Foreign Students
Kents Cavern is a spectacular natural cave on the coast of south Devon. The cave is only a short walk from the beach and the beautiful South West Coast Path. It is easy to access by foot, by coach and public transport and is open for organised school visits all year. Undoubtedly Kents Cavern is one of Britain's most special caves. The incredible geology and rich archaeological heritage of the cave has been astounding scientists and visitors alike for centuries. Records show the mysteries of the caves have been enticing explorers to venture into their depths since 1571. However, archaeological evidence and research reveals that people and animals have been visiting the caves for hundreds of thousands of years. Today Kents Cavern is a gateway visitor centre for UNESCO's English Riviera Global Geopark. Kents Cavern's links to the cultural heritage of Britain goes back further than any other location in the UK. Here are 10 reasons students visiting the UK should come to Kents Cavern: - Kents Cavern is Britain's oldest recognisable human dwelling
- The site is a gateway visitor centre for UNESCO's English Riviera Global Geopark
- Agatha Christie, who lived in Torquay, refers to Kents Cavern in her 1924 thriller "The Man in the Brown Suit"
- Hand axes found in the caves are dated at 500,000 years old
- Beatrix Potter visited the cave in 1893 and is believed to have been inspired by this visit to write her story of Mrs Tiggy-Winkle's cave.
- We are located in a well established urban seaside resort with excellent host family facilities.
- The oldest human fossil in Europe comes from Kents Cavern, a 38,000 year old human jawbone.
- Charles Darwin put the finished touches to his classic "The Origin of Species" when he spent time 1km from Kents Cavern in 1859.
- Tours are led by English speaking guides, trained to lead foreign student groups and we offer translated audio commentaries in French, Italian and German during the tour.
- ...And finally if your students are looking for something less educational, the summer evening Fright Nights! in July and August in a most do activity.
We can also organise and suggest great combination day trips: - Kents Cavern + Geopark Coastal Cruise
- Kents Cavern + Torquay Museum
- Kents Cavern + Steam Train
Free Leader Evaluation visits
Come along and evaluate the caves for your next school trip to the UK. Call 01803 215136 or email: caves@kents-cavern.co.uk for more information.
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