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The geology and history of “Reigate Caves” – Field Trip
Event type:
Field trip, Regional Group, Social event
Organised by:
Solent Regional Group
Event status:
EVENT CLOSED
Reigate in Surrey is well known for its 'caves' which riddle the town centre although these are in fact old sandstone mines. The castle mound overlooking Reigate town centre is composed of soft sandstone and has been mined over several centuries. The castle has long gone but the mound and many of its excavations still remain.
The Wealden Cave & Mine Society (WCMS) will lead this tour of Reigate's historic underground heritage, known locally as the "Reigate Caves", which include the Barons' Cave in the Castle Grounds and the East and West Caverns in Tunnel Road. Your view of Reigate will be changed forever once you have experienced what lies beneath the town!
The plan is to meet at the South end of Tunnel Road, near to Café Rouge (or indeed in the tunnel if raining) at 1.45pm. The tour will take approximately two hours and there will be a charge of £5 each per adult.
Time
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Venue
South end of Tunnel Road, Reigate, Surrey