th century the elementary education of the masses in Ireland was mainly carried out what was called hedge schools. in Glenariff ,one of the caves near the pier was used as a school.

Antrim – Bruces Cave

The famous Bruces Cave is situated in the cliffs of Raithlin Island Antrim. Robert the Bruce hid here in 1306 after his defeat by the English at Perth.

Clare – Doolin Cave

Doolin Cave is home to the Great Stalactite, a world-class natural tourist attraction and the most important ecotourism attractions in Ireland

Donegal – Maghera Caves and Port

It is that the chemistry of dark sea caves, the wide, dazzling silver beach which leads to them, and the wild, craggy hills above them, gives you a sense of being transported to a magical wilderness.

Fermanagh – Marble Arch Caves

One of Europe’s finest showcaves allowing visitors to explore a fascinating, natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and lofty chambers.

Kerry – Crag Cave

A visit to Crag Cave will delight and enthrall all ages and the activity centre Crazy Cave is ideal for a party venue, school tours or just some family fun in Kerry

Kilkenny -Dunmore Cave

Consisting of a series of chambers formed over millions of years, the cave contains some of the finest calcite formations found in any Irish cave.

Roscommon – Arigna Mining Experience

Arigna Mining Experience provides the family with a unique insight into what coal mining life was like in the Arigna Valley in county Roscommon

Tipperary – Mitchelstown Caves

Mitchelstown Caves is considered one of the most spectacular caves in Ireland where visitors and group outings are shown daily through this world famous cave in Co. Tipperary