There are regular club meets to suit all abilities, normally with something going on at least once a month. We have a number of ‘home meets’ based at Whitewalls, our club hut in Llangattock, plus a selection of ‘away meets’ to a variety of caving regions all around the country and sometimes abroad.
The calendar of events below shows club trips planned for 2025, and is updated throughout the year. Other trips also happen on an ad-hoc basis, so keep an eye on the members’ WhatsApp group to see what else is going on.
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10-12 January – Daren Clean Up
A trip to White Passage in Daren Cilau to move the waiting pile of rubbish bags currently in-situ there closer to the entrance and take as much as possible out of the cave.
24-26 January – Annual Dinner and AGM
The Annual Dinner is booked for the evening of Saturday 25th at The Bear in Crickhowell. Caving activities to be decided at the time, and there will be a couple of easier trips on offer for the benefit of new and prospective members. The AGM will be held at Crickhowell Parish Hall on Sunday morning at 10:30 am.
February
21-23 February – Whitewalls Meet
Mel, Stuart, John and Chris cordially invite fellow members and partners to celebrate their combined 263rd Birthday on the evening of Saturday 22nd February at Whitewalls. The evening will begin with a fine red wine tasting at 7pm followed by a choice of hot main dishes (including a vegetarian option) and desserts. A barrel of beer and white wines will be provided too. Please RSVP Mel or Stuart if you’d like to come along. Caving options for this weekend include a trip to Tunnel Cave on Saturday.
March
14-16 March – Mendip
A weekend staying at the Shepton Mallet Caving Club hut in Priddy with three days of caving starting with a trip to the September Series in St Cuthbert’s Swallet on Friday evening. Saturday’s caving will include the well-decorated Upper Flood Swallet, a sporting SRT trip in Home Close Hole and an easier trip to Land of Hope and Glory in Wookey Hole. There will be another choice of caves on Sunday with trips to Shatter Cave and Withyhill Cave in Fairy Cave Quarry, plus a trip to Wookey 24 for those wanting more of a physical challenge.
April
17-21 April – Easter at Whitewalls
A fabulous four day weekend of caving in Wales. Trips TBC.
May
16-18 May – North Wales
Various mine trips will be on offer during this weekend, including a trip to Milwr Tunnel. Accommodation and location to be confirmed. Contact Andy Thompson and Hugh Wells for more information.
June
23-27 June – Working Week at Whitewalls
Following last year's very successful and enjoyable week we'll be repeating the event.
27-29 June – Summer Barbecue Weekend at Whitewalls
The working week will end with the annual Summer BBQ. Accompaniments including buns, salad, spuds, and sauces will be provided (for a small fee). Just bring your own meat or veggie lumps to cook on the BBQ. Of course there’ll be a selection of caving trips to work up an appetite first!
July
25-27 July – Yorkshire
Accommodation and trips to be confirmed. Additional days can be added to the meet for those who would like to extend their time caving in the Dales.
August
22-25 August – Whitewalls Bank Holiday Weekend
Extended caving fun in South Wales.
September
26-28 September – Hidden Earth Caving Conference
This year’s Hidden Earth will be returning to Llangollen Pavilion, North Wales. See the official website https://hidden.earth for tickets and updates.
October
17-19 October – Derbyshire Meet
Staying at the Orpheus cottage near Monyash. Saturday’s caving to be decided. On the Sunday Charles is offering to show us the delights of a Gentlewoman’s to Youd’s through trip.
November
31 October-2 November – Bonfire Weekend at Whitewalls
The annual bonfire festivities will take place on the Saturday evening, with a huge bonfire and fireworks to enjoy. A feast of dinners and puddings will also be provided (for a small fee) and a barrel of beer or two. Plus a selection of caving trips over the weekend.
December
5-7 December – Whitewalls Curry Weekend
The ever-popular Annual Curry Night will take place on Saturday, with an evening of home-made curry dishes.
More trips may be added during the year, so check here and on the members’ WhatsApp and Facebook groups for updates.