About Wookey Hole

An unforgettable Day Out for the Family in Somerset – Caves, Legends, and Adventure at Wookey Hole

Looking for an great value family day out in Somerset? Discover Wookey Hole, a magical destination full of caves, legends, and adventures that captivate both the young and the young at heart.

Nestled in the heart of Somerset, Wookey Hole Caves offers a unique experience shaped by millions of years of history. From the awe-inspiring underground caves to a variety of exciting attractions above ground, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Things to do at Wookey Hole:

Explore the famous 8 stunning cave chambers, each with its own story and natural beauty.
Visit the cheese tunnel, home to the legendary Wookey Hole Cheese.
Step back in time at the vintage penny arcade or dive into history at the museum.
Have fun outdoors with adventure golf, and let the little ones run free in the soft play area.
Come for one of our special events and see a live Circus Show.
Meet the Witch! Wookey Hole's legendary Witch likes to visit for School Holidays.

A Rich History of Legends and Inhabitants
The caves are more than a natural wonder—they’re steeped in history and legend. Over the years, Wookey Hole has been home to fascinating residents, including giant hyenas, bears, Neanderthals, and even early humans. The site has also played a significant role in pagan and Roman worship, adding to its mystical charm.

Plan your visit today to Wookey Hole, Somerset’s ultimate destination for a great value day out packed with family-friendly fun, adventure, and history. Whether it is your first time or your fiftieth, there is always something new to discover. We can’t wait to welcome you.

See what’s happening right now inside Wookey Hole Caves with our Live Cams.

Latest news…

Wookey Hole Announces The Rendezvous as Charity of the Year for 2024!

4th June, 2024 by Wookey Hole

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Move over vanilla! There’s a bold new ice cream flavour in town

4th April, 2024 by Wookey Hole

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Work for us

We are always interested in hearing from people with a passion for Wookey Hole, customer service and working in a extraordinary place. We are a friendly, hard working bunch and always welcome CV’s, even if we are not currently advertising a vacancy. There is plenty of opportunity for seasonal work.

You can view our current job vacancies at Wookey Hole here.

Or send us your CV and a covering letter to: [email protected]

We know that the ‘perfect candidate’ doesn’t always exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don’t tick every box. If you’re excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we’re looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could just be what we’re looking for!

We believe in equality of opportunity and understand the value of a diverse mix of talented people that is representative of our community. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of their race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability.

Current vacancies