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Showcaves

The National Showcaves Centre for Wales

Dan-yr-Ogof

The river Llynfell emerges from the mountain as you approach the entrance to Dan-yr-Ogof, returning to the surface after an underground journey of more than 6km. It was by way of this entrance that the Morgan Brothers made their dramatic discovery in 1912.

Tommy and Jeff Morgan had only candles to light their way, a coracle to cross the lakes they encountered, rope to help with the dangerous climbs they undertook, but of course no map to help guide them! Today, you can enjoy this natural wonder without any of the difficulties they experienced over 100 years ago, making it one of the most fascinating South Wales attractions.

Be amazed by the famous “Rasher of Bacon”, the heavenly “Angel” and the “Alabaster Pillar” - just some of the beautiful formations discovered by the Morgan Brothers during their adventures.

These incredibly brave acts of discovery were not surpassed until 1963, when a relatively inexperienced caver, Eileen Davies, made a significant breakthrough in the exploration of Dan-yr-Ogof. The “Long Crawl” was finally conquered; so far this has led to the discovery of an incredible cave system with over 16km of explored passageways.

Who knows what might be discovered tomorrow?

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Plus so much more to see during your visit ...
Dinosaur Park
DINOSAUR PARK

One of the LARGEST in the world!

Cathedral Cave
Cathedral Cave
CATHEDRAL CAVE

Some of Mother Nature’s finest work!

The Playgrounds
The Playgrounds
PLAYGROUNDS

Fun indoors and out, whatever the weather!

Bone Cave
Bone Cave
BONE CAVE

Why were 42 human skeletons buried here?

Shire Horse Centre
Shire Horse Centre
SHIRE HORSE CENTRE

Say hello to these gentle giants…

The Farm
The Farm
THE FARM

Meet our friendly farm animals!

Iron Age Village
Iron Age Village
IRON AGE VILLAGE

Bringing the past to life, from 700 BC...

Stone Circles
Stone Circles
STONE CIRCLES

How? Why? Will we ever know..?

The Fossil House
The Fossil House
FOSSIL HOUSE

What fossils will you discover?

Panning for Gold
Panning for Gold
PANNING FOR GOLD

Will you find a nugget?

The Museum
The Museum
THE MUSEUM

Explore, discover, and learn.

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Our App
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Free download for IOS and Android.

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The National Showcaves Centre for Wales

Ten attractions all included in the one entry ticket - there is plenty to see and do for all ages (site hub).

Contact Us

Dan-yr-Ogof
The National Showcaves Centre
for Wales
Abercrave
Swansea
SA9 1GJ

01639 730 284

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The National Showcaves Centre for Wales