Thor's Cave

Sehenswürdigkeit | Ashbourne | England | Großbritannien

Höhlenbesuch im Peak District

Thor's Cave ist eine beeindruckende natürliche Höhle im Peak District, nahe dem Dorf Wetton in Staffordshire, England. Sie befindet sich etwa 80 Meter über dem Talboden und ist durch einen markanten, 7,5 Meter breiten und 10 Meter hohen Bogenzugang leicht erkennbar.

Archäologische Funde in Staffordshire


Geologie und Entstehung

Wanderwege rund um Thor's Cave

Die Höhle entstand durch die Erosion von Kalkstein über Millionen von Jahren. Ihre heutige Form ist das Ergebnis von Wasser, das weiche Kalksteinbereiche auflöste und so die Höhle bildete.

Geologie der natürlichen Höhlen


Archäologische Bedeutung

Sicherheitsvorkehrungen beim Höhlenbesuch

Archäologische Ausgrabungen haben Hinweise auf menschliche Besiedlung während des späten Jungpaläolithikums vor etwa 11.000 Jahren bis in die Eisen- und Römerzeit gefunden. Gefundene Artefakte umfassen Steinwerkzeuge, Keramik, Bernsteinperlen und Bronzegegenstände.


Zugang und Sicherheit

Der Zugang zur Höhle erfolgt über steile, teils rutschige Pfade, die festes Schuhwerk erfordern. Die Höhle selbst ist ungesichert, und das Betreten kann gefährlich sein. Es wird empfohlen, nur markierte Wege zu nutzen und Vorsicht walten zu lassen.


Aktivitäten und Umgebung

Die Umgebung von Thor's Cave bietet zahlreiche Wander- und Radwege, darunter der Manifold Way, der durch das Tal führt und einen spektakulären Blick auf die Höhle und die umliegende Landschaft bietet.

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Bewertungen

2266 Bewertungen

Mathijs Leenheer
09.03.2025

Very stunning views, lots of people. Some used drugs.
Liam Horsley
09.03.2025

Great place for a day out, cave was a little slippy due to damp conditions and alot of foot traffic would be great during the week out of peak hours
Kyieth Maynard
05.03.2025

Fantastic natural cave to explore. Entrance does involve some climbing, so depending on the weather expect to get wet and dirty, dress accordingly. Exit is slightly more tricky, wet slopes onto a top of a steep incline but if you take your time, no problem really.
Shakir Hussain
05.03.2025

Absolutely loved the hike to Thor's cave. There is a free parking with public toilets by Wetton village and there are signs that shows the direction to the car park.You have to walk back following the trail to the cave.The view point above the cave is so beautiful and then the cave itslelf is amazing. It's muddy and slippery around if its raining so proper hike shoes are recommended. The entry to the cave is slippery and tricky too but the view from inside is lovely. It's not far from Lud's Church around 13 miles, which is another popular destination so if you go there, the hike towards the Church would be a great experience.
Michelle Taite
03.03.2025

It's a pleasant walk from Weetton. The entrance is a climb/ scramble,everyone very helpful. Views beautiful
Rhiannon Martin
03.03.2025

Really easy to find lots of passing points on the roads surrounding. We went on a Sunday morning in February and by 11am it was getting really busy. My advice would be to get there early, especially during school holidays and the warmer months. Our two dogs managed it with ease. It’s very popular with dog owners so if your dog is t good with other dogs definitely go early. Plenty of kids managing it well. When wet or in the cooler months it can get very slippy, and very muddy so dress appropriately with good shoes! There is a tea room near by for refreshments, they take card but there is a minimum order of £5 to do so. The nearby parking gets full quickly so if you want a spot instead of parking up along the edges nearby, again, go early. People were generally very considerate and friendly.
Shaunie „Starman“
01.03.2025

Great little walk with the kids from Wetton. The tea rooms were closed but the muddy walk up to the cave was nice. Id wear good shoes, as it does get slippery near the caves. You have to scramble into the cave and then back down. Some people that are not good on their feet may struggle with this. The views are great and the locals have put enough signage up to point you in the direction of the caves, rather than through their lovely gardens.
Michael Myles
01.03.2025

Excellent little day out location. Worth an experience but beware of muddy conditions.
Rebecca Ashmore
27.02.2025

An easy walk up to the cave. My three year old was able to walk the whole way up and down. It's slippy and muddy in the cave so make sure you're wearing suitable clothes. We spent a good 45 mins exploring inside the cave ( we were with three children ) and they really enjoyed it. Not sure I'd climb it again. Once you've done it, you've done it but it's definitely worth a visit.
Hamish Connor MacLeod
27.02.2025

Great place to walk around and explore , plenty of places nearby to park up and walk around up to Thor’s Cave itself , you have to actually climb into the cave itself which is slippy but doable , lots of couples , families and groups of friends there but annoyingly people bringing dogs ,
HOLMESY
26.02.2025

Very nice place to visit the Cave, and the surrounding area is lovely for walks etc although I went on a rainy day and it was very wet and muddy I and my partner really enjoyed it and we will definitely be going back in the summer..
Rich Lovewell
22.02.2025

Great day out with the kids. Gets touristy. Mill Cafe not too far away.
Brezničanová Simona
22.02.2025

Nice place but very muddy place, in some places not safe.You need to be careful where you walk because you can slip easily.
Caroline Ming
22.02.2025

Nice walk, lovely views but very muddy/ slippy. One of group had a nasty slip so be careful.
Lindsay Hubert
19.02.2025

Awesome cave located in the peaks, supremely muddy in winter though! Highly recommend getting your adventure on and climbing right up into it!
Jake R
10.02.2025

Busy but great. Easy walk, cave entrance can be tricky though.
edward powell-smith
08.02.2025

Great walk for a fit family/healthy friends. If you fear stairs then maybe just find yourself a mud pub instead

 

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