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The Great Britain Guide

Natural landmarks · London

Chislehurst Caves

In or near Shortlands.

Paid admission♿ Wheelchair accessible££

Chislehurst Caves — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.

Chislehurst, Station Approach - geograph.org.uk - 1045074

Chris Downer — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Chislehurst · 0.2 km
  • Paid entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Chislehurst Caves is a other located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

Photo gallery

See it from the streetimagery from 2022

Imagery © Mapillary contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0

Official information

Chislehurst Caves are a historical site that has served various purposes over the centuries, including as an air-raid shelter during World War II. Visitors can explore the caves through guided tours that reveal their rich history and unique geological features.

Protected designations

  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Chislehurst Caves are located in London, postcode BR7. These extensive subterranean tunnels were formed from chalk mining, with origins dating back to the 13th century. The caves have been used for various purposes over the centuries, including as a refuge during the Second World War.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.4073, 0.0578
District
Bromley
Parish
Bromley, unparished area
Postcode
BR7 5QX
Parliamentary constituency
Eltham and Chislehurst
Phone
020 8467 3264
Nearest railway station
Chislehurst0.2 km
Opening
Wednesday to Sunday 10am–4pm; closed Christmas and New Year

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Chislehurst Caves?
Chislehurst Caves is in London, United Kingdom (postcode BR7 5QX), in the parish of Bromley, unparished area.
What is Chislehurst Caves?
Chislehurst Caves — a other in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Chislehurst Caves?
The nearest railway station is Chislehurst, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BR7 5QX.
Is Chislehurst Caves a protected site?
Yes — Chislehurst Caves is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
Is Chislehurst Caves free to visit?
Yes, Chislehurst Caves is free to enter.
How do I get to Chislehurst Caves?
The nearest railway station is Chislehurst, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BR7 5QX.