Clearwell Caves

Clearwell Caves, at Clearwell in the Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire, England, is a natural cave system which has been extensively mined for iron ore. It now operates primarily as a mining museum.

Clearwell
LocationClearwell, Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire
Coordinates51°46′16″N 2°36′52″W
Entrances1
AccessPublic
LightingYes
VisitorsYes
FeaturesOchre. Lake

The caves are part of a Natural England designated Site of Special Scientific Interest and the notification includes parts of Clearwell along with Old Bow, Lambsquay and Old Ham mine complexes.

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